St. Paul Housing Authority Approves Expenditure Plans for Redevelopment Projects

Overview: In a recent meeting, the St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority approved financial plans for two redevelopment projects: the Sherborne Project District and the Brunson Street redevelopment under the Inspiring Communities Program. These approvals are key steps in advancing the city’s ongoing efforts to revitalize local housing and community infrastructure.

Minneapolis Board of Estimate and Taxation Faces Federal Tensions Amidst Leadership Election

Overview: The recent meeting of the Minneapolis Board of Estimate and Taxation was marked by the election of new officers and a pointed acknowledgment of federal actions impacting the city. Steve Brandt was elected president, and Harris Bernstein was elected vice president. The meeting addressed the city’s response to federal operations affecting local communities and reiterated the importance of independent governance.

St. Paul City Council Tackles Federal Immigration Enforcement and Community Safety Measures

Overview: The St. Paul City Council Organizational Committee addressed issues regarding federal immigration enforcement and community safety during its recent meeting. Discussions focused on the separation ordinance, immigration actions impacting residents, and the role of city employees in interacting with federal agents, particularly concerning ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement).

Falcon Heights Grapples with Immigration Enforcement Policies, Public Voices Urge Swift Action

Overview: The Falcon Heights City Council meeting on January 14, 2026, was marked by discussions on policies concerning immigration enforcement on city property. With a community deeply engaged, the meeting emphasized the urgency of addressing the use of city parks and facilities by federal immigration authorities, amid growing concerns over community safety and civil liberties.

St. Paul Library Board Advances Community Engagement Amid Rondo Library’s Transition

Overview: In a recent meeting, the St. Paul Library Board discussed several key resolutions and community engagement strategies, focusing on the transition of the Rondo Community Library to a temporary location at the Holly Que Brown Community Center. The board approved resolutions to write off old debts and formalize a partnership with the Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library, while also receiving an in-depth report on the Rondo Library’s operations and future plans.