Rice & Larpenteur Summer Block Party - Tomorrow, Aug 17!
Stop by the Rice & Larpenteur Summer Block Party! This event takes place TOMORROW, August 17th from 11am-3pm, located at the southwest corner of the Rice & Larpenteur intersection (near North End Laundry).
Enjoy family fun, live music and performances, local food, giveaways, and more! *Each event guest will receive one free food ticket to use at one of these local food vendors.* Additional food and beverage will be available for sale.
- Free youth bike helmets, sponsored by M Health Fairview
- *Cancun Mexican Grill and Cantina Food Truck
- *Nanny's Jamaican Kitchen Food Truck
- Live music from The Blues Saloon
- Climbing Wall from St Paul Parks & Rec
- The Saint Paul Mobile Library
- Family-friendly activities, games, prizes!
- Community resources and info
- Free Back-To-School Haircuts, sponsored by Vitalpath
- Much more!
Mayor Carter's 2025 Budget Address
This week, Mayor Melvin Carter delivered his 2025 Budget Address, announcing his proposed budget for the upcoming year. Mayor Carter’s budget totals $855 million, with a general fund budget increase of $24.5 million and a property tax levy increase of 7.9%, totaling an increase of about $11 per month on a median-value home.
Highlights of the 2025 budget proposal include new firefighter positions and promotions to operate a new fire station, an all-in housing approach that will launch an office-to-housing conversion study, activating public spaces in downtown, and climate investments.
LINKS TO THE 2025 BUDGET ADDRESS AND PROPOSAL
View the Mayor’s Budget Address, along with the full text of the address as prepared for delivery, full budget proposal documents, and highlight materials here.
ABOUT THE CITY OF SAINT PAUL BUDGET PROCESS
Following today’s delivery of the 2025 Budget Proposal, the City Council will now begin meeting with department leaders to review the Mayor’s proposed budget. As required by state law, the City Council will set the maximum property tax levy in September. Budgets may be adjusted, but they cannot exceed the maximum tax levy.
Before the end of the year, the City Council will hold public hearings on the budget and vote to adopt a 2025 budget and tax levy for the city. While the budget may represent changes made by the City Council to the Mayor’s proposed budget, the Mayor has line-item veto authority over the Council-adopted budget.
Saint Paul's Climate Future
Help shape Saint Paul's climate future by joining the Climate Plan Update Advisory Committee! Become part of a diverse group of 20-25 members, representing the full spectrum of Saint Paul's population, on a mission to update the City's 2019 Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP) and to create an accompanying 5-year action plan.
Learn more and apply by Friday August 16th.
Get Involved: Volunteer at the Citywide Drop-off Event Sept. 14 @ Fairgrounds
The St Paul Department of Public Works partners with district councils to organize annual citywide drop-off events for residents to properly dispose of large refuse items and recyclable materials not collected via the residential recycling program.
District 10 helps coordinate the event held annually at the State Fairgrounds, and they are seeking volunteers! Volunteers get a voucher for a free drop-off and there will be food provided. Sign up for a shift on our Volunteer Registration Form!
Saint Paul Business Awards
Each year, the Saint Paul City Council recognizes businesses in five award categories for the Saint Paul Business Awards:
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Alice O'Brien Award - Honoring a woman-owned business that is committed to equity and empowerment
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Good Neighbor Award - Honoring a business that shows a dedication to improving the community
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Traditions Award - Honoring a business that has been active in Saint Paul for at least 20 years
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People’s Choice Award - Honoring a business that is recognized for its excellence by Saint Paul residents
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New Kid on the Block Award - Honoring a business that has opened in Saint Paul within the last five years
Visit www.stpaul.gov/bizawards to learn about previous winners and how you can nominate a business or apply! The nomination period is from July 1st, 2024, to August 23rd, 2024 at noon CT. All applications are due on Friday, August 30th, 2024 at noon CT. If you have questions about the nomination or application forms, please email BusinessAwards@ci.stpaul.mn.us.
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