Ward 2 - Rebecca Noecker

Welcome to the homepage of Ward 2 Councilmember Rebecca Noecker. She represents the neighborhoods of West 7th Street, the West Side, Summit Hill, Railroad Island, Lowertown, and the Downtown business district. She currently serves as President of the City Council, and is the Chair of the Council Operations Committee, Policy Committee, and Audit Committee.

Last Edited: April 2, 2026

About Ward 2

Ward 2 includes the neighborhoods of West 7th Street, the West Side, Summit Hill, Railroad Island, Lowertown, and the Downtown business district. The Ward is shaped by its proximity to the Mississippi River. Harriet Island Regional Park, Lilydale Park, and the Mississippi National River Recreation Area are located on the banks of the river in Ward 2.

View a map of the ward as of January 2023.

Welcome to Ward 2

Community Conversations

These gatherings are a chance to share your ideas, ask questions, or raise concerns in a relaxed setting. All are welcome!

Ward 2 Community Conversation with Special Guest Ward 3 Councilmember Saura Jost
Tuesday, April 28
4 - 5 PM
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church (Fellowship Hall) @ 700 Snelling Ave S, St. Paul, MN 55116

We hope to see you there!

Ward 2's May Community Conversation will be on Tuesday, April 28 from 4pm-5pm at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church

Our Ward 2 Annual Meeting will serve as our May Community Conversation, click here to RSVP!

The Ward 2 Annual Meeting is scheduled for Thursday May 14 from 5:30-7pm at Neighborhood House (179 Robie Street East - Room 272 - Saint Paul, MN 55107)

2026 Community Conversations Archive

March: Robert Street Reconstruction @ Girl Scouts River Valleys on the West Side
February: Connecting with Eastside Neighbors @ Dayton’s Bluff Recreation Center
January: City's Response to ICE @ Mississippi Market - W 7th

2025 Community Conversations Archive

December: A Conversation on DEI in the City of Saint Paul with Tyrone Terrill, President of the African American Leadership Council @ Hallie Q Brown Community Center
November: Connecting with Railroad Island Neighbors @ Caydence Coffee
October: Connecting with Summit Hill Neighbors @ Russell's Saint Paul
September: Ward 2 Budget Meeting @ Baker Community Center/WSCO
August: Connecting with West Siders @ the Minnesota Boat Club
July: Connecting with Downtown Neighbors @ Keys Cafe
June: Open Forum @ Wabasha Brewing
May: Ward 2 Annual Meeting @ El Rio Vista Recreation Center
April: With City of Saint Paul Chief Resilience Officer Russ Stark regarding the 'New West 7th' Corridor Concept @ West 7th Community Center
March: With Senior Judge John H. Guthmann @ Linwood Recreation Center
February: General Q&A with City of Saint Paul Public Works Department (virtual)
January: Upcoming Contruction Projects happening on Saint Paul's West Side (virtual)

2026 Downtown Action Series Meetings

Join fellow neighbors for the 2026 Downtown Action Series, an ongoing initiative led by Council President Rebecca Noecker that brings community members together to stay informed, connected, and engaged around the future of downtown Saint Paul.

This series of public meetings provides regular updates and opportunities for dialogue around implementation of Saint Paul’s Downtown Investment Strategy, along with related projects, policies, and partnerships shaping downtown. Whether you’re a downtown resident, business owner, employee, or simply care about downtown’s future—your engagement matters.

Together, we’ll share updates, hear from partners across sectors, and create space for collaboration and problem-solving as we continue building a more vibrant, inclusive, and thriving downtown. Please feel free to share this invitation and bring others who care about downtown’s future—the more people at the table, the stronger our path forward.

Let’s keep shaping the future of downtown—together. We hope to see you there.

All meetings are held on Thursdays at Union Depot (214 4th Street East) from 4:30–6:00 PM.

April 23

June 18

August 27

October 15

December 10

RSVP for our 2026 Meeting Series here: https://forms.office.com/g/BnTA0F52Bq

2025 Downtown Action Series Meeting Notes

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2025.10.16 Downtown Action Series - Meeting 3 Chart.pdf (328.91 KB)

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2025.06.26 Downtown Action Series - Meeting 1 Chart.pdf (115.76 KB)

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"A Downtown Debate - The Future of St. Paul"

Join the conversation as city and business leaders come together to discuss how we can revitalize downtown St. Paul, hosted by FOX 9 and streamed from the Saint Paul Hotel.

From filling office towers and energizing storefronts to reimagining the skyway system, big ideas are on the table for downtown’s future. Council President Rebecca Noecker joined fellow leaders for a candid conversation about how we can build on downtown’s strengths and make it a vibrant, welcoming place for residents and visitors alike.

Watch here on YouTube