Author: Rebecca Noecker
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A Day in the Life of the SPFD
The woman next to me brushed tears from her eyes, and stared gloomily ahead as we rushed toward United Hospital. We were in the back…
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What I’m Excited About in 2025
Council Perspectives, St. Paul City Council Ward 2 I love the freshness of a new year. It gives you a chance to take stock, recommit…
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Engagement Done Right
At the beginning of a summer now edging toward fall, I had the chance to attend the We Live Here community meeting hosted by the…
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Housing, Economic Growth and More – The Year Ahead for the St. Paul HRA
I’m honored to have been chosen by my colleagues to chair the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA). The HRA is responsible for much of the…
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When people come together, progress is possible
Rebecca Noecker City Council Member, Ward 2Columnist When people ask me what I love about my job, I always tell them this: local government is…
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Making St. Paul green this spring
council perspectiveMaking St. Paul green this spring Rebecca Noecker City Council Member, Ward 2columnist Spring is finally here — or at least, I hope it…
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Moms demand action
City perspectiveMoms demand action rebecca noecker city council member, ward 2columnist Firearms are the leading cause of death for children in the United States, according…
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Wonky policy changes make biggest impact
Rebecca Noecker City Council Member, Ward 2columnist One of the ironies of local government is that the really important stuff rarely makes the news.Ribbon-cuttings, program launches…
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Let’s lead the way, families deserve better
council perspectivesLet’s lead the way, families deserve better Rebecca Noecker City Council Member, Ward 2columnistOpen any newspaper or ask any parent, employer, or childcare provider…
