A pair of housing redevelopment authorities — one in Anoka County and the other in Washington County — asked lawmakers to clarify their respective jurisdictions. A new law will do that.
Sponsored by Rep. Kathy Lohmer (R-Lake Elmo) and Sen. Ray Vandeveer (R-Forest Lake), the law will make a series of technical changes to clarify that both of the HRAs have the authority to operate countywide. Supporters say the change is needed to preserve the status quo. It takes effect upon approval by the local governing bodies.
There is one difference between the counties: whereas the Washington County HRA will have the authority to operate even in those areas of the county where another HRA exists, the Anoka County HRA will be allowed to operate only where there is no other HRA.
Gov. Mark Dayton signed the law
April 20.
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