Dilworth City Council Supports Rezoning for Twin Homes Amid Public Safety Concerns

Overview: The Dilworth City Council reviewed a rezoning request and a planned unit development (PUD) application for a residential project involving the construction of three twin homes along 7th Street Northeast. The council’s discussion focused on ensuring the development’s alignment with community standards and addressing public safety concerns, especially regarding emergency access and utility provisions.

St. Paul City Council Utilizes Prescribed Burns to Restore Historic Landscapes

Overview: The St. Paul City Council’s Organizational Committee meeting highlighted the ongoing efforts to restore and maintain over 200 acres of Saint Paul’s historic landscapes through the use of prescribed burns. These controlled fires are employed to manage unwanted vegetation and support biodiversity, crucial for the sustainability of fire-dependent ecosystems like grasslands and oak savannas.

St. Paul City Council Approves Geothermal Energy Ordinance and Extends Eviction Notice Period Amid Housing Crisis

Overview: In a recent meeting, the St. Paul City Council unanimously adopted several ordinances, including a new Geothermal Energy franchise and an extension of the eviction notice period from 30 to 60 days to aid vulnerable families amid a housing crisis. The council also tackled the reorganization of leadership roles within the council and deliberated on zoning changes and community transit projects.

St. Paul Housing Authority Debates Resource Allocation and Corridor Expansion for Equitable Development

Overview: In a recent meeting of the St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority, members focused on key changes to the Commercial Corridors Program, deliberated on the allocation of funds for downtown revitalization, and discussed broader economic strategies.

Grand Marais City Council Tackles Power Plant Repairs and Mercury Concerns

Overview: The Grand Marais City Council met on March 4, 2026, to address issues concerning the town’s power plant and wastewater treatment facility. Discussions centered around the repair of a componet at the power plant and the management of mercury levels at the wastewater plant, with an emphasis on transparency and ongoing communication with concerned citizens.