Resolution - #22-037 - 02/08/2022

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Councilmember Woestehoff introduced the following resolution and moved for its adoption: RESOLUTION #22-037 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 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RAMSEY, ANOKA COUNTY, STATE OF MINNESOTA, as follows: 1) 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. 2) 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. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Musgrove, and upon vote being taken thereon,the following voted in favor thereof: Mayor Kuzma Councilmember Woestehoff Councilmember Musgrove Councilmember Heineman Councilmember Howell Councilmember Riley Councilmember Specht and the following voted against the same: None