American Rescue Plan

Downtown Alliance Ambassador Program: $647,843

Through this Project, the Downtown Alliance responded to the COVID-19 public health emergency and its negative economic impacts by operating a program that provides resources to individuals experiencing homelessness and assists the economic recovery of downtown by promoting, preparing for, and accommodating the return of workers, visitors, and hospitality. Specifically, Street Team Ambassadors served primarily as a custodial service with a secondary role as a public information resource to visitors, workers, shoppers, and residents. Areas of responsibility included all pedestrian public rights-of-way in downtown. The Downtown Alliance worked closely with City officials to assist with outreach and referrals for shelter and service options.

Domestic Abuse Prevention: $250,000

Funds supported the Saint Paul Ramsey County Domestic Abuse Intervention Project, an organization that provides intervention, support, information, advocacy, and increased safeguards for victims immediately following a domestic violence related crime and facilitates and improves the criminal justice system’s response to domestic violence. The pandemic increased domestic violence and exacerbated challenges for people affected by domestic violence to receive needed services.

Criminal Division Backlog: $1,180,751

This project will add prosecutors (5.5 FTEs) and a victim witness coordinator (1.0 FTE) to the City Attorney’s Office (CAO), Criminal Division, to assist with the backlog of criminal cases resulting from the court delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This project also includes the resources (computers, technology, workspace) necessary to support the new staff. The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in an unprecedented backlog in the criminal justice system. This project directly affects the CAO’s ability to address the backlog of criminal cases in a timely and effective manner. In 2021, the CAO had more than 3,000 cases in the pandemic backlog. As of June 30, 2024, there are 300 cases in the backlog. By adding prosecutors and victim witness staff the City hopes to (1) reduce the delays in justice for victims, defendants, and the community, and (2) allow better delivery of services to crime victims, including those populations who have been historically underserved.

Public Works Painter: $33,557

Funds rehired a Public Works Painter position cut in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The position was in place for the remainder of the 2021 season and assisted with repainting street markings that disappeared. Due to COVID-19 the City’s Public Works department eliminated a vacant FTE position from the 2021 budget, greatly impacting this needed public safety service. The ARP funds allowed the City to restore that position.

Police Downtown Beat Overtime: $975,000

Funds supported overtime costs for the Saint Paul Police Department (SPPD) responding to public safety needs exacerbated by the pandemic. SPPD saw unique challenges develop during the pandemic and several areas in the City that required extra public safety resources to respond to these challenges. As businesses and visitors returned to the downtown area in 2021, even more resources were needed to ensure community safety. Based on a review of public safety data and community input, several areas were identified as needing additional resources. The SPPD coordinated a multi-faceted problem-solving approach, using community policing and engagement strategies. In addition to enforcement operations, high visibility foot and bike patrol were needed. SPPD officers have a guardian mindset and are skilled at making positive contacts and engaging with individuals. Officers make proactive contacts with businesses, residents, and visitors. This work requires resources and multiple officers and supervisors for successful outcomes. Funds supported overtime costs for the officers and supervisors to run these additional special details.

Unsheltered Response Team: $311,843

COVID-19 significantly impacted the number of people experiencing homelessness; starting in 2020 the pandemic’s related economic impacts led to more residents sheltering in unsafe conditions in tents, under bridges, and in caves. ARP SLFRF funding supported three FTEs in the Department of Safety and Inspections to provide 24/7 supports to people experiencing homelessness. These positions included a Housing Counselor, a Program Coordinator, and an Inspector.

City Payroll: $48,435,574

SLFRF funds help cover the cost of City payroll for several departments: Financial Services, City Attorney’s Office, Human Resources, Technology and Communications, Fire, Police, Safety and Inspections, and Parks and Recreation. The ARP funds support City payroll expenses originally paid for with General Funds, thereby freeing up the General Fund resources for other needs. Payroll is an eligible use of SLFRF funding within the expenditure category 6.1, Provision of Government Services, up to the amount of the City's revenue loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Payroll is an essential part of the city government, covering salaries for staff who provide critical services to our community.

