St. Paul City Council Overrides Mayor’s Vetoes on Budget, Ensuring Key Projects Proceed

Overview: In a special meeting, the St. Paul City Council unanimously voted to override five of Mayor Melvin Carter’s line item vetoes in the proposed 2025 budget. This decision ensures the continuation of several significant projects and positions, including a city council redesign project, the Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity Director role, cultural events programming, the Council Audit Committee, and the St. Paul Children’s Collaborative.

North St. Paul Approves 2025 Budget Amid Community Center Feasibility Study Debate

Overview: In a detailed session, the North St. Paul City Council approved the 2025 budget and discussed the potential advancement of a feasibility study for the Community Center project. The meeting also included recognitions for community contributions and addressed various administrative matters.

North St. Paul Approves 2025 Budget Amid Community Center Feasibility Study Debate

School Board Addresses Funding Gaps and Special Education Challenges in North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale District

Overview: The North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School Board meeting on December 17, 2024, focused heavily on the district’s financial challenges, particularly concerning special education funding shortfalls and the tax levy for the upcoming fiscal year. The board also discussed renovations of educational centers, recognized student achievements, and explored strategies to improve student attendance and mental health support.

Falcon Heights City Council Approves 2025 Budget, Focuses on Cannabis Regulations and Streetlight Repairs

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Falcon Heights City Council approved the city’s 2025 budget, set regulations for cannabis businesses, and addressed urgent streetlight repairs.