HomeMy WebLinkAbout18-204 - ADMIN Resolution - City Council - 2018/12/17Resolution No. 18-204
Resolution directing the city manager to
suspend sending notices of violations of city code section 8-331
Whereas, on May 14 and December 10, 2018 the city council met at a study session to
discuss City Code Section 8-331; Crime Free/Drug Free and Disorderly Use Lease Requirements
("Crime Free Ordinance"); and
Whereas, the Crime Free Ordinance was originally developed to maintain a safe and livable
community for all individuals renting in St. Louis Park; and
Whereas, the Crime Free Ordinance was adopted in 2007 and went into effect in 2008; and
Whereas, the city council believes that it would be in the best interest of the city and its
citizens to engage in more detailed study of the Crime Free Ordinance to determine if
amendments to the Crime Free Ordinance are needed; and
Whereas, the city council also believes that it is appropriate and in the best interest of the
city and its citizens to engage multiple stake holders such as, but not limited to: MN Multi -
Housing Association, property owners/managers, tenants, tenant advocacy groups, community
members and city staff when studying the Crime Free Ordinance; and
` Whereas, the city council desires to direct the city manager to suspend sending notices of
4, violations of the ordinance to the property owners/managers while the Crime Free Ordinance is
being studied.
that:
Now therefore be it resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
1. Pursuant to St. Louis Park City Charter Sections 2.09 and 3.04, the City Council does
hereby direct the city manager to suspend sending notices of violations of city code
Section 8-331 to the owner or property manager.
2. All other aspects of city code Section 8-331 shall remain in full force and effect.
3. This resolution shall be effective upon its adoption.
for
Thomas K. Hdrrhbnifig, City Manager
Attest:
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Adopted by the City Council Dec. 17, 2018