Main Street funding and nonprofit board conduct
Summary
A routine $14,000 grant to St. Cloud Main Street turned into a pointed debate after a Main Street board member publicly insulted council members, prompting Jennifer Paul's resignation from the board. Council passed the funding but pushed the nonprofit to adopt a code of conduct and seated Kolby Urban as its new liaison.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
$14,000 one-time general fund contribution; Main Street received $70,000 last year.
Downtown businesses and historic preservation programs funded through Main Street events and grants.
Council members who were publicly disparaged, and potentially the organization's credibility with the city.
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