East Side Newsbriefs

Mayor Chris Coleman and Finance Director Todd Hurley will host three community meetings to engage with residents ahead of the Mayor’s 2018 Budget Address.

Mendota Heights has been notified there is a blue-green algal bloom in Lake Augusta. People and pets are advised to stay out of contact with the water. 

This summer, June 13 through Aug. 26, free meals for kids will be available in St. Paul through the Summer Food Service Program. 

Inver Grove Heights is looking for photos to capture the spirit of the community. Here’s your chance to feature your photos in the city’s Insight Newsletter.

Dakota County recently launched a new iPhone app, making it easier to find important information about departments, services and events. The free app is now available to download from the Apple App Store. 

On June 26, the West St. Paul City Council accepted the first reading of a zoning ordinance amendment that would help distinguish farmers’ markets from seasonal outdoor sales at local businesses.

Are you passionate about food and nutrition? Ramsey County Food & Nutrition Commission is seeking candidates from the East Side as well as Maplewood, White Bear Lake and North St. Paul area to fill current openings on the commission.

The Metropolitan Council has openings on advisory committees for community members. The application window is open for terms beginning in Sept. 2017. Priority will be given to applications received by 5 p.m., Monday, July 17.

The city of St. Paul is now accepting applications for the second round of the 2017 Cultural STAR Program. Applications for this round are due by Friday, Aug. 25 at 4 p.m.

On Tuesday, June 20, the Dakota County Board of Commissioners voted to dissolve the Counties Transit Improvement Board (CTIB).