Fire EMS Supervisor: $5,611

Funds restored a Fire EMS Coordinator position that was eliminated in the 2021 budget due to COVID-19. This position enhances the Fire Department's ability to respond to the growing number of EMS calls as well as support, supply, and supervise critical EMS services to residents especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Police Attrition Reduction: $1,771,441

The SLFRF investment lowered the Police Department's attrition expenses, which increased the salary budget available to cover costs of hiring officers. The Police Department's 2021 attrition budget increased due to COVID-19 pressures on the City's budget, resulting in fewer officers for the department. Reducing attrition allowed the Police Department to hire officers and fill positions left vacant.

Fire Recruitment Exam: $460,000

Funds supported the Fire Department and Human Resources Department costs associated with conducting the firefighter entrance test. The entrance test is a collaboration between the City's Fire and Human Resources Departments. The costs included staff time for recruitment, written test, physical test, and supplies relating to the test, with a significant portion of the funds used for staffing the physical and agility test and practice sessions. SLFRF funds also paid for medical tests, personal protective gear, uniforms, and training for the recruitment academy.

Library Optimal Response: $200,000

This project developed a comprehensive library safety plan for the city's entire library system. This plan focuses on three main areas: a welcoming safe environment in every library, clear and consistent response to incidents with added capacity through new roles, and restorative alternatives alongside banning, with consistent practices for staff wellbeing.

COPS Grants Matching: $2,000,000

These funds match a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant to support the hiring of new Saint Paul Police Officers, starting in 2022. The partial COPS grant award of $1.875 million ($125,000 per additional position) will be matched with American Rescue Plan funds and other city funding sources. The COPS Grant and the matching funds supported the hiring of 15 officers, the last of whom was hired in October 2023. The COPS grant and matching funds will be used to support these positions through 2026, with a required one-year retention period after the grant ends.

Comprehensive Pedestrian and Traffic Safety Plan: $451,345

This project will develop a Transportation Safety Action Plan for the City.  This includes a citywide crash study, traffic policy review, and community engagement.

Parks Recreation Expansion: $1,500,000

This project provides funding for the expansion of several Parks and Recreation initiatives including an expansion of recreation center hours, subsidies for athletic fees within low- or moderate-income neighborhoods, funding for the Summer Swarm technology truck, funding for a replacement climbing wall, funding for the Recreation in Motion program, and an expansion of the City’s tech lab program.

Oxford Community Center: $429,454

Oxford Community Center, located in the City's Summit University neighborhood and adjacent to Central High School, has encountered several public safety incidents including a recent shooting that required the closure of the facility for several weeks. Prior to re-opening, the Mayor along with department staff met with the community and partners such as Saint Paul Public Schools to review additional needs to better support the youth that patron the facility. A comprehensive review was initiated, and gaps identified in both front line and supervisory areas that needed a revised approach with additional support and resources. ARP funds support the addition of several front line and supervisory positions, enabling the facility to reopen with programming staff better able to program and connect with troubled youth, while being supported by leadership.

30% AMI Affordable Housing: $37,391,669

The 30% AMI Deeply Affordable Housing Program is designed to expand the supply of housing in Saint Paul for extremely low-income residents making less than 30% of Saint Paul Area Median Income (AMI). The City plans to implement a dual approach solicitation process for awarding SLFRF funding to ensure provision of deeply affordable units within “pipeline” projects ready for closing in 2022 and will also provide capital funding for deeply affordable housing within projects with longer time horizons. Program funding will be deployed to finance the creation of new 30% AMI rental units. This funding is being made available through a series of solicitations.

Healthy Homes Saint Paul: $5,524

This project supports investment in needed home repairs and pre-weatherization in the homes of low-income Saint Paul residents in 1- to 4-unit residential properties who were disproportionately impacted by COVID-19 through higher infection and death rates and experienced negative impacts due to low-wage jobs. Living in a home that needs basic repairs and uses a lot of energy is a source of added stress and financial strain. It can put families at greater risk of negative health impacts. The Healthy Homes Program will make homes safer and more livable for eligible families and weatherization improvements will reduce their energy bills at a time when energy costs have been rising. The Healthy Homes Program will also reduce the risk of further deterioration of homes and in some cases reduce the risk of fire.

