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July 18, 2015

Friends of the Parks in the News and at the Hearing

Thanks to the Pioneer Press for publishing an article about the Parkland Dedication ordinance. Its worth noting that John Manillo is actually in support of the Friends' position. Also, our … [Read more...]

July 16, 2015

Vote on Parkland Dedication Ordinance Delayed

A very big "thank you" to everyone for contacting the St. Paul City Council to alert them to the Parkland Dedication ordinance and the amendments it needs to be effective. Your voices were heard and … [Read more...]

July 11, 2015

Sample letter of support for Parkland Dedication to Mayor

Dear Mayor Coleman, I support a strong Parkland Dedication ordinance. Please encourage the City Council to amend the proposed draft to make it stronger. The percentages proposed are … [Read more...]

July 10, 2015

Friends’ Parkland Dedication letter to City Council

City Council Parkland Dedication 7-11-15 … [Read more...]

July 10, 2015

Parkland Dedication hearing upcoming at City Hall.

The St. Paul City Council will hold a hearing on the proposed changes to the Parkland Dedication ordinance on Wednesday, July 15, at 5:30pm, Council Chambers on the 3rd floor of City Hall, 15 Kellogg … [Read more...]

July 10, 2015

Sample letter of support for a strong Parkland Dedication ordinance

Dear City Council, I support a strong Parkland Dedication ordinance. The draft before you, however, does not adequately meet the needs of St. Paul. The percentages proposed are … [Read more...]

June 4, 2015

Shepard/Davern development scaled back from 73.5′ to 60′

On June 3, the St. Paul City Council voted 7-0 to scale back a development project at the confluence of the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers, one of the most historic sites in the state of Minnesota. … [Read more...]

May 20, 2015

Congratulations to St. Paul Parks for achieving Best City Parks in the Country status.

The numbers are in and the news is fantastic: St. Paul and Minneapolis tied for #1 Best City Parks in America in the latest Trust For Public Land annual ranking of big city parks. Congratulations! … [Read more...]

May 20, 2015

Zoning Appeal for development in Mississippi River Corridor

June 3, 5:30, St. Paul City Council will hold a public hearing in Chambers, 3rd floor, City Hall. The public is allowed to speak regarding the zoning variance granted for the proposed development on … [Read more...]