Hands-free law starts Aug. 1

The hands-free bill was signed by Gov. Tim Walz in April and becomes law on Aug. 1, 2019, banning the use of hand-held cell phones while driving.

July 22, 2019 8:30 a.m.

St. Louis Park City Council votes to return to saying Pledge of Allegiance at regular council meetings

July 15, 2019 7:30 p.m.

Outstanding Citizen Award presented at State of the Community event

After his presentation about the state of the community, Mayor Spano presented Julie LaPointe, social worker at St. Louis Park Emergency Program (STEP), with the Outstanding Citizen Award.

July 15, 2019 8:00 a.m.

City shifts electric accounts to Windsource® program

The City of St. Louis Park recently shifted its electric accounts that are not currently using renewable energy to Xcel Energy’s Windsource program.

July 11, 2019 8:00 a.m.

Upcoming Solar Power Hour events

In response to the great success of the City of St. Louis Park’s first Solar Power Hour that was held in fall 2018, the city and Midwest Renewable Energy Association will host three more Solar Power Hour sessions for residents on July 23, Aug. 13 and Aug. 20.

July 08, 2019 9:30 a.m.

Volunteer spotlight – Susan Spannaus

Susan has been working as a volunteer with the city for several years, spending much of her time in Oak Hill Park and garden.

July 01, 2019 9:00 a.m.

Parklets are coming to St. Louis Park!

The parklet is a pilot project the city is undertaking to gauge the community’s interest for it and similar demonstration projects that enhance pedestrian spaces.

June 26, 2019 9:30 a.m.

Over 3,000 people attend annual Fire Department Open House

The 2019 Fire Department Open House was visited by well over 3,000 people on June 18, and the weather was perfect!

June 24, 2019 9:00 a.m.

Experiencing the city as mayor for the day

Peter Hobart Elementary School kindergartener Jace recently enjoyed an opportunity to be “Mayor for a Day!” Jace and Mayor Jake Spano spent the afternoon learning more about the city and how it’s run on a day-to-day basis.

June 21, 2019 8:00 a.m.

St. Louis Park City Council changes meeting start time to 6:30 p.m.

St. Louis Park City Council regular meetings, held on the first and third Mondays of the month, will start at 6:30 p.m. beginning with the July 15, 2019, meeting.

June 18, 2019 9:00 a.m.

Ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrates St. Louis Park's largest rooftop solar array

On June 6, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Extra Space Storage to celebrate the completion of St. Louis Park's largest rooftop solar array.

June 12, 2019 10:00 a.m.

EAB found in St. Louis Park; treatment discounts available

A citywide discount will be offered through 2019 to St. Louis Park homeowners to treat privately owned trees that are at least 10 inches in diameter and in good physical condition.

June 11, 2019 1:00 p.m.

Rep. Ilhan Omar meets with city council and staff at local landmarks

On May 30, members of the St. Louis Park City Council along with city staff met with Rep. Ilhan Omar at local landmarks STEP and The Nest for discussion around federal needs for transit, housing, social stability and infrastructure.

June 06, 2019 9:00 a.m.

IPS Solar and Extra Space Storage solar ribbon-cutting

Join us as we celebrate the completion of St. Louis Park's largest rooftop solar array on Thursday, June 6 from 10:30 a.m. - noon.

May 28, 2019 8:30 a.m.

St. Louis Park City Council recognizes award of valor recipient

The St. Louis Park City Council recognized St. Louis Park Police Officer Jacob Erickson, who received the award of valor at the annual police department meeting.

May 22, 2019 11:29 a.m.

St. Louis Park City Council recognizes 2018 police officer of the year

The officer of the year award is presented annually to an officer who has demonstrated consistent principles of integrity, fairness and a commitment to service within the community.

May 22, 2019 11:15 a.m.

Experiencing life as mayor for the day

PSI student Danny and Mayor Jake Spano spent the afternoon learning more about the city and how it’s run on a day-to-day basis.

May 22, 2019 8:00 a.m.

Volunteers plant 78 trees at Aquila Park

On Saturday, May 11 the annual Arbor Day and Community Tree Planting event was held at Aquila Park, facilitated by the city's nonprofit partner Tree Trust.

May 21, 2019 8:00 a.m.

State of the Community is May 30

Join your friends, neighbors, fellow residents and elected officials at this community event, hosted by St. Louis Park Mayor Jake Spano.

May 13, 2019 8:30 a.m.

City receives cashback rebate for solar installation

The city is expected to receive a $8,500 cashback rebate for the solar installation project at Fire Station 2, which was completed as part of the Made in Minnesota (MiM) Solar Incentive Program

May 10, 2019 9:00 a.m.