North St. Paul City Council Approves New Police Body Camera System Amid Budget Concerns

Overview: The North St. Paul City Council meeting focused on discussions about financial challenges and approved a new body camera system for the police department. Council members evaluated the city’s fiscal outlook given impending state deficits, debated property tax increases, and deliberated on infrastructure priorities. A key outcome was the unanimous approval of a new body camera and in-car camera system for the police department, addressing reliability issues with the current technology and enhancing law enforcement capabilities.

Mounds View School Board Addresses Labor Agreements, Honors Student Achievements, and Announces Board Vacancy

Overview: During the recent Mounds View School Board meeting held on November 13, several topics were discussed, including approval of new labor agreements, acknowledgment of student achievements, and the announcement of a board vacancy following a resignation. The meeting also covered financial reports, election results, and plans to enhance the district’s resources through a capital projects levy.

St. Paul City Council Tackles Five-Year Capital Plan and Funding Challenges Amid Infrastructure Needs

Overview: The St. Paul City Council Budget Committee met to deliberate on the city’s five-year capital plan for 2026 to 2030, with a focus on the funding strategies underpinning ambitious infrastructure projects. Significant discussions revolved around the complexities of financing municipal improvements, the challenges of subsurface utility engineering, and the proactive engagement with local businesses to mitigate construction impacts.

St. Paul City Council Moves Forward with Gun Regulation Amid Calls for Safer Communities

Overview: The St. Paul City Council meeting recently focused heavily on community safety and gun regulation, approving an ordinance targeting firearms like assault weapons, binary triggers, and ghost guns. This legislative action was driven by community concerns and recent incidents of gun violence, including a school shooting that deeply affected the local area. Council members expressed a commitment to enacting “commonsense gun safety laws” and emphasized the ordinance as a step towards addressing fears surrounding gun violence in public spaces.

Falcon Heights City Council Reviews Police Initiatives and Approves Daycare Permit

Overview: The Falcon Heights City Council meeting on November 12, 2025, was predominantly centered around updates from the Saint Anthony Police Department, including community policing efforts, traffic enforcement, and strategic planning. Additionally, the council approved a conditional use permit for a new daycare center at Falcon Heights Town Square.