Category: Parks & Rec

Future of the West St. Paul Pool

The West St. Paul city pool opens on May 31, but with the slide closed as the city explores future renovation options for the pool.

Natural playground at Garlough Environemental Magnet School.

Natural Playground Brings Imaginative Play to Garlough

“The wide-eyed grins on the students’ faces said it all,” said kindergarten teacher Abby Foss when the natural playground opened at Garlough.

Kennedy Family Matching $25,000 for Park Renovation

West St. Paul is hoping to raise $250,000 for the renovation of Kennedy Park, with generous matching funds from the Kennedy family to kickstart the fundraising.

Open House for 150 Thompson at Wentworth Library in West St. Paul.

West St. Paul Parks Open House: 150 Thompson, Kennedy, Albert, & More

A parks open house on May 13 will offer updates on a number of projects, including the former YMCA/Hy-Vee space, Kennedy Park renovation, Albert Park expansion, and more.

Dakota County Parks 2050 Vision

Dakota County is asking for community input on their 25-year parks vision plan with an open house May 8 and an online survey.

Proposed art bench concepts for Kennedy Park

Art Bench Proposals for Kennedy Park

Three artists proposed 14 different art bench concepts for Kennedy Park. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will consider the designs at their April 8 meeting.

Art Benches for Kennedy Park

As part of a new “art everywhere” initiative, the City of West St. Paul is looking for artists to create benches for Kennedy Park.

Plans for Redesigned Albert Park & Officer Scott Patrick Memorial

With a reconfigured Smith/Dodd intersection, West St. Paul has an opportunity to expand Albert Park and create new park space. They’re asking for public input.

Volunteers working on new trail in Garlough Park.

New Trail in Garlough Park Forest

Teachers and volunteers from Garlough Environmental Magnet School are working with the City of West St. Paul to add a new trail to the forest in Garlough Park.

AARP Grant Funds Upgraded Community Input for Kennedy Park Improvements

The Kennedy Park improvement project is getting upgraded community engagement thanks to a $20,000 grant from AARP, including a community meal and paint the pavement event.

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