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After canceling the last meeting for potential severe weather, the West St. Paul City Council is back to consider a public art commission, an update to the 150 Thompson proposal, Robert Street safety improvements, Emerson Avenue project, swearing in a new junior Council member, and more.
150 Thompson Update
The Open Council Work Session (OCWS) will include an update on the redevelopment of 150 Thompson, the former YMCA/Hy-Vee property the city has been working to develop for the past several years. The agenda packet doesn’t include any details on the update.
Robert Street Study
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will present the findings of their Robert Street study during the OCWS. They found safety improvements since the Robert Street reconstruction project in 2016, but there’s still work to be done. They suggest a series of improvements, from short-term to long-term changes, a few of which might be able to be implemented with the coming bus rapid transit line in 2028.
Public Art Commission
Also during the OCWS, Council will discuss the formation of a public art commission. The new body would develop art policy and help select art projects. The proposal envisions a six-member body with a chair designated by City Council.
Other Items on the Agenda:
- Junior: The Council will swear in a new junior council member, Elise Moga, who will replace the graduating McKinley Cherrier.
- Appointment: City Council will appoint a new member to the Environmental Committee. With the resignation of Robyn Anderson, the Council will likely appoint Stephanie Moline, one of 20 applicants interviewed earlier this year.
- Assessment policy: Council will consider a change to the special assessment policy when property owners are charged for major street projects. The current policy is unfair to multi-family units and the proposal seeks a better balance based on usage.
- Emerson Avenue project: Council will consider a feasibility report for reconstructing Emerson Avenue and the Mina Street alley in 2026. The Emerson project will reconstruct the road from Delaware to Charlton, and do a mill and overlay from Charlton to Oakdale. They’ll add a six-foot sidewalk from Delaware to Oakdale, on the south side from Delaware to Robert and the north side from Robert to Oakdale.
Engage
- Watch: The public can watch the meeting live on Town Square TV or cable TV starting at 6:30 p.m. (5 p.m. for the OCWS) on Monday.
- Learn more: Guide to West St. Paul City Council.
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