Resolution No. 2022-30 Supporting Decision-Making Authority
Resolution No. 2022-30
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, that the City Council of the City of Fridley supports local decision-
making authority and opposes legislation that restricts the ability for local elected officials to
respond to the needs of their communities.
Be if further resolved that the City 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.
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Passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Fridley this 28 day of March 2022.
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Scott J. Lund – Mayor
Attest:
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Melissa Moore – City Clerk