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Council approves Midtown business‑improvement district after mixed testimony
Summary
Following hours of testimony both supporting and opposing the plan, the Metropolitan Council approved the Midtown Central Business Improvement District ordinance on third reading, 30–2–1. Supporters cited neighborhood‑led planning for beautification and safety; opponents raised concerns about transparency, coercive assessments and private security oversight.
The Metro Council voted to create a Midtown central business improvement district (CBID) after a public hearing that included residents and business owners both in support and in opposition.
Supporters from neighborhood HOAs and a steering committee described a community‑driven plan to invest in clean‑up, lighting, restrooms and neighborhood beautification. "Our goal is to help provide a safer place to…
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