{
 "city": "West St. Paul",
 "state": "MN",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/wspmn.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustments / Planning Commission",
   "headline": "West St. Paul boards to hear variance, parking lot, and drive-through cases",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustments and Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a variance for off-street parking in a front yard setback, a site plan for a parking lot expansion at 995 Dodd Rd, and a conditional use permit for an additional drive-through lane at 125 Marie Ave. E. (Culver's). The boards will also adopt minutes and receive city council updates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08182026-1499",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-12",
   "body": "Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee meeting canceled",
   "summary": "The August 12, 2026 meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08122026-1496",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve crisis rent support grants with two nonprofits",
   "summary": "The West St. Paul City Council will consider approving a new crisis rent support grant agreement with 360 Communities and an amendment to an existing agreement with NDC Beyond the Yellow Ribbon. The consent agenda includes routine items such as claims, minutes, election judge appointments, sewer assessments, licensing, and final payments for city projects. A public hearing is scheduled, and the council will also recognize Special Olympics medalists and hear a presentation on a Knock Out Hunger event.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-1498",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "City Council - Open Council Work Session (OCWS)",
   "headline": "Council to review Charlton Place HIA application and strategic plan update",
   "summary": "The West St. Paul City Council is holding a work session to review a Housing Improvement Area (HIA) application for Charlton Place Condominiums and to continue a strategic plan update from July. The council will also review the consent agenda for the upcoming regular meeting. No final decisions are expected at this work session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-1497",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Environmental Committee",
   "headline": "Environmental Committee meeting canceled for August 5, 2026",
   "summary": "The Environmental Committee meeting scheduled for August 5, 2026, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-1495",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to award pool renovation bids, hear 2025 audit",
   "summary": "The West St. Paul City Council will consider awarding bids for a pool renovation project, receive the 2025 annual audit presentation, and hold public hearings on a final assessment for the Emerson East Mill & Overlay project and feasibility reports for Lothenbach Avenue reconstruction and Robert Street sidewalk snow removal. The consent agenda includes routine items such as claims, minutes, rental licensing, a Dakota County joint powers agreement for post-election review, and a resolution for a Thompson Park state appropriation local match.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-1493",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Economic Development Authority",
   "headline": "EDA to vote on removing parcel from TIF District 1-2",
   "summary": "The West St. Paul Economic Development Authority will consider a resolution to eliminate a parcel from Tax Increment Financing District No. 1-2 within Redevelopment Project No. 1. The meeting includes consent agenda items (approval of prior minutes) and a public hearing. The main action is the TIF parcel elimination resolution.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-1492",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "City Council - Open Council Work Session (OCWS)",
   "headline": "Council reviews 2027 budget update",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2027 budget update. The agenda also includes a review of the consent agenda for the regular meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-1494",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustments / Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission meeting cancelled for July 21, 2026",
   "summary": "This meeting of the West St. Paul Planning Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this time.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-1487",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Parks committee to discuss park naming and ordinance review",
   "summary": "The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss two new business items: a park naming proposal and a review of the city's parks and recreation ordinance (Chapter 93). The committee will also approve minutes from March 10, 2026, and receive updates from staff, commissioners, the Environmental Committee liaison, and the City Council.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-1491",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on zoning code overhaul and Dodd Road right-of-way vacation",
   "summary": "The West St. Paul City Council will hold a public hearing on vacating unused right-of-way along Dodd Road and take a final vote on a zoning code ordinance that amends definitions and listed uses across all districts. The consent agenda includes routine items such as meeting minutes, claims, licensing, election judge appointments, a joint powers agreement renewal, and bond redemption.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-1489",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "City Council - Open Council Work Session (OCWS)",
   "headline": "Council to review 2026 community survey results and strategic priorities",
   "summary": "The City Council will discuss the 2026 National Citizen Survey results and receive a strategic priority update. The work session also includes a review of the regular meeting consent agenda. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-1490",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Economic Development Authority",
   "headline": "EDA to vote on amended TIF agreement and lender assignment for Greco project",
   "summary": "The Economic Development Authority will consider approving a first amendment to the Purchase and Development (TIF) Agreement for the Greco project and authorize execution of lender assignment documents. The meeting also includes adoption of prior meeting minutes and a public hearing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-1488",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Environmental Committee",
