Minnesota Representative Dippel's bill to redirect PFAS settlement funds sparks a dispute with Senator Seeberger, who opposes reallocating money at the expense of other communities.

Senator Judy Seeberger has been appointed to serve on Minnesota's Public Safety Advisory Council and Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council to enhance public safety and emergency medical services.

Ramsey seeks volunteers for advisory commissions on economic development, environmental policy, parks and recreation, and planning. Applications are open, with an initial review on February 28.

St. Louis Park city facilities are closed for Presidents Day, but Westwood Hills Nature Center park grounds remain open, providing outdoor amenities from sunrise to sunset.

Minneapolis government offices will be closed on Presidents Day, affecting services like Minneapolis 311 and the Service Center. Regular business hours will resume the following day.

Senator Heather Gustafson has proposed establishing an Office of the Inspector General in Minnesota to enhance oversight of state agencies, with the bill advancing after a committee hearing.

Brooklyn Park's EDA will host a TIF 101 session on February 18th to educate on Tax Increment Financing, followed by a Work Session and Regular Meeting. Documents are available online for public review.

Upcoming Saint Paul Zoning Committee meeting to discuss property projects, including nonconforming use permits and height increase requests, that may impact neighborhood landscapes.

Minnesota's DHS has released a second draft of updated child care licensing standards for public review, following earlier feedback, and is inviting stakeholders to participate in informational sessions to discuss the proposed changes.

The Saint Paul HPC will discuss proposals affecting the city's historic districts, including the reconstruction of a porch and the building of an ADU. Public input is encouraged.

The Minnesota Senate Elections Committee passed Senator Jim Carlson's SF 1071, a bill to allow ranked choice voting in local elections, by a 6-5 vote.

Bloomington is holding a public hearing on February 24, 2025, for zoning changes in RS-1 and R-1A districts, with options for in-person and online participation.

Minneapolis City government offices to close for Presidents Day, but essential services like 911, police, fire, and waste management will remain operational. Parking meters are free, with some exceptions.