Marijuana Smoking Ordinance
This week, City Council passed an ordinance prohibiting smoking cannabis in City parks and within 25 feet of entrances, exits, windows, and ventilation intakes of public places and places of employment within the City of Saint Paul.
I ultimately voted against this amendment in its current form, along with Councilmembers Mitra Jalali and Russel Balenger.
The full language of the cannabis smoking amendment can be read here. This ordinance will not be in effect until thirty (30) days following passage, approval, and publication. Thank you to everyone who wrote, called, and showed up to speak at the public hearings for this issue. You can listen to the September 27th discussion and vote here.
Fall Parks & Rec Activities, Free Winter Basketball
Last Chance to Register for Free Winter Basketball!
Don't miss out - youth winter basketball registration ends September 30! Registration fees have been eliminated for winter basketball for 10U and up (ages 9+) at all recreation center sites. Please note that fees apply for ages 4U, 6U and 8U.
There's still time to register for fall swimming lessons, fall activities and Rec Check! Browse schedules and register online for babysitting training, dance classes, tumbling, martial arts, cooking classes, adult programs, arts & crafts, teen activities, music classes, and more.
Saint Paul Snow Summit
Join us Saturday, October 14 for the first-ever City of Saint Paul Snow Summit at the Dale Street Public Works Garage (891 Dale Street).
Come celebrate all things snow in Saint Paul at this fun, free, family-oriented event geared to get Saint Paul residents ready for winter.
- 9am - 11am - Alley Captain Conference & Connections (Limited space for current or interested alley captains only. Please RSVP on the website)
- 11am - 2pm - Snow Summit Exhibits & Open House - Visit with different exhibitor groups, organizations, and departments to enjoy fun activities. Check out the City's snow plows and equipment.
Learn more about the event at www.stpaul.gov/snowsummit.
Free Meals for Seniors
North East Seniors are resuming their prepared meals and food box program, also known as Doorstep Delivery. Food boxes are available for pick-up every other Thursday 1PM - 3PM.
Are you a senior living in the Greater Eastside of St. Paul and in need of groceries? Please fill out this interest form for an eligibility determination.
Got questions? Email neseniorsforbetterliving@gmail.com or call (651) 808-1901.
Arts Impact for Individuals Grant Program
The Arts Impact for Individuals grant program provides up to $5,000 for artistic projects in Minnesota led by individuals. Projects must be focused on creating access to the arts for Minnesotans, and/or engaging with Minnesota communities through artistic endeavors. This grant program is open to individuals who identify as any of the following:
- Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Color (BIPOC); and/or
- Disabled/a person with a disability; and/or
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual/Agender, Two-Spirit (LGBTQIA2+)
Check out last year’s Arts Impact for Individuals awards announcement to see the types of projects awarded before.
Applications due: October 23, 2023 at 11:59 PM
Eligible funding period: April 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025
For questions and assistance related to eligibility and/or preparing an application, please contact Scott Artley (scott@mrac.org or 651-523-6384). Or, fill out the application request meeting request form to schedule a time to meet with a staff member who can assist you.
ESNDC Friendly Storefronts Program
Attention Ward 6 Businesses! Are you looking to refresh the appearance of your storefront this summer? Check out East Side Neighborhood Development Company’s Friendly Storefronts Program - Grant funding is available for façade improvement projects on a first come basis. See the flyer for general program guidelines, and send all inquiries to jmcgregor@esndc.org to start the application process!
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