In 1999, a special election determined if West St. Paul would host the Dakota County Northern Service Center. The issue sparked heated debate that popped up again more than 20 years later.

In 1999, a special election determined if West St. Paul would host the Dakota County Northern Service Center. The issue sparked heated debate that popped up again more than 20 years later.
For the first time in nearly 30 years, West St. Paul will be represented by a new legal firm.
Community members packed city hall for a public hearing on a proposed mental health center, which West St. Paul City Council voted unanimously to approve. Council also approved the 2023 budget, approved purchasing the Hy-Vee property, and reviewed the new bike and pedestrian plan.
The community came out in droves to speak about a proposed mental health crisis center, which City Council voted to approve unanimously.
Since 1889, 167 people have served on the West St. Paul City Council. Here’s a look at each council, when they served, and some council factoids.
The proposed mental health crisis center dominated the meeting, though a public hearing and final vote won’t come until December 12. Other topics included zoning for intoxicating THC specialty stores and the city’s newest K-9.