Marion Greene

The Blue Line Extension Project Decision Board approved $190 million in budget reductions, shrinking the funding gap from $279 million to $89 million. Key cuts included removing a pedestrian bridge and adjusting parking spaces, while shifts to local funding sources reduced finance charges. The board discussed contingency funds and potential sales tax funds to address the remaining gap.

Hennepin County committees addressed jail staffing challenges, including a consultant's four-year plan to reduce overtime costs and improve workforce flexibility. The Human Services Committee extended a social worker program on Lake Street, while the Administration Committee approved restructuring the Disparity Elimination Department.