Mayor Carter Announces Axel Henry as new Saint Paul Police Chief!

Commander Axel Henry will serve as the next Chief of the Saint Paul Police Department. Henry is a Saint Paul native who has served with the Saint Paul Police Department for 24 years. 

Commander Henry will be sworn in as Saint Paul Police Chief on November 16 at Saint Paul City Hall and will begin his six-year term as designated by City Charter on November 19.   

Minnesota's Cold Weather Rule

Minnesota's Cold Weather Rule (CWR) is a state law that protects residential utility customers from having electric or natural gas service shut off between October 1 and April 30. Eligible residential energy customers are protected from service disconnection if the disconnection would affect the customer's primary heating source.

You are eligible for CWR protection even if you rent - the electricity or gas must be the primary heat source and the utility account must be in your name. 

You and your utility must agree to a payment plan that is reasonable for your household. You can set up a CWR payment plan any time during the CWR season.

Here's a link for more info:

https://mn.gov/puc/consumers/shut-off-protection/

Help in Paying Your Utility Bill

You may be eligible for help in paying your utility bill during the Cold Weather Rule season, October 1 - April 30.

• Minnesota’s Energy Assistance Program (EAP) can help pay your natural gas and electric home heating bill. Contact the EAP team for assistance to apply, 1-800-657-3710.
• County Human Services departments may assist with cash, emergency, food, housing, and medical assistance.
• The Salvation Army HeatShare provides emergency utility assistance. 1-800-842-7279.
• United Way 2-1-1 is a service that can help you find local resources. Dial 2-1-1 to be connected.

Fall Program Registrations at Parks & Recreation!

2022-2023 Out-of-school time programs: Registration is open for afterschool and no-school day youth programs.

S'more Fun

Rec Check

Rec Check Extended

Recreation for Preschoolers

Remember to Vote

Election Day is Tuesday, November 8th, there are several ways to vote:

The Saint Paul City Council invites you to share your thoughts on the city's budget that's been proposed for 2023. During the public hearing, community members will have two minutes to provide their feedback. This public hearing is an excellent opportunity for you to help shape next year’s budget. We'd love for you to show up at the "Meeting in the Wild" at Como Lakeside Pavilion, September 20, 2022 at 5:30 pm.

Vote Early in Person:

Ramsey County residents may vote in person by using an absentee ballot. Ballots do not need to be requested in advance. Current locations:

Ramsey County Elections Office

Ramsey County Library - Roseville

Four additional locations will have in-person absentee voting starting Nov. 1st to Nov. 7th:

Arlington Hills Community Center

First Tee of Twin Cities - Highland National Golf Course

Frogtown Community Center

Ramsey County Library - White Bear Lake

Congratulations to Ward 5 Saint Paul Business award winner, ABC Realty!

Owner, Seanne Thomas of ABC Realty LLC received the Alice O’Brien Award: honoring a women-owned business that is committed to equity and empowerment. 

Additional winners from this year's Business Awards:

• Hmong Village Shopping Center - People’s Choice Award: honoring a business that is recognized for its excellence by Saint Paul residents. 
• Michael Recycles Bicycles- Good Neighbor Award: honoring a business that shows a dedication to improving the community. 
• NEOO Partners Inc. - New Kid on the Block Award: honoring a business that has opened in Saint Paul within the last five years. 
• Selby Wines & Spirits Inc. - Traditions Award: honoring a business that has been active in Saint Paul for at least twenty years. 

Recent Lake Lap with Leah Vomela from Solider Trucking.

How To Stay Connected

Have a very happy November one and all—it’s my most favorite month. As we shift from a weirdly long autumn to more seasonal wintery days, please know that I am not a weather wimp! I enjoy walks and talks around Como Lake in all of the seasons. Hit me up to schedule a walk if you’d like to share ideas, express concerns, or just catch up! Ward5@ci.stpaul.mn.us is the best way to set that up.