City Council Meeting - June 9th, 2026

The City Council meeting of Richfield on June 9, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions and policy decisions. The council approved a professional services agreement with TC2 to assist with the city's 2050 comprehensive plan update. They also adopted a new policy governing the use of the 4D tax classification as a tool to create and preserve affordable housing, which provides tax reductions to qualifying affordable multifamily properties. The policy sets guidelines to ensure 4D is used as a last resort and prioritizes preserving naturally occurring affordable housing. Additionally, the council approved election administration options under new state legislation, deciding on an 18-day in-person early voting period with absentee ballots managed by Hennepin County. These decisions involved motions and votes to approve contracts, policies, and election procedures, reflecting the city's strategic planning and operational procurement activities.