Albert Park – West St. Paul Reader

Then & Now: 1010 Dodd

Here’s a look at the demolition of 1010 Dodd in 2016 and how it looks today as the realigned Smith/Dodd intersection.

Albert Park and Officer Scott Patrick Memorial Plans

West St. Paul is finalizing plans for the expanded and redesigned Albert Park, plus a new Officer Scott Patrick Memorial.

September 22, 2025 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: Sept. 22, 2025

City Council approved a resolution supporting tougher gun control and passed the preliminary 2026 budget and property tax levy a full percent lower than the initial baseline proposal.

West St. Paul City Council Preview: Sept. 22, 2025

A gun control resolution and the 2026 budget take center state for the City Council meeting, with the 150 Thompson project pushed to October.

Author Susan Koefod and her book Albert Park: A Memoir in Lies

A Literary Moment for Albert Park

While Albert Park is in the midst of an expansion and renovation, it’s also having a literary moment. Local author Susan Koefod published Albert Park: A Memoir in Lies earlier this year.

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.

Road closed sign on Bernard Street in West St. Paul.

2025 Road Construction in West St. Paul

This year’s planned road construction projects in West St. Paul, including the Smith/Dodd intersection, Butler Avenue, Bernard Street, and more.

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.

West St. Paul City Council Preview: Aug. 12, 2024

City Council will consider final approvals for the Thompson Square East townhome project and a proposal to move utilities underground at the Smith/Dodd intersection—with an early look at preliminary concepts for the expanded public space at that corner.

June 24, 2024 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: June 24, 2024

Wendy’s received official approval to return to West St. Paul and the City Council dug into finances with the 2023 audit and first discussion of the 2025 budget.