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Charter Commission

Thursday, December 12, 2024 · 3:00 PM AM · Room 40, City Hall

TL;DR

The Saint Paul Charter Commission amended Chapter 6.03.1 to adjust civil penalties for city ordinance violations after a public hearing. Four citizens spoke on the matter, with three in support and one opposed. The resolution passed with a 12-3 vote, indicating some disagreement among commissioners.

Key Decisions

  • Amendment to Civil Penalties for City Ordinance Violations Passed (12-3)
Agenda PDF Minutes PDF

Agenda

  1. ROLL CALL
  2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
  3. CCI 24-9 Approving the November 26, 2024 Charter Commission meeting minutes.
    Charter Commission Items
    Action: Approved Passed

    Commissioner Stiles moved approval of the minutes, seconded by Commissioner Lee. A voice was taken. The motion carried by an unanimous vote.

  4. CITIZEN COMMENTS
  5. REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE
  6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
  7. CCI 24-8 Recommending the amendment to Chapter 6.03.1 of the Saint Paul Charter pertaining to the imposition of civil penalties for violations of city ordinances.
    Charter Commission Items
    Action: Approved Passed

    Commissioner Montgomery arrives at 3:10 PM. A public hearing was held; four members of the public spoke, three in favor, one opposed. Chair Varco closed the public hearing. Commissioner Spencer arrives at 3:40 PM. Safety and Inspections Directo Angie Wiese, Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Deputy Director Beth Commers, Public Works Director Sean Kershaw, Assistant City Attorney Megan Hafner, and City Council Chief Budget Officer/Interim Director Jay Willms presented additional material to the Commission. Commissioner Ellis arrives at 4:15 PM. Commissioners discussed the resolution and asked questions to city staff. Commissioner Lee moved approval of the item, seconded by Commissioner Tobolt. Commissioners had an additional opportunity to share their thoughts on the item or how they were considering voting. A roll call vote was taken. The resolution passed by a 12-3 vote, Commissioners Llyod, Montgomery, and Thao voted in opposition.

  8. NEW BUSINESS
  9. OTHER BUSINESS
  10. ADJOURNMENT
  11. For more information call 651-266-8560 or email CharterCommission@ci.stpaul.mn.us.