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.

Ryan Malloy
Labor RightsRequesting union permission for new technology adoption.

I also think it's just simply a bad idea that isn't lifting off and should probably stay on the tarmac.

Justin Roden
Technology PilotReflecting on the viability of the Starship drone program.

It is the companies that get massive amounts of venture capital, operate at a loss up to a decade and undermine every single establishment.

Payne
Economic RegulationDiscussing risks of unchecked tech disruption in city services.

People (7)

Jason ChavezChair

Public Health and Safety Committee chair presiding over the meeting.

Andrew HawkensDirector of Policy and Research

City Auditor’s Office staff presenting the delivery technology landscape analysis.

PayneCouncil President

Participating in discussion on long-term implications of gig-economy disruption.

WonsleyVice Chair

Legislator focused on proactive regulation to avoid monopoly-like outcomes.

Places Mentioned

University of MinnesotaMinneapolisSeattleSan Francisco BayCollege StationLos AngelesPittsburghUniversity of PittsburghCal-BerkeleyWinona State UniversityAustin, TexasDallas, TexasKnoxville, TennesseeUniversity of Tennessee

Events & Meetings (2)

  • April 9, 2025 - Regular Meeting of Public Health and Safety Committee
  • April 23, 2025 - Scheduled Public Hearing

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

Civil Rights Ordinance Amendment

Amending provisions to add new protected classes, bolster enforcement, and improve procedural efficiency.

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April 9, 2025 Public Health & Safety Committee - Minneapolis Recorder