Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in St. Cloud public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in business jobs with medium priority
Business Incentives Discussion
The council unanimously rejected paying the Building Empowerment Chamber of Commerce $10,000 for economic development work, with Urban citing state legislation and the need to rein in spending while protecting police and fire funding.
Marina building lease with Crabby Bills
State Rep. Paula Stark asked the council to stop ticketing riverboat patrons who park at the boat launch in the evening, saying it hurts downtown businesses and scares off tourists. Council agreed to revisit the parking policy.
Main Street funding and nonprofit board conduct
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.