[Mpls] Talks on police relations delayed a week

Talks on police relations delayed a week David Chanen Star Tribune Published Dec. 10, 2002 After a second agency that works for people of color questioned why it wasn't asked to participate in mediation to improve relations with Minneapolis police, Chief Robert Olson on Monday

[Mpls] Truth in Taxation

Well, I must admit that I found the TNT hearing more entertaining that I would have imagined. I got to see John Kolstad deliver his usual Olympian thunderbolts. I got to meet Vicky Heller, who cuts a most unique figure in public (love them boots, Vicky). Learned quite a bit about how some small

[Mpls] Minneapolis vs. St. Paul ... St. Paul wins

An article in today’s St. Paul Pioneer Press about the city budget over in St. Paul tells us: “Still, St. Paul will collect fewer actual dollars from property owners next year than it has any year since 1997. It will be the city's 10th year without a tax increase, and that's no small feat in

RE: [Mpls] Minneapolis vs. St. Paul ... St. Paul wins

-Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Terrell Brown An article in today’s St. Paul Pioneer Press about the city budget over in St. Paul tells us: “Still, St. Paul will collect fewer actual dollars from property owners next year than it

[Mpls] Here is the 2003 Minneapolis Spending Plan

The following breakdown was distributed at the Truth in Taxation hearing last night. The total budgeted expenditures are $1.22 Billion. 231,800,000 Public Works 146,400,000 MCDA 122,000,000 Capital Improvement 122,000,000 Debt Service 97,600,000 Other 97,600,000 Police 97,600,000 Transfers to

Re: [Mpls] DFL 3rd Ward Endorsement

Dear Minneapolis Folks: I am not surprised that Olin Moore received the 3rd Ward DFL endorsement. He is hard working, politically established, and a sincere person. I enjoyed reading in the paper that Don Samuel’s was organized and had a large contingency of neighborhood folks supporting him. He

RE:[Mpls] Talks on police relations delayed a week

I am so glad that the talks were delayed so that the Urban League can come to the table. I strongly believe in the importance, of having ALL players involved, otherwise this will not work. I would strongly hope that there are also citizens from the communities placed on this committee, to

[Mpls] Greens Endorse Shane Price

For Immediate Release Tuesday, December 10, 2002 More Info: Eric Makela, (612) 782-2118 Chair, Minneapolis/5th District Green Party GREEN PARTY ENDORSES SHANE PRICE FOR SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL ELECTION MINNEAPOLIS, December 10 -- Sunday evening, by a vote of 46 to 1, the Minneapolis/5th District

[Mpls] Here is the 2003 Minneapolis Collection Plan

The following breakdown was distributed at the Truth in Taxation hearing last night. The total budgeted collections are $1.22 Billion. Comments in parentheses are Vicky's 329,400,000 From Selling Services (Watch your water bills) 158,600,000 From State Government (Don't think so) 158,600,000

[Mpls] PiPress on 35W Access project

Lisa McDonald wrote: Boy after reading this version I think Tom Johnson's new gig should be heading a pr firm. I've never seen such a spin job. David Piehl writes: I agree - it read like a paid advertisement; evidence that Tom Johnson has not wasted his marketing degree or public relations

Re: [Mpls] Franklin Avenue

Kejuan Miller wrote: I'm tired of white people complaining about being in a war all the time and pointing to drug dealers on the street when those dealers may be me, just waiting for the bus or trying to get along. ... making fun of people who believe anyone who is a person of color along

Re: [Mpls] Here is the 2003 Minneapolis Spending Plan

I am no expert at city spending but a quick look at the expenitures would want me to have more detailed information about Public Works, MCDA, Debt Service, and Other. I always have intrest in theexpenditure underthe catagoryof "Other" and would like more information. I am curious what is"Transfer

[Mpls] Mediation

Having more than a passing familiarity with the Department of Justice's Community Relations Division, I'm troubled that the Department's mediation in Minneapolis is off to a rocky start. For a mediated agreement to be credible and effective, the entire process by which it was reached needs to be

Re: [Mpls] Here is the 2003 Minneapolis Spending Plan

Hear, hear! What other expenses am I generously paying for in my taxes? And, what funds need to be transferred? (Honestly, I would be interested in what these categories are. Who on the list can inform me/us?) Gary Bowman Audubon Park --- ken bradley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am no

[Mpls] Gang Meeting Date and Time Changes

Again, forwarded from BizNet4: Joint Gang Initiative Community Meetings. Please note date and time changes. We apologize for having to change this information. Wednesday December 11, 2002 ( meeting time change ) South Meeting Green Central School (cafeteria) 3416 4th Ave. So. 7:30 -

RE:[Mpls] Joint Violent Gang Initiative

I would hope that community leaders are hosting this event along with law enforcement and government, in order to get people from the communities to take part in this meeting. Especially if there are already concerns from the community, such as police harassment and stereo typing. My hope is

[Mpls] Joint Violent Gang Initiative -- Correct Information

There's been some inaccurate information circulated about the upcoming community meetings on the Statewide Joint Violent Gang Initiative and I wanted to clear up the confusion. Minneapolis is hosting two community meetings. However, the information circulated on the issues forum was in DRAFT

