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+# Minneapolis City Council Budget Committee Meeting
+
+## Meeting Information
+- Date: December 8, 2023
+- Title: Budget Committee Meeting - 2025 Budget Markup
+- Present: Elliot Payne, Robin Wonsley, Michael Rainville, LaTrisha Vetaw, Jeremiah Ellison, Jamal Osman, Katie Cashman, Jason Chavez, Aisha Chughtai (Vice President), Emily Koski, Aurin Chowdhury, Linea Palmisano
+- Absent: Andrea Jenkins
+- Guests: Mayor Jacob Frey, Budget Director Amelia Cruver, COO Margaret Anderson Kelliher, City Attorney Kristin Anderson, Commissioner Todd Barnette
+- Votes: 11 roll call votes taken
+
+## Highlights
+- The committee considered several proposals to reduce the property tax levy, including both mayoral and council member initiatives
+- Significant debate over a $1.1M cut to appointed officials' 4% cost of living adjustment
+- Discussion of Enterprise Resource Platform (ERP) system delay as a cost-saving measure
+- Debate over reallocation of mounted patrol unit funding to crime prevention specialists
+- Controversy over the establishment and funding of a Safe and Thriving Communities work group
+- Delay of discussion on investigator positions due to questions about Chief's Detail budget
+
+## Discussion
+
+### Property Tax Levy Reduction Proposals
+Multiple proposals were presented to reduce the property tax levy, including Mayor Frey's late submission seeking a reduction to 6.4%. Council members expressed frustration with the timing and format of the mayor's proposal, which was submitted at 6:15 PM the previous evening. Councilmember Palmisano attempted to introduce the mayor's proposal as a substitute motion, but it failed due to procedural issues and lack of proper documentation. Earlier proposals by Councilmembers Koski and Rainville for across-the-board departmental cuts also failed. Vote: 5-6 against mayor's proposal.
+
+### Appointed Officials' Cost of Living Adjustment
+A contentious debate emerged over a proposal to eliminate the 4% cost of living adjustment for 161 appointed employees, saving $1.1M. Supporters argued it demonstrated fiscal responsibility given the city's budget constraints, while opponents worried about equity and retention issues. HR Director Corbett provided demographic information showing potential disparate impacts on minority employees. As Councilmember Ellison noted: "There are folks at the bottom third of the category that aren't the highest earners... they've worked hard to provide constituent service to the city." Vote: 7-5 in favor.
+
+### Enterprise Resource Platform Delay
+The committee debated delaying implementation of a new ERP system to save approximately $5M. While some saw this as a reasonable temporary measure to reduce the levy, others argued it would ultimately cost more and continue inefficiencies. Council President Payne, drawing on his IT experience, explained: "The speculation it will cost more is actually speculation... sale cycles for these ERP platforms can be many, many months. And depending on how hungry the ERP provider is, that will drive a lot of pricing." Vote: 9-3 in favor of delay.
+
+### Mounted Patrol Reallocation
+A proposal to reallocate $115,000 from the mounted patrol unit to fund a new crime prevention specialist position generated significant discussion. Supporters argued for prioritizing direct community service, while opponents worried about dismantling existing programs. Councilmember Rainville opposed the move, stating: "When I think of the mounted patrol, the last image I have is the recent shooting we had at the nightclub and our brave police officers ran in there to catch the shooter... they're backed by the horse patrol." Vote: 9-3 in favor.
+
+### Safe and Thriving Communities Work Group
+Debate centered on the establishment of a community advisory work group, with disagreement between OCS Commissioner Barnette and Councilmember Wonsley over the appointment process and control. The discussion highlighted tensions between administrative discretion and council oversight of community engagement processes. Vote: 7-4 in favor.
+
+## Public Comments
+No public comments were recorded during this portion of the meeting.

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+## Meeting Information
+- Date: December 3, 2024
+- Title: Committee of the Whole
+- Present: Payne, Wonsley, Rainville, Vetaw, Ellison, Osman, Cashman, Chughtai, Koski, Palmisano, Chowdhury, Chavez
+- Absent: Jenkins
+- Guests: Commissioner Barnette (Community Safety), Commander Brown (MPD Training Division)
+- Votes: 3 (Resolution on Campus Activism, Contract with DLG Consulting, Contract with Exceptional Edge Consulting)
+
+## Highlights
+- Resolution supporting nonviolent campus activism at University of Minnesota and urging dropping of charges against protesters
+- Contract with DLG Consulting for external investigative services for MPD Internal Affairs Division
+- Contract with Exceptional Edge Consulting for police training services required by MDHR settlement
+- Legislative directive regarding OPCR complaint intake process improvements
+
+## Discussion
+
+### Resolution Supporting Campus Activism
+Council Member Wonsley introduced a resolution supporting nonviolent campus activism at the University of Minnesota and urging authorities to drop charges against protesters arrested during Palestine-related demonstrations. The resolution highlighted concerns about criminalization of protest and drew parallels to historical social movements. Debate focused on the appropriate role of the city in university matters and protest rights versus public safety concerns.
