Intergovernmental Relations Committee

Remote

• Received and filed a presentation on the state and federal legislative actions impacting Minneapolis.

• There are state bills related to several city priorities:

  • bond funding for the Nicollet Avenue Bridge
  • ash tree removal compensation for homeowners
  • Transportation Network Company (TNC) pay
  • red light camera pilot
  • clarifying the Minnesota Environmental Rights Act (MERA) does not apply to Comprehensive Plans, like the 2040 Plan.

• Federal legislative actions are focused on earmarks for the next budget. The city is submitting requests for:

  • upgrades to the fire dispatch system
  • suicide prevention barriers on the 10th Avenue Bridge
  • two programs for affordable homes
  • redevelopment of the Grain Belt beer property
  • ADA ramp replacement funds.