[Mpls] Federal Meditation: Mpls Urban League NAACP had opportunity

If I remember correctly, the Minneapolis Urban League and the Minneapolis NAACP had an opportunity to participate on the community representation side of the Federal mediation process. If some officials/ organizations failed to show up or, more importantly, failed to get elected to a

Re: [Mpls] Franklin Avenue

Mr. or Ms Marks sure makes a lot of unsubstantiated assertions in this message. Where does Wizard Marks get all of this information? Tom WellingUptown--- On Tue 12/10, WizardMarks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There could very likely be drug dealers among all those people trying to get by and

[Mpls] Mayor and Council Effectively Reform Budget Process

December 10, Press Release The annual City Council budget mark-up revised the budget in record time today - one hearing that lasted 4.5 hours, as opposed to multiple, divisive, time-consuming sessions (averaging nearly 20 hours per year, over the past four years). This was a big event today

[Mpls] Franklin Avenue

I have waited to post regarding the statements made by Mr. Miller about me in his post. But, now that Wizard has chimed in, I think it's time I posted. Mr. Miller does not know me. I don't believe we have ever met. That being said, his comments about me were made with a broad sweeping brush. I

[Mpls] Third Ward endorsements

This was an interesting and well written press release, but I'm curious...does anyone know how many of these 47 delegates actually live in the Third Ward? Before anyone starts yelling at me, I'm not saying they don't, I'm just asking. Can anyone from the Green Party help? Don Jorovsky (About two

Re: [Mpls] PiPress on 35W Access project

O checked out the PiPress article also: it was an Orwellian experience, to put it mildly. The opening paragraph alone is enough to make most readers believe that this "project" is a "done deal" and that it is all good as well: CF -- http://www.twincities.com/mld/twincities/4696911.htm

Re: [Mpls] Franklin Avenue

Tom [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Mr. or Ms Marks sure makes a lot of unsubstantiated assertions in this message. Where does Wizard Marks get all of this information? Tom WellingUptown--- CN: I imagine that much of it comes from her everyday experiences... like looking out the window or taking out

[Mpls] DFL Endorsement 3rd Ward

Regarding: Message: 12 From: V.L. Freeman Date: Mon, 09 Dec 2002 19:35:19 -0800 Subject: [Mpls] Third Ward endorsement. JLS--There has been a good deal of interest in the topic of the Third Ward council race. Personally, I think Ms. Freeman in her posts revealed a lot of character and class

[Mpls] 3rd Ward debate

From a postcard I picked up at the Holland Neighborhood Improvement Association office yesterday: -- 3rd Ward Debate!! Holland Neighborhood Improvement Association would like to invite you to attend a 3rd Ward City Council Candidates' Debate hosted by the HNIA Youth Committee. All

[Mpls] Minneapolis School district cuts

Get ready for $25 million more... http://www.startribune.com/stories/1592/3524202.html David Brauer List manager ___ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe,

[Mpls] Get ready for 23!

3rd ward candidates, that isPiPress reports a full-to-overflowing boat as filing deadline closes. Does this help or hurt DFL dominance? Discuss. http://www.twincities.com/mld/pioneerpress/4710613.htm David Brauer List manager ___ Minneapolis Issues

RE: [Mpls] Get ready for 23!

Addendum: I didn't see Kari Dziedzic in the PiPress's list. David Brauer List manager -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of List Manager Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2002 10:20 PM To: 'Mpls list' Subject: [Mpls] Get ready for 23! 3rd

Re: [Mpls] Get ready for 23!

I think the last big one like this was in 1991 when there was a special election to fill Brian Coyle's seat. I believe there were 17 candidates who filed for that election. Barb Lickness Whittier = Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.

Re: [Mpls] 3rd Ward debate

The first 3rd Ward candidate forum will be this Thursday, Dec. 12, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Eastside Neighborhood Services, 1700 NE 2nd St. I am not sure who is sponsoring it. tom taylor ___ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn

Re: [Mpls] Franklin Avenue

I respect all people's right to remove drugs and violence in a neighborhood and I'm not one who tolerates it either. Please respect my right to be free of the violence and harrassment of a police crackdown, which won't include you in the dragnet--it includes me. I've been knocked down,

[Mpls] Flyover Ramp Blues

This song is dedicated to the 16 families of the 2900 block of 2nd avenue whose houses are slated to be demolished for a flyover ramp as a part of the 35W access project. I know nearly all of them and I can tell you that none of them want to move. This song is not copyrighted. I give my

[Mpls] DFL Ward 3 Convention Voting

The results of the DFL Ward 3 Convention Voting, with details for each ballot, are available online at www.mpls.dfl.org. Tim Bonham, Ward 12, Standish-Ericsson ___ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to:

[Mpls] Third ward.....

I never really thought of the grassroots as a machine, but I suppose there are those out there that will machinize everything in favor of efficiency. The new and improved genetically engineered dfl or is that dlc If there was ever a time when the northside needed some extra tender loving