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.
Just when you though West St. Paul was done with shifting electoral boundaries, it might happen again as the Dakota County Board of Commissioners considers new district boundaries, including one that divides West St. Paul.
We’re tracking confirmed candidates for elected office representing West St. Paul as we approach the filing deadline on May 31.
Dakota County commissioner, attorney, and sheriff will all be on the ballot in 2022, and candidates are already campaigning, including West St. Paul City Council Member Robyn Gulley.
A big crowd turned out for the ribbon cutting of the Robert Street underpass, officially opening the River-to-River Greenway Trail.