Eric Weiss – West St. Paul Reader

Rehab Plan Will Keep West St. Paul Pool Open

A two-year, two-phase rehab plan will keep the popular West St. Paul city pool open during the summer season while it gets necessary repairs.

West St. Paul Regional Athletics Center (the dome).

What to Do About a Dirty Dome?

City staff think wildfires dirtied the dome, and they’re hoping a wet, snowy winter will scrub it clean.

Dreaming Big for West St. Paul Parks

“This is a big, bold vision, but with some grit, hard work, and determination, we can achieve this,” said Parks Director Eric Weiss.

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.

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.

Feb. 24, 2025 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: Feb. 24, 2025

A contentious hearing around zoning for the Net Ministries campus dominated tonight’s City Council meeting, which also included appointments of new members to volunteer committees and an update on the state of the city pool.

Sept. 23, 2024 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: Sept. 23, 2024

A proclamation in honor of the late Lisa Stevens and a vote on the preliminary budget levy were the two big items at tonight’s City Council meeting.

Marking 10 Years Since Killing of Mendota Heights Police Officer

A memorial service will be held at the site of Police Officer Scott Patrick’s death near the Smith and Dodd intersection in West St. Paul. The city is also working on a permanent memorial nearby.

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.

View of Harmon Park with Preserve Our Parks yard sign.

Preserve Our Parks: West St. Paul’s Plan to Protect Parks

West St. Paul Parks Director talks about the campaign to promote the longevity of the city’s parks by discouraging vandalism and encouraging engagement.