August 4, 2026 Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The August 4, 2026 meeting of the Minneapolis Business, Housing & Zoning Committee covered a broad range of procurement and contract-related items, including liquor and gambling license approvals, contract amendments for convention center projects, bid acceptances for interior doors and remodeling at the Target Center and convention center, and loan forgiveness and funding authorizations for affordable housing projects. The committee also set public hearings for various ordinance considerations and license fee schedules. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to the Minneapolis Tourism Improvement District (MTID) annual report presentation, highlighting the use of a 2% hotel revenue fee to fund marketing, sales, workforce development, and special events to boost tourism and hotel occupancy. The committee approved the continuation of the MTID fee collection for its second year. Additionally, the meeting included discussions on rental license reinstatements, appointments to the Minnesota Park Board Ballpark Authority, and a detailed update on the implementation of a new rental licensing ordinance focused on high-risk properties, tiering systems, and inspection processes. The committee emphasized the importance of improving rental property oversight, tenant protections, and community engagement in the licensing process. Motions to approve consent agenda items and postpone certain license renewals were passed unanimously.