7.3.
CC Regular Session
- Meeting Date:
- 03/11/2014
- Submitted For:
- Patrick Brama
- By:
- Patrick Brama, Administrative Services
Information
Title:
Adopt Resolutions in Support of the City’s 2014 Legislative Platform
Purpose/Background:
Purpose:
Adopt Resolutions in Support of the City’s 2014 Legislative Platform (initiatives).
Background (general)
Annually, the City of Ramsey drafts and adopts a Legislative Platform. This document includes a list of Legislative priorities specifically related to the City of Ramsey. Upon adoption by the City Council, Ramsey's Legislative Platform is forwarded to our County, State and Federal elected officials. Additionally, this document is used internally by Staff as a supplemental work plan for 2014.
Commonly, the City is able to provide additional support to their adopted Legislative Initiatives by passing Resolutions explicitly backing (or not) specific bills under consideration in the State Legislature.
Background (case)
This general subject was originally before the Council on January 14, 2014; at which time, the attached Legislative Initiatives were adopted.
Adopt Resolutions in Support of the City’s 2014 Legislative Platform (initiatives).
Background (general)
Annually, the City of Ramsey drafts and adopts a Legislative Platform. This document includes a list of Legislative priorities specifically related to the City of Ramsey. Upon adoption by the City Council, Ramsey's Legislative Platform is forwarded to our County, State and Federal elected officials. Additionally, this document is used internally by Staff as a supplemental work plan for 2014.
Commonly, the City is able to provide additional support to their adopted Legislative Initiatives by passing Resolutions explicitly backing (or not) specific bills under consideration in the State Legislature.
Background (case)
This general subject was originally before the Council on January 14, 2014; at which time, the attached Legislative Initiatives were adopted.
Notification:
NA
Observations/Alternatives:
Below is a list of City Resolutions along with corresponding State bill filing numbers.
(1) Street Improvement District Authority for Cities
Providing Cities with an Additional Tool to Build and Maintain City Streets
State HF 745/SF 607, Ramsey Resolution Number 14-03-055
[staff recommendation to APPROVE*]
(2) Alternative Publication Options for Cities
Improving and Increasing Access to Government Information
State HF 1286/ SF 1152, Ramsey Resolution Number 14-03-056
[staff recommendation to APPROVE*]
(3) Exemption from Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area (MRCCA) Rulemaking Process
Removing the City from the MRCCA rulemaking process
Anoka County developed a suggested Resolution template
No State HF/SF number or City Resolution number exists
[staff recommendation NO ACTION**]
Included in this case are corresponding resolutions and State House Files.
(1) Street Improvement District Authority for Cities
Providing Cities with an Additional Tool to Build and Maintain City Streets
State HF 745/SF 607, Ramsey Resolution Number 14-03-055
[staff recommendation to APPROVE*]
(2) Alternative Publication Options for Cities
Improving and Increasing Access to Government Information
State HF 1286/ SF 1152, Ramsey Resolution Number 14-03-056
[staff recommendation to APPROVE*]
(3) Exemption from Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area (MRCCA) Rulemaking Process
Removing the City from the MRCCA rulemaking process
Anoka County developed a suggested Resolution template
No State HF/SF number or City Resolution number exists
[staff recommendation NO ACTION**]
*Does reflect the City's adopted Legislative Platform.
**Does not reflect the City's adopted Legislative Platform. This item was included for transparency purposes. Anoka County developed this Resolution template and submitted to the City for consideration. Background information on this subject can be found in the attached Legislative Platform and "Official MRCCA Comments from the City."
**Does not reflect the City's adopted Legislative Platform. This item was included for transparency purposes. Anoka County developed this Resolution template and submitted to the City for consideration. Background information on this subject can be found in the attached Legislative Platform and "Official MRCCA Comments from the City."
Included in this case are corresponding resolutions and State House Files.
Funding Source:
NA
Recommendation:
See Observations/Alternatives
Action:
Approve Resolution 14-03-055 in Support of Street Improvement District Authority for Cities
Approve Resolution 14-03-056 in Support of Alternative Publication Options for Cities
Approve Resolution 14-03-056 in Support of Alternative Publication Options for Cities
Attachments
- Legislative Initiatives (2014 approved)
- Resolution in Support of alternative Publication Options for Cities
- Resolution in Support of Street Improvement District Authority for Cities
- Street Improvement Districts (HF 745)
- Alternative Publication Options (HF 1286)
- Official MRCCA Comments from the City
- Anoka County MRCCA Resolution Template
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Brian Hagen | Tim Gladhill | 03/06/2014 08:19 AM |
| Kurt Ulrich | Kurt Ulrich | 03/06/2014 03:48 PM |
- Form Started By:
- Patrick Brama
- Started On:
- 03/05/2014 03:08 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 03/06/2014