Council Work Session - February 17, 2026
Draft emergency pre-eviction notice ordinance
Extension of pre-eviction notice from 14 to 30 days
Impact of Operation Metro Surge on housing stability
Landlord survey results regarding eviction and rent non-payment
Allocation of VEP financial assistance funds
Communication with Hennepin County Housing Court regarding new tenant defenses
Full Document Analysis
Notable Quotes (2)
This is a right that the city is bestowing to citizens.
It seems like the snowball of debt is pretty minimal.
People (6)
RodriguezCity ManagerPresented the framework for the emergency eviction ordinance.
Presented the framework for the emergency eviction ordinance.
Melissa PalmanCommunity Development DirectorOutlined the ordinance details, including the 30-day notice period and sunset provision.
Outlined the ordinance details, including the 30-day notice period and sunset provision.
JulieStaff MemberConducted survey of local landlords regarding rent non-payment and tenant impacts.
Conducted survey of local landlords regarding rent non-payment and tenant impacts.
Walter BurkeCouncil MemberAdvocated for notifying Hennepin Adult Representation Services and Housing Court about the new defense.
1 quote
Advocated for notifying Hennepin Adult Representation Services and Housing Court about the new defense.
“This is a right that the city is bestowing to citizens.”
Discussing the affirmative defense portion of the ordinance.
Sean HayfordCouncil MemberExpressed support for the ordinance, viewing the 2-week extension as a reasonable, minimal impact.
Expressed support for the ordinance, viewing the 2-week extension as a reasonable, minimal impact.
ChristensenCouncil MemberAcknowledged community donations to the Richfield Community Safety Network.
Acknowledged community donations to the Richfield Community Safety Network.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (3)
- February 17th, 5:45 PM: Richfield City Council Work Session
- February 24th: Expected date for ordinance return to Council
- February 17th, 6:00 PM: Joint HR and City Council Work Session
Ordinances & Resolutions (1)
Extends the pre-eviction notice period for financial non-payment from 14 to 30 days, sunsetting at the end of the legislative session.