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The mission of the Macalester-Groveland Community Council is to foster citizen participation in government and community decisions in order to protect and enhance those characteristics which make our neighborhood a desirable place to live, work, and play.

Snow Shoveling and Accessibility

With temperatures dropping and the snow starting to fall, the Mayor’s Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities would like to remind Saint Paul residents and businesses to keep sidewalks clear. Un-shoveled or poorly shoveled sidewalks and curb ramps make it dangerous and next to impossible for people with mobility and/or vision impairments to get around.
Please make sure to fully shovel your sidewalk and curb ramps. There are resources available for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with shoveling. For assistance, seniors can call, 1-800-333-2433 (M-F 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), and people with disabilities are directed to call, 1-866-333-2466 (M-F 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.). Some resources may come with a cost associated.  Additional helpful information on snow emergencies and plowing at the Department of Public Works (http://www.stpaul.gov/index.aspx?NID=4261).

Update on Area 21 Residential Permit Parking

 

In response to a request to modify and expand Area 21 Residential Permit Parking (PLEASE SEE ATTACHMENT BELOW FOR A MAP WITH THE PROPOSED CHANGES), the Macalester-Groveland Community Council Transportation Committee held two public meetings. At the December 12th meeting, the item was tabled after discussion to give committee members more time to gather information and deliberate over their decision. At the January 23rd meeting, a motion was made that the Transportation Committee accept the new Petition for Permit Parking for Area 21 and recommends that the MGCC approve this petition and inform the appropriate officials. The motion was seconded and approved by all with one abstention. All committee decisions are brought before the MGCC Board of Directors for approval.
 
There will be a public hearing for Area 21 Residential Permit Parking with the City Council on Wednesday, March 21st at 5:30pm in council chambers on the third floor of City Hall.
 
Please contact the Community Council with any questions at 651-695-4000, or mgcc@macgrove.org. 

 

Jefferson Bikeway History

Interested in knowing more about the Jefferson Bikeway and your Community Council's involvement with the project?  Check out the brief history attached below! 

For more in-depth information on the design of the project, upcoming meetings, or City staff you can contact with specific questions, visit www.stpaul.gov/jefferson.  

Saint Paul City Services Community Guide

The Saint Paul City Services Community Guide provides information about frequently used city services.  Information not included in this guide can be obtained by calling 651-266-8989.

2011 Guide to Recycling

Check out St. Paul’s 2011 Guide to Recycling!
 
Macalester-Groveland’s recycling day is Friday.  Please have all recyclables out at the curb in front of your home  by 7:00am on Friday mornings.  

Need a recycling bin?  Stop by our office!  We keep a stack of blue bins just inside the door of the Edgcumbe Recreation Center (320 South Griggs Street).  Each household can take up to two bins.

Got a burning recycling question?  Visit Ramsey County’s A – Z disposal guide or call the office at 651.695.4000. 

Jefferson Avenue Pedestrian Refuge Test Findings

Summaries of the 2010 pedestrian refuge test at Cleveland and Jefferson Avenues are now available!  Please click on “attachments” below to download the following documents:
1. The City of Saint Paul’s Public Works Department’s summary of comments received and traffic counts on streets surrounding the pedestrian refuge before, during, and after the test period.
2. A longer study prepared by Transit for Livable Communities on the pedestrian refuge test including the impact on traffic speeds, traffic volumes, public feedback, and a recommendation for installation.

For technical questions on the refuge study results, please contact David Kuebler at the City of Saint Paul at david.kuebler@ci.stpaul.mn.us.  For general questions, please call our office at 651.695.4000 or email lauren@macgrove.org.

Emerald Ash Borer

Stay up to date on Emerald Ash Borer in St. Paul by following the City of St. Paul's website here. Learn about management strategies and upcoming community meetings.

KidsPark

KidsPark Currently Accepting Enrollment

Providing our young children with the best possible play and learning environments is a common goal of parents. At KidsPark, we meet this goal while offering parents a flexible, affordable, professionally staffed child care center. KidsPark is a cozy, cheerful place with caring teachers, a colorful classroom, and a stimulating curriculum. It is also a community of families with diverse stories who come together to provide our children with a safe, nurturing environment to support them as they grow.

KidsPark enrolls new members throughout the year. Please explore the KidsPark website by clicking here or schedule a tour to find out if KidsPark is a good fit for your family's childcare needs. Call Claire at 651-603-0144 to schedule a tour.

Job Transition Resources for Mac-Groveland Neighbors

Any Mac-Groveland resident who is currently experiencing job transition can use these “free” resources to assist with job transition.

The Minnesota Workforce Center offers classes on Using the Computer, Resume Writing, and a nationally recognized two day class in “Creative Job Search”.   The Minnesota Workforce Center closest to our neighborhood:

Saint Paul – Ramsey County
540 Fairview Avenue North
St Paul, MN 55104
8:00 am – 4:30 pm  M-F
Phone: 651 642-0643

Creative Job Search Workbook can be found by clicking here.

Religious institutions in Saint Paul are referring unemployed members seeking support to the “Big Net”.  The Big Net job transition group, also happens to be the weekly job transition support group that is closest to our neighborhood:
St John The Evangelist Episcopol Church
60 Kent Street
St Paul, MN
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Thursday
Phone: Claire Eckley: 651 228-1172

More information on the Big Net and other Metro Job Clubs can be downloaded below.

Jack Fei, MGCC Board Member, possesses current first-hand knowledge of the groups mentioned in the Metro Job Clubs List.  He is volunteering to share his experiences and helping his Mac-Groveland neighbors find appropriate job transition resources.  Jack can be reached at 651 698-1691 or jackfei@aol.com.  

Disclaimer:  This article is provided to Mac-Groveland residents for informational purposes.  The MGCC does not operate any job transition program and mentioning them does not imply endorsement.

Macalester-Groveland Community News

E-lluminator

The E-lluminator is a bi-weekly electronic newsletter of the Macalester-Groveland Community Council, consisting of community council and city-related issues, events, and information that relates to Macalester-Groveland. Contact the council at mgcc@macgrove.org to be added to the email distribution list.

Crime Notification Updates

Interested in receiving email updates on crime in the neighborhood? The Macalester-Groveland Community Council distributes crime notification updates which are based on news releases, tips, and information received from the St. Paul Police Department. As such, the content and timeliness of the information is based upon what information and when it is shared with the Community Council. Contact Afton at afton@macgrove.org to be added to the email distribution list.

For those neighbors who would prefer to access weekly crime reports, please visit the City of St. Paul website here: http://mn-stpaul.civicplus.com/index.asp?nid=2399.

In addition, the Western District Police Department (located at 389 N. Hamline Avenue, across from Super Target) holds informative community meetings the third Tuesday of every month at 9:30am and 6:30pm, and those meetings are open to the public for their input and questions about crime and crime prevention matters.

The St. Paul Police Department also disseminates neighborhood-level public safety and community event notifications; you may wish to sign up for this service at https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/STPAUL/subscriber/new.