Government
Minnesota Court issues redistricting maps
A special election panel issued redistricting maps for Minnesota today. The court action is necessary because Minnesota’s Republican controlled legislature and Governor Mark Dayton (DFL) could not agree on how to draw the new lines.
The new maps are based on the last census and must make each congressional and legislative district approximately equal in population. MORE »
Map would pit Ward 2's Cam Gordon against fellow councilman
A redistricting map recently submitted to the Minneapolis Charter Commission is drawing concern from members of the Minnesota Green Party.MORE »
Did Gov Dayton take a dive on promise of transparency?
As I read the AP story on the Governor Dayton's change of heart of openness and transparency, I thought of two things. First, the office has changed the man. Secondly, why did he say one thing and then change his mind.MORE »
'Equal pay' bill moves forward, despite critics
A proposed study comparing compensation for public- and private-sector workers drew criticism from opponents who argued it was flawed and unnecessary.MORE »
ST. PAUL NOTES | Lots of civic engagement at legislative Town Hall
I expected a small turnout at the legislative town hall on February 18. Surely most people would have other things to do on a spring-like Saturday morning. Who wants to spend time inside, listening to politicians, when the sun is shining through the windows?MORE »
Minority representation, downtown dominate redistricting discussion in Minneapolis
Some very quick deadlines are coming up for the local redistricting process, which will redraw boundaries for the city’s wards and parks and recreation districts, and debate centers on two major issues: minority representation and how to represent downtown.MORE »
MN voter ID amendment advances over objections
“Provisional balloting” is now part of a proposed Minnesota constitutional amendment requiring a photo ID to vote, however public testimony was not allowed on the impact it might have on voting. The Senate Local Government and Elections committee gave it approval on a party line 8-6 vote today.MORE »
Minneapolis redistricting ramps up
The city of Minneapolis is in the midst of redrawing its district lines, and now is the time to add our voices to the process. A public meeting will be held on February 29th, from 5-7 p.m. at the Webber Community Center, 4400 Dupont Avenue North.MORE »
National study calls supermajority amendments a 'bad idea'
A supermajority requirement in Minnesota would not produce promised results, if the experiences of states that already have supermajority rules are any indication.MORE »
Met Council writes one thing, does another with legislation
Over the years I have read many sheets of paper that describes what a legislative initiative from government agencies are. The "cover" sheet is important because it lets people know, particularly the legislators, what the agency is trying to do. It serves as the government enity arguments and rationale for the bill.MORE »
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