School Board Approves November Referendum

Facing a $51 million deficit this year, and ongoing deficits projected to be over $35 million annually, the St. Paul Public Schools (SPPS) Board of Education voted unanimously July 15…
West 7th/Fort Road Federation Launches New Sustainable Business Enhancements Grant

The West 7th/Fort Road Federation announced a new grant opportunity aimed at helping small businesses in the West 7th neighborhood reduce their environmental footprint while making site improvements. The Sustainable…
Why We Supported the Ramsey County Transportation Plan

District Perspectives Ramsey County Commissioner, District 5 On June 10, the Ramsey County Board voted unanimously to support improving transit and transportation in Ramsey County by adopting the Ramsey County…
Downtown Action Series Meetings Announced

Join fellow neighbors for the launch of the Downtown Action Series, a new initiative led by Council President Rebecca Noecker to bring community members together around the future of downtown…
City of St. Paul/Forecast Public Art Looking for Artists to Spruce Up Downtown Utility Boxes

Forecast Public Art invites Minnesota-based artists of all experience levels to submit qualifications for the digital design of utility boxes to be installed near and adjacent to two of Downtown…
City of St. Paul to Appoint Fire Chief Butch Inks to Second Six-Year Term

Mayor Melvin Carter announced the reappointment of Barton “Butch” Inks as St. Paul Fire Chief, who recently celebrated his 40th year serving the City of St. Paul. Chief Inks continues…
DNR adds eight counties to deer feeding and attractant ban

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has added eight counties to a deer feeding and attractant ban to reduce the risk of chronic wasting disease spread, after CWD was detected…
West 7th / Fort Road Federation August 2025

Get involved! Fall is a great time to get involved at the Federation. Join a committee meeting, pop into one of our events, or keep an eye out on how…
Highland District Council August 2025

Engagement Committee seeking members We’re seeking volunteers to join our Community Engagement Committee. The committee is responsible for programs, spaces, and events related to community outreach, safety, recreation, the arts…