Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Saint Paul public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues in taxes budget with low priority
HRA third-quarter budget performance
The HRA's quarterly budget-to-actual report came in but was pushed to the November 4 meeting for action.
Save Our Street lawsuit settlement
The city settled the lawsuit brought by Historic Summit Avenue/Save Our Street over a street name change, ending litigation in Ramsey County District Court.
Parks and Recreation fund transfer
A proposed fund transfer involving Parks and Recreation was on the agenda but got pushed to the October 14 meeting, so no decision yet.
Proposed HRA fund transfer to Human Rights & Equal Economic Opportunity
A presentation laid out a plan to move HRA funds to the Department of Human Rights & Equal Economic Opportunity. It was informational only — no vote, so watch for this to come back.
City Council Legislative Attorney Analysis
The committee reviewed a legal analysis on the city's legislative attorney arrangement, including research on how Minneapolis handles independent legal counsel. This could shape how the council gets its own legal advice going forward.
St. Paul Port Authority 2027 budget
The Port Authority presented its 2027 budget to the council. It was received and filed with no vote.
Berry lawsuit settlement
The city settled Jon Berry's lawsuit, which also named Council Member Anika Bowie in her individual capacity, resolving the Ramsey County case without trial.
2170 Highwood Avenue tax assessments withdrawn
Four special tax assessments against a Highwood Avenue property were ratified as amended — with the assessments themselves deleted, meaning the city removed the charges after appeal.