+
+Quote from CM Wonsley: "I don't want to see the City Council be complicit in criminalizations of students engaging in nonviolent anti-war protests. I think it's crucial that we draw a clear line that the criminalization and nonviolent protests underlies free speech and democracy."
+
+Vote: Passed 7-5
+
+### MPD Internal Affairs Investigation Contract 
+Commissioner Barnette presented a contract with DLG Consulting to help clear a significant backlog of internal affairs cases and force reviews. The department currently has 142 investigations in backlog, with some cases over 1,000 days old. The contract aims to clear the backlog by March 2025 to meet settlement agreement requirements.
+
+Vote: Passed unanimously
+
+### Police Training Services Contract
+Commander Brown gave an extensive presentation on a contract with Exceptional Edge Consulting to develop and deliver new training programs required by the settlement agreement. The training will integrate stop/search/arrest procedures with non-discriminatory policing concepts using evidence-based methods that showed success in other departments. Multiple council members expressed strong support for the comprehensive approach and Commander Brown's leadership.
+
+Quote from Commander Brown: "I can tell you that the people that are wanting to be in our training division are there because they're committed to the change. They're committed to bringing about the best training for MPD."
+
+Vote: Passed unanimously
+
+### OPCR Complaint Process Improvements
+Council Member Chavez introduced a legislative directive requiring the Office of Police Conduct Review to provide a detailed report on improvements to their complaint intake process, handling procedures, and measures to address case backlogs. The report is due February 2025.
+
+Vote: Passed unanimously
+
+## Public Comments
+No public comments were recorded in this transcript.

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+# Minneapolis City Council Committee Meeting Summary
+
+## Meeting Information
+- Date: December 3, 2023
+- Title: Intergovernmental Relations Committee Meeting
+- Present: Payne, Wonsley, Rainville, Vetaw, Ellison, Osman, Chavez, Chughtai, Koski, Palmisano, Chowdhury
+- Absent: Cashman, Jenkins
+- Guests: Representative Frank Hornstein, Representative Hodan Hassan
+- Votes: 7 roll call votes
+
+## Highlights
+* Discussion and approval of 2025 Legislative Agenda and Policy Positions
+* Amendment to remove language about charging fees for data requests
+* Amendment regarding group home inspections and licensing
+* Amendment supporting anti-slavery legislation for prison labor
+* Amendment supporting establishment of State Office of Violence Prevention
+
+## Discussion
+
+### Data Practices Amendment
+Councilmember Chavez proposed removing language that would allow charging fees for public data requests. He argued that charging residents for public data would harm transparency. Some council members expressed concern about large data requests tying up staff resources, but supporters emphasized the importance of accessible public information. Councilmember Wonsley noted she had previously requested data about current practices and costs.
+
+Quote from Councilmember Chavez: "I don't think we should charge residents fees for public data or data requests. I think we should strive to be transparent and not at-risk to prevent people from accessing information."
+
+Passed 9-2 (Vetaw, Palmisano opposed)
+
+### Group Home Licensing Amendment
+Significant debate occurred around language regarding city inspection authority for group homes. The amendment would remove support for repealing state restrictions on city licensing of group homes. Some council members worried about safety oversight, while others cited concerns about discriminatory enforcement against disability communities. Council members requested more information about current inspection capabilities and League of Minnesota Cities positions before Thursday's full council meeting.
+
+Quote from Councilmember Koski: "If we weren't able to be proactive as a city, there could be serious consequences for residents. And it's the safety of those residents that is top of mind for me."
+
+Passed 8-3 (Vetaw, Palmisano, Rainville opposed)
+
+### Prison Labor Amendment 
+Councilmember Wonsley introduced an amendment supporting legislation to end sub-minimum wage prison labor. Discussion centered on current prison wages (reported as low as 14-25 cents per hour) and the broader implications of prison labor systems. Council President Payne connected the issue to selective law enforcement and systemic racism.
+
+Quote from Council President Payne: "It's not just about the fairness of folks in jail who are forced to work. It's about eliminating this entire incentive to continue creating an ecosystem that keeps people at slave wages."
+
+Passed 10-1 (Palmisano opposed)
+
+### State Office of Violence Prevention
+Final amendment supported establishing a state-level Office of Violence Prevention to coordinate regional strategies. Presented as way to better coordinate multi-jurisdictional public safety initiatives. 
+
+Passed unanimously 11-0
+
+## Public Comments
+No public comments were recorded in this session.

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+# Minneapolis City Council Meeting Summary
+
+## Meeting Information
+- Date: December 5, 2024
+- Title: Regular Meeting of the Minneapolis City Council
+- Present: All 13 council members were present at start (Payne, Wonsley, Rainville, Vetaw, Ellison, Osman, Cashman, Jenkins, Chavez, Chughtai, Koski, Chowdhury, Palmisano). Four members (Wonsley, Jenkins, Osman, Ellison) left before final session.
