Grand Opening of North End Community Center
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Grand opening of the North End Community Center
Funding and development of the new facility
Sustainability features including geothermal and solar
Community impact and social connection for North End residents
The importance of parks and recreation facilities for youth
Recognition of project team, architects, and staff
Rice Street improvement plans
Notable Quotes (2)
Minnesota is a donor state when it comes to federal tax dollars. So, we got $5 million returned to this community.
I shudder to think about what we tell our children when they have to get on a bus or get in a car and go a half hour to some other community to find the type of high quality amazing spaces that we ought to be providing for them right at home.
People (7)
Introduced the project vision and recognized key project staff members.
Secured $5 million in federal funding for the project.
Shared personal history with St. Paul rec centers and emphasized local ownership.
Secured $6 million in state funding for the center.
Advocated for North End investment; emphasizes neighborhood equity.
Long-time advocate for the project; oversaw neighborhood integration.
Supported funding and noted future Rice Street improvements.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- North End Community Center Grand Opening, Rice Street