Do you have ideas for alternative responses to non-emergency calls that can help keep your community safe? Make your voice heard this Tuesday and Saturday at town hall discussions with the Saint Paul Community-First Public Safety Commission.

The West Side Scorecard team will be presenting their evaluation on a new proposed development at 102 & 150 Water Street, and listening to community feedback on whether this development aligns with our vision. Join them for a Q&A with the developer at our Voices forum.

Purpose of this report

STRENGTHS AND VULNERABILITIES OF RENTAL HOUSING IN SAINT PAUL’S WEST SIDE NEIGHBORHOOD, is part of a funded project between the City of Saint Paul’s Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity Office (HREEO) and the West Side Community Organization to explore rental housing issues, and engage and organize renters on their rights and fair housing practices.
Over the past year, WSCO staff have compiled and distributed resources for tenants and conducted “Know Your Rights” trainings to renters on the West Side. They’ve facilitated action and resolution between renters and landlords. This work continued through the COVID-19 pandemic, where existing housing issues, especially concerning adequacy and affordability, became more pronounced.

West Side Development Update! Sharing an important update from from Neighborhood Development Alliance (NeDA). Learn more about the plan for 57 units of senior housing at 617 and 605 Stryker Avenue, and how you can stay informed about the project's future.

Here are some job openings we have heard of here on the West Side!

Happy Valentine's day!

Let's show some love for our neighbors working to keep the roads clear and safe for all of us!

Important cold-weather update from the City of St. Paul on support for unsheltered residents:

With the ongoing extreme cold weather, all partners serving our residents experiencing homelessness have continued to actively coordinate support and services to ensure additional resources are available - including additional overnight and day-time capacity.