+- Guests: Brian Walsh (Civil Rights Department), Zada Meyer (Office of Immigrant Affairs), Police Chief, Community Service Officers
+- Votes: Approximately 25 roll call votes
+
+## Highlights
+- Labor Standards Board Resolution Veto Override Failed
+- George Floyd Square Design Debate
+- Solidarity Resolution with Campus Protesters
+- 2025 Appointed Employee Salary Schedule Debate
+- Department of Justice Litigation Closed Session
+- Reproductive Healthcare Facility Access Ordinance Amendment
+
+## Discussion
+
+### Labor Standards Board Resolution Veto Override
+The council attempted to override Mayor Frey's veto of the Labor Standards Board resolution. The mayor offered a compromise proposal giving 50% of seats to business representatives and 50% to worker representatives, requiring a 2/3 majority for recommendations. Several council members expressed concern this would effectively give business interests veto power. The override failed with 8 votes in favor and 5 against (9 votes needed).
+
+### George Floyd Square Design
+Extensive debate over the future design of George Floyd Square. Councilmember Chavez proposed pursuing a pedestrian mall concept instead of the city's flexible design option. This sparked debate about delaying the project versus moving forward with current plans. Public Works Director indicated pursuing pedestrian mall would delay construction beyond 2025.
+
+Quote from Councilmember Jenkins: "The resolution as it is stated clearly is a delay...It would take years of community engagement, of designing a pedestrian mall. So it is a delay. There is no two ways."
+
+Motion to refer back to committee and approve resolution passed 8-5.
+
+### Campus Protest Solidarity Resolution 
+Heated debate over resolution supporting student protesters at University of Minnesota. Councilmember Palmisano opposed, citing property damage and intimidation. Councilmember Wonsley defended protesters, arguing against criminalization of protest. Resolution passed 7-6.
+
+Quote from Councilmember Wonsley: "I don't believe City Council should be in the business of criminalizing protests...I've been consistent in that position both while being on this body and even prior to joining this Council."
+
+### Appointed Employee Salary Schedule
+Discussion of cost-of-living adjustments for appointed employees. Several council members expressed concern about raises for highest-paid positions (up to $390,000) during budget constraints. Item 2.1 was continued to next meeting to explore targeted increases for lower-paid positions while potentially freezing top salaries. Remaining salary items passed unanimously.
+
+### Reproductive Healthcare Facility Access 
+Following closed session on Pro-Life Action Ministries litigation, council unanimously passed amendment to clinic access ordinance adding exceptions for legally protected conduct while maintaining protections for healthcare access.
+
+## Public Comments
+No public comments were recorded in this session outside of invited guests speaking on honorary resolutions.

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+# Minneapolis Budget Committee Meeting Summary
+
+## Meeting Information
+- Date: December 2, 2024
+- Title: Regular Meeting of the Budget Committee
+- Present: Payne, Wonsley, Rainville, Vetaw, Ellison, Osman, Cashman, Chavez, Chowdhury, Palmisano, Koski, Chughtai
+- Absent: Jenkins
+- Guests: 
+  - Brenda Miller (Human Resources)
+  - Todd Barnett (Commissioner of Community Safety)
+  - Finance Department staff
+- Votes: 5 roll call votes
+
+## Highlights
+* Denial of 4% salary increase for appointed employees making between $90,000-$390,000
+* Approval of 4% salary increase for politically appointed employees
+* Approval of new Deputy Commissioner of Community Safety position
+* Presentation of Third Quarter 2024 Financial Status Report showing $21M property tax revenue shortfall
+* Discussion of parking revenue rebound and AAA bond rating confirmation
+
+## Discussion
+
+### Appointed Employee Salary Increases
+The committee debated a 4% salary increase for appointed employees. Several council members expressed concerns about approving raises for higher-paid positions during budget constraints. Councilmember Chowdhury noted this could save $1 million that could be redirected to other priorities. Councilmember Rainville opposed, stating "it seems vindictive and we're focusing on these people. I don't like that message at all."
+
+Quote from Councilmember Palmisano during subsequent discussion: "We voted on items on this agenda today, and some of us had information that this will be used as a source for a budget amendment on Friday or on Monday, and others didn't have that information."
+
+Vote: 8 ayes, 4 nays (Denied)
+
+### Deputy Commissioner of Community Safety Position
+Commissioner Barnett presented the case for creating a new Deputy Commissioner position with a salary range of $182,000-$215,000. He emphasized the role would help manage settlement agreement compliance and implementation of the Safe and Thriving Community Report. Councilmember Wonsley opposed, suggesting the funds would be better spent on additional staff under Director Harrington. Councilmember Rainville supported, citing the need for help with county and state coordination on public safety issues.
+
+Vote: 10 ayes, 2 nays (Approved)
+
+### Third Quarter Financial Report
+The Finance Department presented the Q3 financial status report highlighting several key issues:
+- Property tax revenue is $21M under budget
+- Parking revenue is rebounding but still below target
+- City maintains AAA bond rating
+- General Fund balance projected at $170M (21.5% of expenditures)
+- Fleet Services fund showing concerning depletion
+Discussion focused on implications of downtown property value decreases and parking revenue trends.
+
+No vote required - report filed
+
+## Public Comments
+No public comments were recorded during this session.