North St. Paul Parks & Recreation Commission Faces Community Calls for Increased Funding and Better Management at Southwood Nature Preserve

Overview: The North St. Paul Parks & Recreation Commission’s recent meeting focused heavily on the need for improved management and funding for the Southwood Nature Preserve, alongside discussions on other park improvements and community engagement.

White Bear Lake Area School Board Reviews Early Childhood Program Successes and Expansions

Overview: The White Bear Lake Area School Board meeting highlighted updates on early childhood programs, expansion plans for the Transition Education Center, and approved the preliminary property tax levy for 2024, payable in 2025.

Mounds View School Board Discusses Collaborative Efforts to Enhance Community Well-being

Overview: The Mounds View School Board meeting on September 17th covered a range of topics, with a focus on collaborative initiatives aimed at supporting children, youth, and families in Suburban Ramsey County. Key discussions included student achievements, funding for community programs, the certification of the proposed tax levy, and updates on various district activities.

North St. Paul City Council Approves Preliminary Budgets and Tax Levies Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The North St. Paul City Council held a meeting where they approved the preliminary 2025 City general fund and Economic Development Authority (EDA) budgets and property tax levies, addressed public comments on invasive plant species management, and discussed various community events and initiatives.

North St. Paul EDA Approves $60,000 Budget for Downtown Design Manual Update

Overview: The North St. Paul Economic Development Authority (EDA) has approved a $60,000 budget allocation to update the Downtown Design Manual, a key document initially approved in 2005. The update aims to align the manual with recent city plans and ordinances.