Right Track: $1,246,256

Funds support the expansion of the City’s Right Track young adult workforce training and internship program. The program is a collaborative effort working with nonprofit, public, and private sectors to connect young people with meaningful internships. The investment allowed the program to expand the age range of youth served and extend internships beyond the typical summer season. Expanding this program addresses youth unemployment, and the job training provides career advancement and high wage opportunities. 

DSI Customer Service: $181,000

This project provides the temporary staffing necessary to address backlogs in support for business owners and development activity withing the Department of Safety and Inspections. These positions work with developers and business owners to process applications and payments of Business Licenses, Construction Permits, Event Permits, and Fire Safety Certificate of Occupancies in the City of Saint Paul.

People's Prosperity Guaranteed Income Expansion: $4,000,0000

This project is an expansion of the guaranteed income program in Saint Paul. As stated in the Interim Final Rule and Final Rule recipient governments may presume that low- or moderate-income households experienced negative economic impacts resulting from the pandemic and may provide services that respond to these impacts. This project will provide 333 low- and moderate-income Saint Paul families with a monthly guaranteed income of $500 a month for 24 months for a total of $12,000. Families that meet the eligibility criteria and that have a child enrolled in CollegeBound Saint Paul, the City's universal college savings account program starting at birth, will be randomly selected to receive the monthly payments.

Tourism Recovery Support Program: $4,500,000

Tourism is a fundamental driver of the City's local economy and has been one of the industries most profoundly impacted by COVID-19. Data from Visit Saint Paul indicates that the immediate Saint Paul area has lost more than $1 billion in sales and $70 million in tax revenues due to COVID-19 impacts on the tourism industry. This program provided $4.5 million for a tourism recovery support program. Eligible applicant organizations for this program demonstrated that their normal pre-pandemic operations had a significant impact on tourism in Saint Paul and suffered negative economic impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lead Service Line Replacement: $16,000,000

The SLFRF funds address the need to replace lead service lines throughout the City's water distribution system. The project will help to fund lead water service line replacement for an estimated 1,240 lead service lines based on the current estimated cost. The project addresses climate change by improving water conservation, system efficiency, and reliability. Prioritized lead replacement zones include areas in the most recent census with the highest demographics of environmental justice (EJ) and children under five. EJ analysis is used to assess the impacts that a project may have on minority and low-income populations; ensuring timely replacements to disadvantaged populations.

Youth Employment Affiliate: $100,000

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, school disruption has severely impacted Saint Paul young people. Existing workforce funding streams are focused heavily on supporting out of school youth. As a result, there is a gap in supporting opportunities for youth in school related to career exploration, access to work experiences and internships, and connections to other career readiness and professional development resources. This investment area will allow for Ramsey County as a subrecipient of the City to provide systems alignment to create connections for schools located within Saint Paul. This alignment will include additional supports for schools such as industry events and job fairs and other career exploration opportunities for students. In addition, this funding will be used to create a pilot Work Barrier Removal Fund to provide small financial support for COVID-19 impacted students to pay for work related items needed at the start of a job such as uniforms, transportation, and other related items. Per the City's agreement with Ramsey County, the City's ARPA funds will only be spent on City of Saint Paul residents.

Driver's License Academy: $250,000

The shifting economy and need for more workers in pandemic recovery require young people to have their driver’s licenses. Driver’s licenses are necessary to provide reliable transportation to jobs, to work a more flexible work schedule, and increase earnings. Without the means to get a driver’s license, employment and professional opportunities are limited. Though this project, Ramsey County, as a subrecipient of the City, will connect St. Paul job seekers to the Ramsey County Driver's License Academy. Participants will be job seekers age 18-24 who are COVID-19 impacted and enrolled in credentialed or certificate career pathway, job training, or industry exploration programs. Participants will receive individualized support to obtain a driver’s license. Per the City's agreement with Ramsey County, the City's ARPA funds will only be spent on City of Saint Paul residents.

