Hundreds of people jammed Wentworth Library Wednesday evening for a reopening celebration event after a 13-month closure for renovations. “This means the world to our community,” said West St. Paul Mayor Dave Napier.
After 13 months of renovation, the Wentworth Library reopened today. “I like that everyone is excited to be here,” said Tari, one of the library visitors who arrived before the doors opened.
Increased revenue meant an improved budget for ISD 197’s current fiscal year. The school board also approved a Language Access Plan and heard multiple updates.
A bioretention basin at Two Rivers High School will transform an under-utilized strip of grass between two parking lots into a pollinator-friendly natural area that will filter pollutants and protect waterways.
The South Metro Fire Department named Mike Nelson as the new fire chief, replacing Mark Juelfs who is retiring after 32 years.
A single-family rental property on Robert Street is at risk of eviction due to code violations. Other City Council business included zoning and code changes, a branding update, LTS expansion, and more.
Photos from the Sustainability Spring Fling, including city cleanup, kids garage sale, tree planting, and more.
City Council will consider a few changes to zoning and permitting that could impact future businesses, as well as review a rental license for 1064 Robert Street.
The ISD 197 School Board heard an update on math curriculum and approved increases for health and dental insurance.
A look at the history of libraries in West St. Paul, officially starting in 1960 and spanning three buildings, but with roots going back to the 1920s.
Sunshine, Naomi and Kenzo play with Renee and Finn in the newly renovated Wentworth Library in the first hours after it opened.
