Metropolitan Governance Task Force Meetings

• Agenda
• February 1, 2024 Minutes
• Draft Report
• Minority Report
• Appendix A
• Appendix B
• Appendix C
• Appendix D
• Appendix E
• Appendix F
• Appendix G
• Appendix H
• Appendix I
• Appendix J
• Appendix K
• Appendix L
• Appendix M
• Appendix N
• Appendix O
• Appendix P

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• January 24, 2024 Minutes
• Senator Pratt's COG Proposal
• Senator Pratt's Governance Model Comparison
• Senator Pratt's Governor Appointed Modified COG Proposal
• Kristen Beckmann's Proposal
• Senator Dibble's Hybrid Proposal
• Senator Dibble's Hybrid Proposal - Updated
• Mayor Hovland Proposal
• Mary Pattock's Recommendation
• Jointly Submitted Proposed Principles
• Commissioner Bigham's Proposal and Recommendation
• Commissioner Bigham's Proposal and Recommendation 2
• Sam Rockwell Recommendation

Please note, no public testimony will be taken during this meeting.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• January 17, 2024 Minutes
• Proposed Problem Statement
• Commissioner Bigham Comments and Recommendations
• Mayor James Hovland Comments
• Mary Pattock Proposal
• Professor Orfield Proposal
• Professor Orfield Proposal 2
• Commissioner Greene Submission
• Commissioner Greene Submission - Proposed Principles
• Senator Dibble Proposal
• Senator Pratt Proposal
• Senator Pratt's Governance Model Comparison
• Sen. Pratt - Metro Transit Recommendation
• Sam Rockwell Recommended Motions
• Tom and Mary Vierling Written Testimony
• Citizen Advocates for Regional Transit Written Testimony
• Ted Kolderie Written Testimony
• Dale Weeks, GLBA, Written Testimony
• Minnesota Inter-County Association (MICA), Written Testimony
• Cole Hiniker Written Testimony.pdf
• Denise Peterson Written Testimony.pdf
• City of Minneapolis Written Testimony.pdf

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide written public testimony, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov and Nick Nigro at nick.nigro@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• January 10, 2024 Minutes
• Mathews Hollinshead Written Testimony
• Brian Martinson Written Testimony
• Abu Nayeem Written Testimony
• Jim Nikora Written Testimony
• Jim and Nancy Nikora Picture Testimony
• Karen Schaffer Written Testimony
• Rep. Steve Elkins Written Testimony

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, January 9, 2024.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

This meeting date is reserved explicitly for conducting a public listening session and hearing testimony from citizens. The task force welcomes and encourages public input into its work. In particular, the task force would like to hear public testimony regarding the governance structure of the Metropolitan Council, including input into whether the Metropolitan Council's board should remain solely governor-appointed or whether other options such as an elected board or council of governments (COG) structure should be considered instead.

The Public Engagement Session will open with a discussion on the topic of Metropolitan Council governance. The Task Force is excited to have the following individuals joining at the Scott County Government Center:

The meeting will take place in dual locations, both in Room G-23 at the State Capitol and at the Scott County Government Center, located at 200 4th Ave. West, Shakopee, MN. 55379. The meeting will take place in County Board Room (GCE-222).

If you would like to provide testimony to the task force, please join us at the Scott County Government Center at 6:00 pm. Public testimony will be taken at the Scott County Government Center only, not at the Capitol. If you would like to speak at the meeting to provide testimony, please fill out this RSVP Form. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov. Those who do not sign up in advance may still be able to speak at the meeting if time permits. Even if you don't wish to speak yourself, the task force still welcomes your attendance and engagement!

This meeting date is reserved explicitly for conducting a public listening session and hearing testimony from citizens. The task force welcomes and encourages public input into its work. In particular, the task force would like to hear public testimony regarding the governance structure of the Metropolitan Council, including input into whether the Metropolitan Council's board should remain solely governor-appointed or whether other options such as an elected board or council of governments (COG) structure should be considered instead.

The Public Engagement Session will open with a panel discussion on the topic of Metropolitan Council governance. The Task Force is excited to have the following individuals joining at UROC as panelists:

The meeting will take place in dual locations, both in the Centennial Office Building - Ladyslipper Room and at the University of Minnesota's Robert J. Jones Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC), located at 2001 Plymouth Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN. 55411. There is a free parking lot at UROC if attendees wish to drive. Alternatively, UROC is a short 3 min walk from the Penn & Plymouth Station on the Metro C Line or about a 13 min walk from the Plymouth & Fremont Station on the Metro D Line. It is also in very close proximity to a number of bus stops.

If you would like to provide testimony to the task force, please join us at the University of Minnesota's Robert J. Jones Urban Research/Outreach-Engagement Center at 12:00 pm. Public testimony will be taken at the University of Minnesota's Robert J. Jones Urban Research/Outreach-Engagement Center only, not at the Capitol. If you would like to speak at the meeting to provide testimony, please fill out this RSVP Form. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov. Those who do not sign up in advance may still be able to speak at the meeting if time permits. Even if you don't wish to speak yourself, the task force still welcomes your attendance and engagement!

Please also reach out to Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov with questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation.

