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Experiencing life as mayor for the day
PSI student Danny and Mayor Jake Spano spent the afternoon learning more about the city and how it’s run on a day-to-day basis.
May 22, 2019 8:00 a.m.
Volunteers plant 78 trees at Aquila Park
On Saturday, May 11 the annual Arbor Day and Community Tree Planting event was held at Aquila Park, facilitated by the city's nonprofit partner Tree Trust.
May 21, 2019 8:00 a.m.
State of the Community is May 30
Join your friends, neighbors, fellow residents and elected officials at this community event, hosted by St. Louis Park Mayor Jake Spano.
May 13, 2019 8:30 a.m.
City receives cashback rebate for solar installation
The city is expected to receive a $8,500 cashback rebate for the solar installation project at Fire Station 2, which was completed as part of the Made in Minnesota (MiM) Solar Incentive Program
May 10, 2019 9:00 a.m.
120 people attend second annual Gardener's Swap
On Monday, May 6, more than 120 people attended the City of St. Louis Park’s second annual Garden’s Swap.
May 10, 2019 7:00 a.m.
May is National Bike Month; Bike to Work Day is May 17
Twin Cities Bike to Work Day is May 17! Join people from around the Twin Cities as they commute to work on two wheels.
May 09, 2019 9:00 a.m.
65 people volunteer for Minnehaha Creek Cleanup
On Saturday, April 27, more than 65 people braved the colder weather and threat of rain to participate in the 12th Annual Minnehaha Creek Cleanup.
May 08, 2019 8:00 a.m.
LED solar powered lights installed at skate park
May 07, 2019 8:30 a.m.
City congratulated for bronze SolSmart designation
Last month, staff attended the Minnesota SolSmart Solar Permitting Best Practices Workshop and were recognized for the city's bronze SolSmart designation.
May 03, 2019 11:00 a.m.
Hydrant flushing begins Sunday, May 5
City crews are scheduled to flush the watermains throughout St. Louis Park starting Sunday, May 5, weather permitting.
May 01, 2019 2:00 p.m.
Fire Chief Koering receives Park Nicollet award
St. Louis Park Fire Department Chief Steve Koering was recently awarded the 2019 Park Nicollet Foundation Community Service Award at their annual donor and recognition event.
May 01, 2019 8:30 a.m.
Let’s work together to prevent theft from vehicles
Each month, the City of St. Louis Park shares a column on the topic public safety with Sun-Sailor readers. This month, Lt. Garland shares tips on preventing thefts from your vehicle.
April 30, 2019 9:00 a.m.
Electric vehicle charging ordinance passed
The city council has passed an ordinance that will help expand private electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
April 29, 2019 7:00 a.m.
City receives AAA bond rating
In March 2019, independent bond rating agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P) re-affirmed its highest rating of “AAA” for the City of St. Louis Park.
April 25, 2019 8:30 a.m.
WHNC new interpretive center groundbreaking
Yesterday, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the new interpretive center at Westwood Hills Nature Center.
April 23, 2019 10:00 a.m.
Housing authority poster contest regional finalist
April 23, 2019 7:00 a.m.
New Adopt-a-Storm-Drain program
Help us protect our lakes, streams and wetlands by adopting a storm drain and keeping it clear of leaves, trash and other debris.
April 10, 2019 9:00 a.m.
Southbound Texas Avenue closed at West 29th Street for repairs; northbound lanes remain open
Effective immediately and until further notice, southbound Texas Avenue is closed at West 29th Street for repairs.
April 01, 2019 2:00 p.m.
Mayor Jake Spano appointed to National League of Cities race equity, transit leadership positions
As a member of both the REAL council and the TIS committee, Spano will play a key role in shaping NLC’s policy positions and advocating on behalf of America’s cities and towns.
March 29, 2019 10:00 a.m.
Estate sale this week supporting affordable housing in St. Louis Park
Visit an estate sale March 28 or 29. All proceeds will go to the City of St. Louis Park’s Housing Trust Fund, which funds affordable housing initiatives in the city.
March 25, 2019 12:40 p.m.