Morgan Kavanaugh – West St. Paul Reader

Feb. 26, 2024 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: Feb. 26, 2024

Committee appointments and the ice arena parking lot were the big issues on the docket for the West St. Paul City Council, as well as a resolution and budget support for Burnsville first responders in response to the recent tragedy.

West St. Paul to Require Bike Racks

West St. Paul is considering an ordinance to require bike racks at new developments. Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 15.

West St. Paul police officer talking to people during Night to Unite (photo by Sarah Haugen).

Night to Unite: WSP is “Wonderful, Always Has Been”

Neighbors hosted about 50 gatherings across West St. Paul. “I feel the need to rush around and fill up on this community love and connection,” said Council Member Lisa Eng-Sarne.

Lisa Eng-Sarne, candidate for West St. Paul City Council Ward 3

West St. Paul Ward 3 City Council: Vote for Lisa Eng-Sarne

West St. Paul Reader endorses Lisa Eng Sarne: “West St. Paul needs me and people like me to step up and make what we can make better, better.”

West St. Paul Firsts in City Council & Mayor

West St. Paul has a historic first this year with the first Black candidate for municipal office in the city’s history. So we’re taking a wider look at firsts in West St. Paul.

Ward 2 candidate Robyn Gulley campaigning in her front yard.

Campaigning During COVID-19 in West St. Paul

Like everything else, COVID-19 has changed campaigning and West St. Paul candidates are getting creative with front yard gatherings, going online, and alternatives to door knocking.

West St. Paul virtual City Council meeting

City Council Recap: April 27, 2020

West St. Paul held its third virtual City Council meeting during the COVID-19 pandemic. Topics included updates on pandemic impacts and a pair of projects on the former Thompson Oaks golf course.

City Council Recap: Feb. 10, 2020

The West St. Paul City Council recognized Black History Month, launched a housing rehab program, and took some heat for how last month’s meeting was handled.

Volunteer to Serve on a Committee in West St. Paul

There are 10 slots on various city committees where terms are expiring and new members could potentially be appointed. So apply now!

Morgan Kavanaugh: What’s the Plan at Planning Commission

We talk with Planning Commission Chair Morgan Kavanaugh about what Planning Commission does and how it helps make West St. Paul better.