People For Paulsen Campaign (1) History of South St. Paul MN (2) Vision (3)
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People For Paulsen Campaign
(1) History of South St. Paul Minnesota
South St. Paul was settled first by small bands of Sioux Indians
under the leadership of Little Crow. In 1837, the Sioux gave up all land
east of the Mississippi and moved to its west banks, including South St.
Paul. Their village was in the South Park area of the city. By 1862,
however, most Indians were gone, and pioneers began entering the area and
started farming in the 1880's.
South St. Paul was incorporated in 1887. Early industries included
the stockyards, meat packing, Waterous engine works (which is still in
business) a barrel company, distillery and foundry. South St. Paul had the
regions first monorail, for a short time.
The peak population of 25, 016 people was in 1970. The current
population is
estimated at 20,211. By 1978, the stockyards and meat packing plants
started to decline, which led to a decline in population. The HRA has
spent 15 million dollars for demolition and site preparation to encourage
new businesses to settle in South St Paul, specifically the Bridgepoint
Business park along the river.
South St. Paul is unique in that many of the families here have
lived in the area for generations. It is not uncommon to find
great-grandchildren attending South St. Paul high school as their parents,
grandparents, and great-grandparents did. The two high-rises in South St.
Paul house a large number of senior citizens who were born here
According to a survey taken in 1998, most citizens of South St.
Paul feel that the cities image is either ok or somewhat outdated. They
feel that several steps need to be taken to improve South St. Paul image,
including improving the housing stock,
attracting more retail businesses, developing and improving the riverfront
and moving past the stockyards image, improving the overall image of the
area, including Concord street/exchange area, and promoting neighborhoods
and residents getting to know each other.
Most of the residents think we have good parks and recreational
facilities, but there is room for improvement, such as a riverwalk along
the Mississippi, and using Wakota arena and/or its parking lot for special
events.
Some things residents would be willing to pay more taxes for
include: biking/walking trails, improvements to parks, playgrounds, pools
and water parks, a golf course, a community center, or a community theater.
(2) Mr. Paulsen's vision for South St. Paul
Darrell Paulsen is committed to enhancing the quality of life in
South St. Paul and he will work to make sure that all citizens wishes are
heeded and that our city is headed in a direction that ensures future
growth, an improved image, and enhanced recreational opportunities for all
residents. He is especially concerned about the lack of after-school
activities for preteens and teens in our community.
Another issue that impacts our community is the Wakota Bridge
project, which may involve the possible relocation of Concord street
several hundred feet closer to the river, something many businesses along
Concord St. will object to. We all want a new bridge, but it is unfair to
ask existing businesses to forgo their visibility to facilitate the bridge.
(3) You may support Darrell in his Campaign for City Council by:
* Please make Checks Payable to: People for Paulsen Campaign
* Calling, Writing and Email the People for Paulsen Campaign
804 4th Street So. South St. Paul, Minnesota 55075
PPC/AF/00/29/02
Working For Change = Real Reform
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People For Paulsen Campaign
651 - 455 - 3202
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Working For Change = Real Reform
Prepared and paid for by:
People For Paulsen Campaign
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