April 9, 2025 Public Health & Safety Committee
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Autonomous food delivery technology impact on workers
University of Minnesota Starship delivery drone pilot program
Regulatory approaches for personal delivery devices
Public hearing on civil rights ordinance amendments
Votes (1)
Setting a public hearing for the April 23 civil rights ordinance amendment
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Notable Quotes (3)
The university should be pressured to accept this language to insure the right to collective bargaining.
I also think it's just simply a bad idea that isn't lifting off and should probably stay on the tarmac.
It is the companies that get massive amounts of venture capital, operate at a loss up to a decade and undermine every single establishment.
People (7)
Public Health and Safety Committee chair presiding over the meeting.
Teamsters Local 320 member working at UMN East Bank.
Union member and cook speaking against drone delivery platforms.
Teamsters Local 320 representative for UMN food service workers.
City Auditor’s Office staff presenting the delivery technology landscape analysis.
Participating in discussion on long-term implications of gig-economy disruption.
Legislator focused on proactive regulation to avoid monopoly-like outcomes.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (2)
- April 9, 2025 - Regular Meeting of Public Health and Safety Committee
- April 23, 2025 - Scheduled Public Hearing
Ordinances & Resolutions (1)
Amending provisions to add new protected classes, bolster enforcement, and improve procedural efficiency.