• Gary Meyer Written Testimony
• Paul Mendell Written Testimony
• Rosanne Halloran Written Testimony
• Ted Kolderie Written Testimony
• Richard Adair Written Testimony
• Matthew Bruns Written Testimony
• Anonymous North Side Resident Written Testimony
• Sierra Club North Star Chapter Written Testimony
• Rev. Alfred Babington-Johnson Written Testimony

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• January 3, 2024 Minutes
• James Schoettler Written Testimony
• Senator Pratt's Presentation on SF2809
• Senator Pratt's Handout on SF2809
• Nonpartisan Summary of SF1624
• Senator Dibble's Former Draft Legislation on a Charter Commission (2023)

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

This meeting date is reserved explicitly for conducting a public listening session and hearing testimony from citizens. The task force welcomes and encourages public input into its work. In particular, the task force would like to hear public testimony regarding the governance structure of the Metropolitan Council, including input into whether the Metropolitan Council's board should remain solely governor-appointed or whether other options such as an elected board or council of governments (COG) structure should be considered instead.

The Public Engagement Session will open with a panel discussion on the topic of Metropolitan Council governance. The Task Force is excited to have the following individuals joining at the Lake Elmo City Center as panelists:

The meeting will take place in dual locations, both in Room G-3 at the State Capitol and at the Lake Elmo City Center, located at 3880 Laverne Ave. N., Lake Elmo, MN. 55104. The City Center sits across the street from the former Lake Elmo City Hall. Attendees should enter the parking lot off of Laverne Ave, as the entry off of 39th St. is solely for firefighters and emergency vehicles.

If you would like to provide testimony to the task force, please join us at the Lake Elmo City Center at 12:00 pm. Public testimony will be taken at the Lake Elmo City Center only, not at the Capitol. If you would like to speak at the meeting to provide testimony, please fill out this RSVP Form. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov. Those who do not sign up in advance may still be able to speak at the meeting if time permits. Even if you don't wish to speak yourself, the task force still welcomes your attendance and engagement!

Please also reach out to Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov with questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation.

• Katie Hockert Written Testimony
• Susan Dunn Written Testimony
• Commissioner Stan Karwoski Written Testimony

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• December 13, 2023 Minutes
• Les Everett Written Testimony
• Matthew Bruns Written Testimony
• Home Rule Charter Presentation - Robert Liberty

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

This meeting date is reserved explicitly for conducting a public listening session and hearing testimony from citizens. The task force welcomes and encourages public input into its work. In particular, the task force would like to hear public testimony regarding the governance structure of the Metropolitan Council, including input into whether the Metropolitan Council's board should remain solely governor-appointed or whether other options such as an elected board or council of governments (COG) structure should be considered instead.

The Public Engagement Session will open with a panel discussion on the topic of Metropolitan Council governance. The Task Force is excited to have the following individuals joining at the Wilder Foundation as panelists:

The meeting will take place in dual locations, both in Room G-23 at the State Capitol and at the Amherst H. Wilder Foundation, located at 451 Lexington Parkway North, Saint Paul, MN. 55104. There is a free parking structure at the Wilder Foundation if attendees wish to drive. Alternatively, the Wilder Foundation is just a short walk from the Lexington Pkwy stop on the Metro Green Line.

If you would like to provide testimony to the task force, please join us at the Wilder Foundation at 2:00 pm. Public testimony will be taken at the Wilder Foundation only, not at the Capitol. If you would like to speak at the meeting to provide testimony, please fill out this RSVP Form. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov. Those who do not sign up in advance may still be able to speak at the meeting if time permits. Even if you don't wish to speak yourself, the task force still welcomes your attendance and engagement!

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• December 6, 2023 Minutes
• Former Portland Mayor's Presentation

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, December 5, 2023.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• November 29, 2023 Minutes
• Metropolitan Council Touch Points with Local Governments Presentation
• Denver Regional Council of Governments Presentation

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• November 8, 2023 Minutes
• Metro Cities Policy on Governance

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• November 1, 2023 Minutes
• Portland Metro Presentation

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• October 25, 2023 Minutes
• Metropolitan Council Presentation - Overview of Transit, Transportation, and Metropolitan Planning Organization roles
• James Schoettler Written Testimony Addendum
• Mathews Hollinshead Written Testimony

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written or in-person, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• October 11, 2023 Minutes
• MnDOT Presentation on Greater Minnesota MPOs
• UMN Presentation on Metropolitan Planning Organizations
• Overview of Metropolitan Council Budget Presentation
• Lakes and Parks Alliance of Minneapolis Written Testimony
• James Schoettler Written Testimony

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written or in-person, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• September 27, 2023 Minutes
• 2020 Blue Ribbon Report Presentation
• Metropolitan Council Presentation - Overview of Community Development and Environmental Services Divisions
• Metropolitan Governance Public Participation Proposed Ideas
• Richard Adair and Barry Schade Written Testimony

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written or in-person, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, September 26, 2023.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• September 13, 2023 Minutes
• History and Background of the Metropolitan Council Presentation
• Citizens League Report
• Governance of Transit Report
• Metropolitan Council Governance Presentation
• Metropolitan Governance Public Participation Proposed Ideas
• 2020 Regional Governance Approaches Chart

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

• Agenda
• August 9, 2023 Minutes
• Enabling Legislation
• Metropolitan Governance Task Force Presentation

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.