LEAP: $600,000

This project provides funds to Ramsey County, as a subrecipient of the City, to support Learn and Earn to Achieve Potential (LEAP)™, a multi-site initiative of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, which aims to increase employment and educational opportunities for young people facing some of the greatest challenges on the path to adulthood. LEAP focuses on young people who have been in foster care, involved in the justice system, experienced homelessness or are pregnant or parenting. The initiative aims to adapt evidence-based models to meet the needs of these youth, including support to address the trauma they have experienced in their lives. Funding will support LEAP pilot sites with the administering of the Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) career-readiness curriculum at five partner sites (schools and community-based organizations) across Saint Paul. Additionally, Saint Paul partner sites will be connected to a wider network of professionals and resources who are serving the same population. These connections will then facilitate a more informed referral system for young people to get connected to additional supports that they may need. Per the City's agreement with Ramsey County, the City's ARPA funds will only be spent on City of Saint Paul residents.

No Barrier Employment Program: $750,000

There are many Saint Paul residents who need low or no barrier employment opportunities. Economic insecurity in the community has increased during COVID-19 and has led many individuals to individual hardships, including job loss and lack of access to a permanent address. Without access to a permanent address, and other challenges that accompany homelessness, obtaining a job becomes extremely challenging. Ramsey County as a subrecipient of the City of Saint Paul will implement employment models to support those within the City of Saint Paul experiencing homelessness with low-to-no barrier meaningful work experiences, wages, and connections into the workforce ecosystem. Per the City's agreement with Ramsey County, the City's ARPA funds will only be spent on City of Saint Paul residents.

Digital Career Pathways and Resource Hub: $750,000

Access to employment and training resources is a barrier for youth and young adults in the community. Through various youth engagement sessions, it was identified that there is a gap in sharing employment resources to young people in a way that is organized, meaningful, and reflective of the diversity in our community while also being engaging for young people. This investment area will create an online website serving as a digital hub for youth and young adults in Ramsey County and the City of Saint Paul for employment resources, with a significant emphasis on sharing videos and other content focused on telling the story of local individuals who have overcome barriers to successful career pathways. Content for this site will be informed, developed, and shared by local young people. Per the City's agreement with Ramsey County, the City's ARPA funds will only be spent on City of Saint Paul residents.

Earn and Learn: $7,508,000

This project invests in occupational training and the financial needs of residents. Residents ages 18-35 will be able to access funds, either directly from the County or through a Community-Based Organization, to assist in paying tuition, books, and technology costs. Additionally, residents will receive subsidized wages, stipends for learning, and paid internships or on the job training for their time learning, whether that is in a classroom training or receiving on the job training through an internship, employment, or other arrangement. Community-based organizations will provide coordination and support to students throughout their course of study and into their new careers. Per the City's agreement with Ramsey County, the City's ARP SLFRF funds will only be spent on City of Saint Paul residents.

LOCAL Fund Worker Ownership: $1,250,000

COVID-19 has exacerbated historical disparities in business ownership. The Locally Owned Cooperative Assistance Loan (LOCAL) Fund will use SLFRF Funds to aid small businesses to address the Negative Economic Impacts of COVID-19 by helping businesses develop shared-ownership models. The shared ownership model will increase local ownership of businesses. This will give community members a voice and an economic stake in their workplace and by extension their communities. The LOCAL Fund will retain and grow businesses and jobs while increasing local ownership thereby increasing economic resilience to weather pandemic recovery.

LOCAL Fund Community Ownership: $1,250,000

The goal of the initiative is to use community ownership as a tool to achieve healthy and sustainable neighborhoods through recovery of vacant and abandoned properties and other capital investment. This project targets commercial properties that are on the City’s vacant property list and are located within qualified census tracts. Activities include technical assistance, pre-development assistance, and real estate awards.

Medical Debt Reset: $1,100,000

This project uses ARP funds to relieve medical debt for low-and moderate-income Saint Paul residents through a subrecipient agreement with Undue Medical Debt, a national nonprofit that is the only organization working with governments and hospital systems to acquire and cancel medical debt.

