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This November, St. Paul will vote on who will lead the Capitol City for the next 4-years. Seven candidates have thrown their hats into the ring to challenge incumbent Mayor Carter, all political outsiders who are not expected to present any threat to what should be a smooth re-election. This lack of electoral competition presents a …
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Politics trumps proper process in St. Paul
St. Paul has a strong mayor system of governance. But in a high-handed fashion the current mayor has decided, perhaps illegally, that his future campaign is more important than (a) what the law says, (b) what his Planning Commission recommended and (c) what the City Council decided. Neighborhood residents are up in arms. Mayor Melvin …
Good Intentions no substitute for Authentic engagement East Side Pig’s Eye improvement plans
Plans to clean up Pig’s Eye Lake may be well meaning, but were drawn up without public consultation.
City cuts sweetheart deal with Madison Equities for Downtown real estate.
- Plaza valued at $326,000 sells for $2,500
- Closed door deal excludes oversight and competition.
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- Saint Paul City Council Shows Leadership with 4-3 Vote to Explore Sales Tax Increase
- Politics trumps proper process in St. Paul
Saint Paul City Council Shows Leadership with 4-3 Vote to Explore Sales Tax Increase
Leadership requires tough conversations and sometimes taking unpopular votes such as when the City Council voted 4-3 in early February to explore a possible 1% sales tax increase. The money generated from this increase might be earmarked to pay for roads, housing, and pre-K programs. This is a tough sell for many, in great part …
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