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Tag: Rollin Crawford

Dakota County Northern Service Center

1999: Voters Decide on Dakota County’s Northern Service Center

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.

West St. Paul mayor's gavel

West St. Paul City Council Hires New City Attorney

For the first time in nearly 30 years, West St. Paul will be represented by a new legal firm.

West St. Paul City Council meeting

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

West St. Paul’s City Council changed law firms for city attorney services for the first time in nearly 30 years. They also discussed an occupancy extension for Net Ministries, with some pushback from a former Council member.

1889-1891 West St. Paul City Council

West St. Paul City Council Members Throughout History

Since 1889, 168 people have served on the West St. Paul City Council. Here’s a look at each council, when they served, and some council factoids.

West St. Paul mayors throughout history

West St. Paul Mayors Throughout History

Since 1889, 30 different people have served as mayor of West St. Paul. Here’s a rundown of all mayors over the years, including years elected and dates of their service.

Albert Park in West St. Paul

The History of West St. Paul’s Albert Park

Albert Park is West St. Paul’s first and smallest park. It grew out of tragedy and has been the focus of mysteries and misnomers over time.

West St. Paul Sun front page from November 11, 1970 with 1970 election results

1970: Youngest Mayor in West St. Paul History

On Nov. 3, 1970, West St. Paul elected the youngest mayor in its history, 25-year-old James R. Husman.

West St. Paul city hall in 1890 and 2020

Then & Now: West St. Paul City Hall

The original West St. Paul city hall from 1890 compared to the current city hall in 2020.

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