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Experiencing the city as mayor for a day
After winning the school silent auction bid for mayor for a day, PSI Elementary School fifth-grader Alex Hoag got spent an afternoon learning more about the city and how it’s run on a day-to-day basis.
May 22, 2018 3:00 p.m.
The City of St. Louis Park receives 2017 Community Partner Award
The City of St. Louis Park was recognized by Xcel Energy with their 2017 Community Partner Award for participating in the Partners in Energy program.
May 21, 2018 7:30 a.m.
79 trees planted in Shelard Park as part of Arbor Day celebration
As part of the city’s Arbor Day celebration, 40 volunteers came to Shelard Park to participate in the community tree planting event on May 12.
May 16, 2018 10:43 a.m.
Elise Hatlestad receives Caring Youth Award
May 14, 2018 6:00 a.m.
81 pounds of prescription drugs collected during National Drug Take-Back Day
On Saturday, April 28, the St. Louis Park Police Department participated in the 15th National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day to collect unwanted prescription drugs.
May 11, 2018 7:00 a.m.
Great turnout for the city's first-ever Gardener's Swap
On Monday, May 7, roughly 70 people attended the City of St. Louis Park’s first-ever Garden’s Swap.
May 09, 2018 9:00 a.m.
St. Louis Park City Council okays ranked-choice voting for municipal elections
Council approves second reading of ordinance allowing ranked-choice voting
May 07, 2018 9:30 p.m.
Talking to young people about Nerf Wars and safety (a message from St. Louis Park Police Chief Mike Harcey)
Nerf Wars can quickly become a dangerous game for students. It’s the job of parents and public safety officials to help students understand the risks and to participate responsibly.
May 07, 2018 7:00 a.m.
Discounted prices available to treat ash trees and prevent emerald ash borer infestation
A citywide discount will be offered through 2018 to St. Louis Park homeowners to treat privately owned ash trees.
May 03, 2018 7:00 a.m.
St. Louis Park hosts two commuter pit stops for Bike to Work Day May 18
On Friday, May 18, the City of St. Louis Park will host two commuter pit stops as part of the annual Bike to Work Day event.
May 02, 2018 7:00 a.m.
Recycling Association of Minnesota receives grant to increase organics recycling in St. Louis Park
The Recycling Association of Minnesota (RAM) recently received funding for a project to increase curbside organics recycling participation in St. Louis Park.
May 01, 2018 7:00 a.m.
Water main flushing starting Sunday, May 6
City crews are scheduled to flush the water mains throughout St. Louis Park starting Sunday, May 6, weather permitting. Hours of flushing will mainly be from 8 p.m. – 6 a.m. and should be complete by Friday, May 11.
April 30, 2018 8:00 a.m.
Fire Station 2 solar panels making an impact
It has been a little over five months since the installation of the roof-top solar array at First Station 2, and the panels are already making an impact on utility bills and environmental benefits!
April 20, 2018
City volunteers recognized during National Volunteer Week
On Monday, April 16, Mayor Jake Spano read a proclamation recognizing city volunteers and commission members during the City Council special study session. Regular city volunteer, Marcia, was also honored with the Volunteer Spotlight during National Volunteer Week.
April 17, 2018 7:00 a.m.
St. Louis Park City Council okays first reading of ordinance allowing ranked-choice voting for municipal elections
Council votes 7-0 to approve first reading; second reading scheduled for May 7
April 16, 2018 9:30 p.m.
St. Louis Park City Council enacts tenant protection ordinance
April 16, 2018 9:30 p.m.
Join the 2018 Step to it Challenge
Communities across Hennepin County will again compete this year for the titles of most active community, most actively engaged community and most active residents through the Step to it challenge.
April 09, 2018 7:00 a.m.
Public invited to community conversation event regarding police body-worn cameras
The St. Louis Park Human Rights Commission and Police Advisory Commission invite you to a discussion of the city's plan to introduce body-worn camera technology in the St. Louis Park Police Department.
April 06, 2018 8:00 a.m.
City receives award for Plant the Park Project
The City of St. Louis Park, along with partners Hennepin County and Tree Trust, received the Minnesota Community Forestry Outstanding Project Award for last October’s Plant the Park project.
March 26, 2018 7:00 a.m.
Jim Vaughan recognized with Mark Stennes Award
Jim Vaughan was recently recognized with the Mark Stennes Award at the Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course (STSC) in March.
March 23, 2018 2:15 p.m.