
More Trees: Residents Can Apply for Free Trees
The nonprofit Tree Trust is making free trees available to qualifying residents in West St. Paul, South St. Paul, St. Paul, and New Brighton. They hope to plant close to a thousand free trees.

The nonprofit Tree Trust is making free trees available to qualifying residents in West St. Paul, South St. Paul, St. Paul, and New Brighton. They hope to plant close to a thousand free trees.

The saga continues for the municipal campus project in Mendota Heights as the city has received a resident petition to require an environmental review. It’s not mandatory, but City Council will consider it at the September 1 meeting.

The City of Inver Grove Heights is studying Cahill Avenue to improve safety and right-size the road, with potential lane reductions and pedestrian/bike improvements. They’re looking for input with an open house on September 2 and an online survey.

RootLab is a creative co-op in West St. Paul that hosts events, brings artists together, and ultimately builds community.

Monday’s ISD 197 School Board meeting was dominated by a strategy session for the upcoming referenda and more information on the district’s budget, as well as routine reviews of district policies and goals.

A second drive thru lane is coming to Culver’s, plus an expanded parking lot for Zak’s Auto, improvements for Charlton Place condos, reconstruction of Lothenbach, another look at the budget, and more for West St. Paul City Council.

West St. Paul City Council will consider a second drive thru lane at Culver’s, an expanded parking lot for Zak’s Auto, a Housing Improvement Area loan for Charlton Place condos, get another look at the 2027 budget, and more.

City Council approved two crisis rent support programs, learned about improvements for Charlton Place condos, and honored two gold-medal winning athletes.

The ISD 197 School Board approved a levy for the ballot this fall and recognized summer activities.

John F. Galvin’s “dexterity as a sleight of hand performer” won him election to mayor twice over a popular incumbent.