August 10, 2026 Committee of the Whole

The August 10, 2026 meeting of the Minneapolis Committee of the Whole included detailed reports from various standing committees and focused extensively on procurement and contracting matters. Key procurement discussions involved the Business Housing and Zoning Committee's acceptance of bids for projects such as Target Center interior doors and convention center concession stand remodels. The Climate and Infrastructure Committee presented multiple contract amendments and bids related to engineering, design services, and infrastructure projects, including the Northside Greenway and George Floyd Square street reconstruction. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to discussing a proposed voluntary relocation policy for Heritage Park residents due to unsafe living conditions. The policy outlines eligibility, financial assistance, and the engagement of a relocation consultant (SRF) under negotiation, with a $2.5 million budget allocated for emergency repairs and relocation assistance. Council members raised concerns about the exclusion of Minneapolis Public Housing Authority (MPHA) residents from city-funded relocation benefits and the cultural competence and cost of the selected consultant. The meeting also authorized a no-cost contract with OnCourse Home Solutions to implement a private sewer lateral insurance program, aimed at helping homeowners manage costly sewer line repairs without city funding. The program includes coverage benefits, a community partnership fund, and a hardship fund, with the city endorsing the insurer to provide better rates and coverage than the open market. Motions to adopt the agenda and approve the discussed items were passed unanimously.