Kennedy Park – West St. Paul Reader

Then & Now: Kennedy Park

With the reopening of Kennedy Park, here’s a look back at the park in 1988 and today.

Path to Kennedy Park from Dodd Road in West St. Paul.

Where Is Kennedy Park?

With the renovation of Kennedy Park, lots of people are asking where is Kennedy Park?

May 27, 2025 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: May 27, 2025

West St. Paul City Council wrestled to prioritize major capital projects over the next decade, including a needed fire station, police headquarters, pool, and more.

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.

April 14, 2025 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: April 14, 2025

At the final City Council meeting for West St. Paul’s first-ever junior Council member, discussion focused on a damaged property on Robert Street and a review of city finances to kick off the budgeting process.

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.

West St. Paul City Council Preview: Dec. 9, 2024

A busy final City Council meeting of the year for West St. Paul with the final budget and property tax levy, proposed apartment at 212 Thompson, addressing issues at two different apartments buildings, and more.