Council Technology: $9,682

Funds support technology investments in hybrid meeting capabilities, ensuring staff safety during COVID-19. When the City Council offices were renovated in the early 1990s, they were designed to accommodate what is now an outdated service model. The space heavy design is “top down” and laid out for seven separate Council reception areas, seven executive assistants, seven aides, and seven Council member offices with seven additional separate meeting spaces. This approach required designers to split up the Council members to separate sides of the building. The design did not consider safety, user experience, efficiency, or the incredible changes to technology which have impacted the use of the space and the way City Council is accessed. As a result, the floor configuration does not meet the safety, operational, and technology needs of staff, Council members, and the public today. COVID-19 has exacerbated the Council's workspace deficiencies and created demand to access the Council remotely. There is a new precedent and obligation to offer a modernized hybrid technology model where constituents and staff can be involved in person or remotely.

Public Safety Radio Replacement: $3,666,586

Overseen by the Department of Emergency Management, funds were allocated to replace 88 portable and 336 mobile unsupported end-of-life land mobile public safety radios. Additionally, funds supported the procurement and now the successful deployment of 3 Digital Vehicle Repeater Systems (DVRSs), which are crucial for maintaining and enhancing public safety communication across the City of Saint Paul.

Enterprise Asset Management System and Implementation Services: $3,270,413

Through this project the City is seeking proposals from a qualified vendor or vendors for the procurement and implementation of an Enterprise Asset Management Software system (EAMS), which includes software project management implementation services, training, and technical support. It is the intent of the City to purchase a software solution that supports continual growth of enterprise asset management best practices and promotes resiliency, sustainability, and equity in City operations and services. The system supports project tracking, purchase and requisition, timekeeping, warehouse and inventory functions, fleet management, facilities management, and process automation.

City Council Modernization: $50,000

In January 2022 the City Council, its staff, and the general public returned to City Hall. The effects of COVID-19 have brought to a head the myriad of challenges that have long plagued the City Council, including the current staffing model, the workplace layout, and ineffective/insufficient reception services. The City intends to use SLFRF funds to make adaptations to City Council workspace and implement COVID-19 mitigation tactics. To effectively utilize the funds, the project includes an assessment to improve the Council's staffing model to modernize and invigorate its workspace and to create a safe, accessible, and fair Council system and work environment for all.

Electronic Payments: $70,623

ARP SLFRF funds will be used to implement an electronic payment portal for customer payments to the City. The portal will help the City to streamline cash billing and accounting procedures through automatic reconciliation and receipting.

Snow Removal Route Optimization and Navigation: $61,066

The City intends to use SLFRF funds to invest in new snow removal routing software and equipment that will revolutionize winter operations critical to maintaining safe and passable streets for all citizens, businesses, visitors, and commuters in Saint Paul. The City’s winter street maintenance routing systems have not had any major updates for more than 30 years. The software and equipment upgrade will also significantly increase the efficiency of snowplow operations and enhance responsiveness, adaptability, and consistency of service throughout the entire City.

Virtual Remote Inspections: $2,707,145

ARP SLFRF funds support the policy direction, resources, and tools to perform and increase efficiencies of virtual inspections for all disciplines of Construction Services including Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Warm Air, and Elevator inspections; and a variety of Fire Safety inspections and Code Enforcement inspections. These inspections could be in the form of customer to inspector or inspector to inspector, which would reduce the number of trips to an inspection site. In addition, the utilization of digital codes will allow inspectors to inspect from any location, and online scheduling will enhance customer experience and flexibility to schedule on their own time.

Virtual Remote Inspections FEMA Match: $92,855

The City intends to use SLFRF funds for the match requirement for the FEMA BRIC grant so that the City can upgrade its online plan review product and replace the City’s ECLIPS and AMANDA systems used as part of the inspection process. These actions will make the inspection process more efficient for inspectors and customers.

