Oakdale City Council Approves 2025 Property Tax Levy Amid Council Member Resignation

Overview: The Oakdale City Council convened on September 10, 2024, to address several issues, including the adoption of the proposed 2025 property tax levy, multiple proclamations, and the resignation of Council Member Noah Her.

Mahtomedi School Board Votes to Close Enrollment for Grades K-5 Amid Class Size Concerns

Overview: The Mahtomedi School Board convened on September 9, 2024, to address issues, including the closure of enrollment for grades K-5 due to class size concerns, fluctuating student enrollment, and performance data from the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs).

Bayport City Council Approves Budget Changes Amidst Financial and Community Developments

Overview: In a meeting held on September 9th, 2024, the Bayport City Council approved budget changes for the 2025 fiscal year, discussed amendments to city ordinances, and addressed various community and police department updates.

Newport City Council Approves Abatement for Long-Standing Nuisance Property on Hastings Avenue

Overview: The Newport City Council convened on September 5, 2024, addressing a range of issues, from nuisance code violations to upcoming infrastructure projects. The most development was the council’s decision to approve the abatement of a property on Hastings Avenue plagued by numerous code violations.

St. Paul Park Mayor Commends Community Response After Severe Storm

Overview: St. Paul Park Mayor Keith Franke expressed deep gratitude to the Public Works and Public Safety departments for their quick response following a recent severe storm. Highlighting the collective effort, he praised city staff and residents for their resilience and cooperation in dealing with the aftermath. Franke emphasized that while the city did not declare a state of emergency, the community’s coordinated response was commendable. He also noted that the city’s compost site will remain open until September 9th to support storm debris disposal and encouraged residents to report any remaining power outages to XL Energy.