Renaissance Plan – West St. Paul Reader

Scout troop leading the Pledge of Allegiance at the West St. Paul City Council meeting.

West St. Paul City Council Recap: Oct. 23, 2023

A packed agenda for the West St. Paul City Council included two redevelopment projects with the potential for a sit-down restaurant and a brewery/restaurant, a junior Council member proposal, charter amendments, assessment hearings, two business approvals, and more.

City Council Recap: Nov. 8, 2021

West St. Paul City Council swore in a new police officer, limited tobacco shops, implemented Robert Street Renaissance Plan changes, and discussed safety concerns at Emerson Park.

City Council Preview: Nov. 8, 2021

West St. Paul City Council will have two public hearings on Monday to limit tobacco shops and make Renaissance Plan updates. There will also be first readings on a sign ordinance change and Planning Commission expansion and ward requirement.

Police officer swearing in ceremony at West St. Paul City Council

City Council Recap: Oct. 25, 2021

West St. Paul City Council swore in two new police officers, gave initial approval to a new townhouse redevelopment plan for the former golf course, and began the process to limit specialty tobacco retailers.

City Council Preview: Oct. 25, 2021

West St. Paul City Council will consider a townhouse redevelopment plan for the former Thompson Oaks golf course, hold assessment hearings, welcome new police officers, and move forward a limit on tobacco shops.

July 26, 2021 West St. Paul City Council meeting

City Council Recap: July 26, 2021

West St. Paul City Council approved new sidewalk on Bidwell Street over neighbor opposition and heard about a levy increase from South Metro Fire.

City Council Preview: July 26, 2021

The upcoming West St. Paul City Council meeting will include potentially controversial public input on a proposed sidewalk, details on a fire and EMS levy increase, and more.

May 24, 2021 West St. Paul City Council meeting

City Council Recap: May 24, 2021

The West St. Paul City Council relaxed mask requirements at city hall and passed measures to loosen restrictions on tattoo parlors and liquor stores. The city also proclaimed June as LGBTQIA Pride Month and the Women of West St. Paul collected a trunkful of period supplies.

City Council Preview: May 24, 2021

Topics include tattoo and liquor store expansion, a provisional rental license, and Pride proclamation. Look for discussion on the Renaissance Plan and ongoing COVID-19 protocols during the Open Council Work Session.

Feb. 8, 2021 City Council Recap

While the regular West St. Paul City Council meeting had a sparse agenda, the Council still covered a lot with nearly three hours of other meetings. Topics included policing, the committee appointment process, and sale of land for townhomes.