RiverCentre Parking Ramp Repairs: $1,700,000

The RiverCentre experienced an estimated $19 million lost gross revenue due to the pandemic. Most funds previously allocated to capital repairs and equipment were used to support the day-to-day operation of the City-owned facility in 2021-2022. Due to this, no funds were available for repairs to the RiverCentre Parking Ramp. ARP funds were used for immediate repairs needed for this City-owned ramp. This included repairs to the beams and columns, concrete repairs to the pedestrian walkways, helixes, and the eight parking levels, as well as a more comprehensive condition review comparing previous year’s assessments to determine the comparative level of deterioration of the parking ramp. Finally, it included replacing the failing security camera and emergency notification system, that over the past 20 years has experienced the same deterioration as the concrete.

Library Staff Restoration: $1,277,956

Funds restored 12.5 FTE Library staff positions that were eliminated due to the COVID-19 pandemic, so that the City's libraries can resume open hours to preCOVID-19 pandemic levels.

Parks Staff Restoration: $3,638,809

Funds restored 24.93 FTEs for Parks and Recreation that were reduced due to the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically expanding staff hours at Recreation Centers and Aquatics Facilities for the period of 7/1/2021 to 12/31/2024.

Police LECPA: $124,014

Funds covered the 2021 costs for the Police Department's (SPPD) Law Enforcement Career Path Academy (LECPA). Community Engagement Cadets participate in LECPA, a feeder program into a career in law enforcement. Community Engagement Cadets engage in the community in a variety of ways utilizing COVID-19 protocols to maintain a safe environment. They interact with youth at police activity league events at the City’s local recreational centers. They assisted with events such as Shop with a Cop and Safe Summer Nights, to build trust between the Police department and community. They also partnered with the Sanneh Foundation and local food shelves to provide healthy food to individuals in need during the ongoing pandemic. This program addresses youth unemployment in our community and opportunities for career advancement.

Recognition Pay: $661,183

To ensure adequate staffing for the delivery of City services, certain employees were eligible to receive a lump sum payment if they remained employed by the City for durations specified in respective memorandums of understanding. The lump sum payments were equivalent to 1.5-4% of the respective employee’s base salary based on annual earnings.

Budget Stabilization: $8,527,382

This project helps to stabilize the City's budget by replacing a General Fund transfer to Public Works for mill and overlay program expenses with SLFRF funding, thereby reducing General Fund expenses. The mill and overlay budget spending is primarily for general professional services, other services, and street maintenance materials.

DSI License Services: $340,299

This proposal is to provide economic relief to businesses by reducing the annual license fees for those impacted by the vaccination mandate that was in place through a Mayoral Executive Order responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. The reduction proposed is 25%. License fees are invoiced upon the renewal date and therefore received throughout the year. Additionally, this segment of businesses will not incur the 15% license fee increase which the City Council approved as part of the 2022 budget.

Police Academy Pilot:  $2,070,000

Funds support a pilot program allowing the Police Department to hold two academies annually to increase the number of deployable officers. Currently, the Police Department holds one academy per year. As a result, when officers leave throughout the year, the total number of deployable officers declines and those vacancies are not filled until hiring another academy occurs. This pilot allowed Police to run two smaller academies during the year to address the decline in deployable officers more quickly.

Parking Fund Stabilization: $2,000,000

COVID-19 event cancellations and work from home protocols gutted the revenues of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of the City’s HRA Parking Enterprise Fund and the HRA World Trade Center Parking Enterprise Fund. Due to the impact of COVID-19 there was a 75% decline and more than $14 million in lost net operating income in 2020-2021 based on 2019 actuals. SLFRF funds ensure continued operations and maintenance of our parking system through investments in maintenance and security upgrades.

ARP Administration: $838,745

Effective administration of the ARP funding is vital for the successful implementation of these resources. Funds support the City's management of ARP SLFRF, including in the areas of legal, financial, procurement, human resources, technology, and consulting needs.