   "headline": "Environmental Committee to review 260 Wentworth Ave E site plans and adopt 2026 workplan",
   "summary": "The Environmental Committee will consider adopting its 2026 workplan and review site plans for redevelopment at 260 Wentworth Ave E. The meeting also includes approval of March meeting minutes and updates from staff, City Council, and other committees.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-1486",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider zoning code overhaul and mayor/council salaries",
   "summary": "The West St. Paul City Council will hold a public hearing on the Delaware Avenue Reconstruction Project and consider a first reading of a zoning code amendment that would revise definitions and listed uses across all districts. A second reading will decide whether to amend the city charter and ordinance to change mayor and councilmember salaries. The consent agenda includes approval of claims, a consultant contract for a Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan, an IIJA grant acceptance, a negative cash transfer, and a sewer utility budget amendment for temporary staffing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1484",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06222026-1484",
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council - Open Council Work Session (OCWS)",
   "headline": "Council begins 2027 budget review and food truck permit rules",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the preliminary 2027 budget and proposed changes to special event and mobile food unit permits. No final decisions are expected; this is a discussion and review session. The meeting also includes a review of the consent agenda for the upcoming regular meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1485",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustments / Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Zoning code overhaul: definitions and uses in all districts",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance that amends, repeals, and replaces multiple sections of the zoning code regarding definitions and listed uses in all zoning districts. The commission will also discuss outdoor seating requirements and receive city council updates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1483",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06162026-1483",
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee meeting canceled",
   "summary": "The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for June 9, 2026, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-1482",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider charter amendment setting mayor and council salaries",
   "summary": "The West St. Paul City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on a charter amendment to set mayor and council salaries for 2027-28. The council will also consider consent agenda items including a contract award for the Thompson Avenue Drainage Improvement Project, a grant application for active transportation, and a facilities system plan contract. A final assessment hearing for Robert Street sidewalk snow removal is scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1481",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06082026-1481",
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council - Open Council Work Session (OCWS)",
   "headline": "Council to review Delaware Ave reconstruction and Butler Ave trail project",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Delaware Avenue Reconstruction and Butler Avenue Trail & Sidewalk Improvements project, receive an update on the Facilities System Plan, and review the consent agenda for the regular meeting. The meeting also includes the introduction of the new South Metro Fire Department Chief, Mike Nelson.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1473",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Environmental Committee",
   "headline": "Meeting canceled, no items discussed or decided",
   "summary": "The Environmental Committee meeting scheduled for June 3, 2026, was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-1480",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider liquor permit, rental license, and road project",
   "summary": "The West St. Paul City Council will vote on a conditional use permit for an on-sale liquor establishment with outdoor seating at 1385 Robert St S, decide on a rental license renewal for 1064 Robert St, and receive a feasibility report for the Delaware Avenue Reconstruction Project 25-3, ordering a public hearing. The consent agenda includes parking restrictions on Christensen Avenue, a joint powers agreement with Dakota County for the Butler Avenue Trail Project, and a lease agreement for 374 Bernard St.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1478",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-1478",
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council - Open Council Work Session (OCWS)",
   "headline": "Council reviews 2026 economic snapshot and peer comparison",
   "summary": "The West St. Paul City Council is holding a work session to review the 2026 Community Economic Snapshot and a peer comparison report. They will also review the consent agenda for the upcoming regular meeting. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and information-gathering session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1479",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-21",
   "body": "Charter Commission",
   "headline": "Charter Commission to review salary-setting options",
   "summary": "The West St. Paul Charter Commission will hold an initial review of options for setting its own salaries. The meeting includes adoption of prior meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05212026-1477",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustments / Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on liquor license and outdoor seating at 1385 Robert St S",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit for an on-sale liquor establishment and outdoor seating at 1385 Robert St S. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and general city council updates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-1471",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-1471",
   "source": "https://www.wspmn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}