Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Saint Paul public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in public safety with low priority
Fire Department whole blood program funding
The fire department gets a $25,140.87 reimbursement from Regions EMS to support its whole blood program.
Speedway #4420 tobacco license adverse action
The council approved the staff-recommended penalty against the tobacco shop license at the Speedway on West 7th Street after the licensee appealed for leniency.
Tobacco price minimum increase
Advocacy group ANSR presented on raising the city's minimum price for tobacco products, a move that would make cheap cigarettes and cigars more expensive locally. No ordinance was introduced and no vote was taken.
Nuisance property declared at 594-596 Reaney Avenue
The Department of Safety and Inspections declared 594-596 Reaney Avenue a nuisance property; hearings will be scheduled later if necessary.
Tobacco license penalty — White Bear Tobacco
A shop that sold tobacco to an underage buyer twice in two years gets a $1,000 penalty plus the cost of the hearing it lost.