• Local Today: https://localtoday.news/mn/st-paul-mayor-announces-4-65-million-for-business-co-ops-artists-home-repairs-and-sewage-fees-for-restaurants-twin-cities-79825.html
• Pioneer Press: https://www.twincities.com/2022/11/10/st-paul-mayor-announces-4-65-million-for-business-co-ops-artists-home-repairs-and-restaurant-sewer-fees/
• St. Paul Website: https://www.stpaul.gov/news/mayor-carter-announces-465-million-new-investments-community-businesses-low-income-families

• Pioneer Press: https://www.twincities.com/2022/10/07/youth-basketball-in-st-paul-sees-nearly-40-percent-registration-increase-city-to-waive-fees-for-kids-9-to-18/

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• KSTP: https://kstp.com/kstp-news/top-news/st-paul-city-leaders-to-announce-new-neighborhood-safety-efforts-friday/
• KARE11: https://www.kare11.com/video/news/crime/new-program-focuses-on-making-st-paul-streets-safer/89-715aa5a9-a035-43eb-9677-a19e7a2cf837
• CBS: https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/project-peace-announced-in-st-paul-with-aim-to-stop-crimes-before-they-happen/
• Pioneer Press: https://www.twincities.com/2022/07/15/st-paul-mayor-melvin-carter-klobuchar-smith-roll-out-10-million-in-public-safety-efforts/
• Star Tribune: https://m.startribune.com/st-paul-to-use-federal-covid-aid-to-boost-community-first-public-safety-work/600190605/?clmob=y&c=n&clmob=y&c=n

• https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/mccollum-saint-paul-police-department-celebrate-distribution-new-radios

• WCCO: https://www.audacy.com/wccoradio/news/local/st-paul-announces-usd15-million-in-workforce-investments
• Star Tribune: https://www.startribune.com/st-paul-ramsey-county-direct-24-8m-in-covid-aid-toward-workforce-development/600189962/
• Pioneer Press: https://www.twincities.com/2022/07/13/st-paul-ramsey-county-partner-on-24-8-million-in-investments-for-young-workers/

• KARE11: https://www.kare11.com/amp/article/news/politics/saint-paul-expands-guaranteed-income-project/89-aedff910-63f0-451e-96f6-d5e5a8997d4b
• Pioneer Press: https://www.twincities.com/2022/06/29/st-paul-basic-income-experiment-500-month-checks-college-money/amp/
• Star Tribune: https://m.startribune.com/st-paul-plans-second-wave-of-500-monthly-checks-for-low-income-families/600186402/

• MPR News: https://www.mprnews.org/story/2022/07/13/st-paul-expands-efforts-to-replace-lead-water-lines
• KARE11: https://www.kare11.com/video/news/local/federal-money-allocated-to-help-replace-lead-pipes-in-st-paul/89-40768d45-827b-4db8-ab7a-8cf4575eb692
• Pioneer Press: https://www.twincities.com/2022/03/28/if-funding-allows-st-paul-regional-water-to-replace-lead-pipes-in-26000-homes-in-next-10-years/
• WCCO: https://www.audacy.com/wccoradio/news/local/st-paul-receives-usd14-5-million-to-replace-lead-water-pipes
• KSTP: https://kstp.com/kstp-news/local-news/14-5m-in-federal-funding-to-cover-lead-pipe-replacement-project-in-st-paul/
• Star Tribune: https://www.startribune.com/st-paul-getting-14-5-million-from-feds-to-replace-lead-water-pipes/600160154/
• KARE11: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/breaking-the-news/st-pauls-lead-free-campaign-offers-lead-pipe-replacement-free-of-charge/89-4103a1e5-2ee5-4aef-8321-d8a669cb0649

• Pioneer Press: https://www.twincities.com/2022/05/05/seven-st-paul-tourism-providers-to-share-4-5-million-in-federal-relief-grants/amp/
• Pioneer Press: https://www.twincities.com/2022/02/23/st-paul-city-council-dedicates-4-5-million-to-benefit-tourism-industry/
• Star Tribune: https://www.startribune.com/st-paul-launches-4-5m-tourism-recovery-grant-program/600156518/

• https://results4america.org/tools/arp-dashboard/ (The St. Paul Right Track project is called out in the Notable Projects tab)