Mpls. City Council puts pause on $38M public safety training center
Some council members said the cost is too high and they would not support the plan. Others argued they need more details before moving forward with a vote.
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Some council members said the cost is too high and they would not support the plan. Others argued they need more details before moving forward with a vote.
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