Weekly news & updates

July 30, 2021 | Friday

Como Park Steward Program

The Como Park Steward Program is off to a good start with several stewards already signed up! There are available parcels if you want to become a steward and help keep our regional treasure welcoming for everyone. 

To become a Como Park Steward, individuals or groups (families, schools, churches, clubs and others) participate in ongoing clean up, special clean-up events, work with the city departments to report tree and natural damage, graffiti, safety, and other concerns. We ask for a minimum commitment of one-year with visits twice monthly. (Some parcels may be allowed more than one steward, depending on commitment levels)

Pick your favorite area to walk, run or bike, or that you have a special connection to, as an environmental project or learning experience, or in memorandum of someone special. You can even name your parcel on the map.

Find available parcels on the Como Steward Program map. After you complete your registration, you will be contacted about parcel selection. 

NOTE: click on ‘Park Steward’ under the Volunteer Interest section.

District 10 Environment Committee in partnership with St. Paul Parks & Rec 

National Night Out Next Week

National Night Out is next Tuesday, August 3. You can find your nearest registered NNO event on the city's website.

Are you hosting a NNO event that isn't officially registered? You're welcome to share it in the comments on this D10 Facebook post.

Ramsey County Officially Approved

to Lead State Fair Policing

While already widely accepted as the likely plan, on Tuesday Ramsey County commissioners voted unanimously to approve joint powers agreements between the county and the MN State Agricultural Society, which governs the Fair, to provide security during the Fair.

Commissioner Rafael Ortega describes the arrangement as "a one-time deal," and cited liability concerns.

Como Midway Trail Realignment - August 2

Parks and Recreation is working to replace the trail on the north side of Como Ave in Como Park this summer. As part of that project, they are going to make a small realignment to the trail at the intersection of Midway Parkway to help improve visibility and safety at the intersection. In order to make this happen, they recently cleared an area of trees to permit the realignment/grading of the trail through the area. The majority of the tree removal was undergrowth of buckthorn and other scrub, all oaks in the area were protected.

The paving of the trail will begin August 2nd. Pedestrian and traffic detour signage will be in place and direct path user to the south side of Como Avenue during construction. Construction is expected to last 2-3 weeks.

Dock & Paddle Offering

Free Meeting Space for Non-Profits

Dock & Paddle is offering no-cost meeting room space for local non-profits to book on Monday nights at Como Lakeside's 3rd floor Waterfall room.

Organizations must provide proof of non-profit status required, and are limited to two no-cost rentals per year. Events can't be booked more than 30 days in advance. Additional services and booking times available at a cost. If you have questions you can email dockandpaddle@gmail.com.

State Fair School Supply Drive

July 26-August 1

Teachers dedicated to serving students in under-resourced schools often purchase much-needed supplies for children out of their own pocket. Join us in supporting these educators and students by dropping off brand-new unopened/unused school supplies or making a financial contribution – all donations benefit Minnesota students through Roseville based Kids In Need Foundation.

Public Hearing on Parking Minimums August 11

The Saint Paul City Council will hold a public hearing on text amendments to Saint Paul’s Zoning Code regarding minimum parking requirements on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at 3:30 p.m. Background information, draft amendments, and how to submit a comment can be found on the City’s web site: www.stpaul.gov/parkingstudy.

Ramsey County Park Rules

Equity Survey

Ramsey County is seeking feedback on their park ordinance revision process. The County park ordinance was last amended in 2007. The new effort aims to:

• Respond to long-standing community feedback about park access.
• Minimize or eliminate regulations that may be enforced in a discriminatory way, and increase racial inequity.
• Modernize the ordinance and address contemporary park issues.

Changes should result in an ordinance that is equitable, consistent and streamlined; promotes greater enjoyment of the parks; increases user safety; and protects park facilities, property and natural resources for everyone to enjoy.

Rice Street Visioning Study

Ramsey County is seeking feedback on the future of Rice Street. You can now view the July 14 open house presentation and share your thoughts.

Weekly Crime Incident Report

District 10 SPPD Incident Report for 7/15 through 7/21

Find more reports here on the D10 Website