St. Paul Housing Authority Advances Tax Increment Financing for Redevelopment Effort

Overview: The St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting focused on development initiatives, including the approval of a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for the Grand and Victoria Redevelopment Project and the introduction of the Ames Lake Property Flood Mitigation Project. The TIF district approval, crucial for financing the redevelopment of substandard buildings into a mixed-use development, emerged as the meeting’s most topic.

St. Paul City Council Critiques Police Actions in Federal Immigration Operations

Overview: The St. Paul City Council convened to address issues, including a resolution critiquing the police department’s involvement in federal immigration enforcement actions and the subsequent public outcry. Key discussions focused on police accountability, legislative planning, and community engagement.

Mounds View School Board Celebrates Record Donations, Approves Property Tax Levy Increase

Overview: The Mounds View School Board approved a final property tax levy for 2026, celebrated record-breaking donations to the Ralph Raider food shelf, and recognized the service of outgoing board chair Diane Glasheen. The meeting also touched on student achievement goals, school curricula, and plans to diversify the educator workforce.

North St. Paul Faces 8% Levy Increase Amid Budget and Infrastructure Challenges

Overview: The North St. Paul Economic Development Authority meeting focused on the city’s financial strategy and infrastructure development, as officials grappled with an 8% levy increase proposal.

North St. Paul City Council Deliberates Early Ladder Truck Purchase Amidst Capital Improvement Plan Discussions

Overview: In a recent North St. Paul City Council meeting, attention was given to the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), particularly the proposal to advance the purchase of a new ladder truck for the fire department. Initially scheduled for 2028, the acquisition could be expedited to 2026 to avoid a pending price hike, highlighting the council’s efforts to optimize financial planning. The meeting also touched on long-standing infrastructure projects and upcoming housing developments, reflecting ongoing challenges and opportunities in city planning.