Lack of snow creates opportunities, challenges for the business of snow removal

First, some good news. St. Paul hasn’t had a snow emergency yet in the 2023-24 snow season. In fact, the region has seen just over 14 inches of snow this…
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 work I believe is critical…
St. Paul Ice rink updates

To no one’s surprise, the City of St. Paul Department of Parks and Recreation has decided to end skating season early this year.
U.S. Department of Labor initiative to improve opportunities for St. Paul young people

The U.S. Department of Labor announced the second cohort of its Youth Systems Building Academy, an innovative effort to increase and enhance employment opportunities for youth. The 10 additional communities,…
Highland District Council March 2024

Home Improvement Workshop Day. The Home Improvement Workshop Day returns on Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Cretin-Derham Hall (550 S. Albert St.) Attend one-hour…
West 7th / Fort Road Federation March 2024

West 7th Resurfacing Project Community Meeting March 6, 4:30-6:30pm at Palace Community Center. Neighbors are encouraged to attend this meeting, hosted by MnDOT, and share feedback and ideas. Prospective Board…
St. Paul educators vote to strike

On February 15, the St. Paul Federation of Educators (SPFE), the union representing teachers and educational assistants working in St. Paul Public Schools (SPPS), voted to authorize a strike. The vote…
“Rep who Raps” readies for album release, return to session

Better known to some by her stage name, Maria Isa, and by others as Representative Perez-Vega of House District 65B, Maria Isa Perez-Vega has a lot on her plate this…
The 2024 Legislative Session Begins

Hello neighbors! The 2024 legislative session will begin on February 12. My second column in the Community Reporter is a good chance to check in in advance, especially in light…