Board of Commissioners - 2026-04-21
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Meeting Summary
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved the sale of the East Kellogg property to LSBD Acquisitions LLC for conversion into approximately 200 affordable housing units with ground-floor commercial space, with closing expected in Q3 2027. The board also approved a public online auction of 34 tax-forfeited properties and a joint powers agreement with Maplewood for a community responders pilot program.
Key Decisions (3)
Sale of East Kellogg Property to LSBD Acquisitions LLC
Approved purchase and sale agreement for Ramsey County East Kellogg property to LSBD Acquisitions LLC, a local firm planning to convert the former county building into approximately 200 affordable housing units at various AMI levels with small commercial space on the main level. Due diligence period of 14-18 months before real estate closing, expected Q3 2027. Proceeds will go into capital improvement plan holding project.
Public Online Auction of 34 Tax-Forfeited Properties
Approved public online auction of 34 tax-forfeited properties utilizing MN bid platform.
Joint Powers Agreement with Maplewood for Community Responders Pilot
Approved joint powers agreement with the city of Maplewood for the Appropriate Response Initiatives community responders pilot program, partnering with Roots Wellness Center as contractor. Program will provide non-police response to non-criminal calls and proactive community engagement.
Development Activity (1)
East Kellogg Affordable Housing Conversion
Conversion of former county office building to approximately 200 affordable housing units at various AMI levels with small commercial space on main level; pursuing historic tax credits
Market Signals (3)
Housing Demand
Local developer LSBD Acquisitions LLC is pursuing office-to-residential conversion for affordable housing, indicating strong demand for affordable units in downtown St. Paul.
Infrastructure
County pursuing state bonding for Park at Rivers Edge project, described as critical investment in infrastructure, development, transportation, connectivity, and housing.
Sentiment
County and City of St. Paul aligning on Build Stronger Together economic development strategy, with emphasis on selling county-owned properties to catalyze downtown revitalization.