HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-020RESOLUTION NO.2023-20
A resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota,
Being a resolution supporting Housing and Local Decision -Making Authority.
WHEREAS, local elected decision -makers are in the best position to determine the health, safety, and welfare
regulations that best serve the unique needs of their constituents; and
WHEREAS, zoning regulation is an important planning tool that benefits communities economically and
socially, improves health and wellness, and helps conserve the environment; and
WHEREAS, local zoning regulation allows communities to plan for the use of land transparently, involving
residents through public engagement; and
WHEREAS, cities across the state are keenly aware of the distinct housing challenges facing their communities
and they target those local housing challenges with available tools; and
WHEREAS, multiple bills restricting local decision -making related to housing have been introduced in the
2021-2022 biennium.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA that
this Council supports local decision -making authority and opposes legislation that restricts the ability for local
elected officials to respond to the needs of their communities.
LET IT ALSO BE RESOLVED that this Council supports housing policy that advances solutions to support full
housing spectrum solutions, local innovation, incentives instead of mandates, and community -specific
solutions throughout Minnesota.
ORDER OF COUNCIL
Passed this 13th day of March, 2023
Offered by: Spriggs
Seconded by: Buesgens
Roll Call: All Ayes 'Zo
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Ama a Marquimula, Mayor
Attest:
Sara l�ity Clerk/Council Secretary