Steve Brandt
Reporter | Minneapolis City Hall
Phone: 612-673-4438
E-mail: sbrandt@startribune.com
Steve Brandt covers Minneapolis City Hall and city issues.
Recent content from Steve Brandt
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Apartment plans near Stone Arch bridge stalled
Opponents would rather see a park on the property, but the developers may file a lawsuit if they are denied a second time.
Jul 10, 2009 -
Rybak uses veto in attempt to rebuff Park Board's play for more fiscal turf
The Minneapolis Park Board is almost certain to override the veto as it seeks to protect parks funding.
Jul 9, 2009 -
Rumor about cost of table causes uproar
City Hall furniture that cost $7,500 was believed to have cost much more.
Jul 8, 2009 -
Plan to lighten city's budget
The Minneapolis City Council will take up Mayor R.T. Rybak's proposal to introduce a fee for street lighting to offset funding cuts.
Jul 8, 2009 -
Park Board seeks more independence
Hoping for greater financial freedom from Minneapolis City Hall, the group is trying to get the issue on the ballot.
Jul 7, 2009 -
City to hear appeal on bid to burn more trash
Hennepin County looks to the Minneapolis council to back a plan to raise limits at an incinerator near Twins park. he Minneapolis City Council would have to overrule the Planning Commission to OK the increase in downtown.
Jul 7, 2009 -
Minneapolis votes to sever ties with solar electric company on convention center project
After more two years of talks, the city wants to find a new firm to put solar equipment on the Convention Center's roof.
Jul 2, 2009 -
Proposal to dissolve Minneapolis' oversight board advances
Critics say move could threaten funding for Minneapolis parks.
Jul 2, 2009 -
Minnesota law can help postpone home foreclosure
The legal tool took effect June 15, but for borrowers facing imminent sheriff's foreclosure sales, timing is everything.
Jul 1, 2009 -
Independence Party says it will require its candidates to make financial diclosures early
The party is telling its candidates it must report finances at midelection. It's calling on other parties to do the same.
Jun 27, 2009