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Mayor Melvin Carter
Melvin Carter is the 46th, and first African-American mayor of the City of Saint Paul, Minnesota’s Capital City.
A fifth-generation Saint Paul resident, Mayor Carter leads with an unapologetic equity agenda. Since taking office in 2018, his accomplishments include raising the city’s minimum wage to $15/hour; tripling free programs in rec centers; eliminating late fines in public libraries; reestablishing an Affordable Housing Trust Fund; expanding immigrant & refugee support resources, and launching an Office of Financial Empowerment. One signature initiative is CollegeBound Saint Paul, Mayor Carter’s plan to start every child born in the city with a $50 College Savings Account, starting January 1, 2020.
City Council
As the legislative body, the City Council is responsible for setting City policy through ordinances and resolutions. The Council also has sole responsibility for adopting the City’s budget. The Council legislates by passing Ordinances which become City laws. The Council also makes performance auditing decisions and monitors the operation and performance of city agencies and holds regular oversight hearings on city departments to determine how programs are working and whether budgeted funds are being spent well. In its decision-making roles, the City Council actively involves the public through its weekly public meetings.
Departments
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Latest News
RELEASE: Saint Paul’s 2026 Park Permit Lottery is Now Open
Saint Paul residents and businesses can apply to enter the 2026 park permit lottery online or over the phone from now until 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 18 with permits being issued beginning on Jan. 2, 2026 to lottery entrants.
Read MoreGnome Scavenger Hunt
Solve the clues to hone in on the Gnome's park location, once you find them, share a selfie using #stpgnometakeover (without giving away the location!) Enjoy the outdoors and explore Saint Paul parks with this family-friendly, self-led activity.
Read MoreFederal Changes to Temporary Protected Status
What to do if you are affected by recent federal changes to Temporary Protected Status.
Read MoreSmall Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday is on November 29, 2025. With over 7,300 small businesses across Saint Paul, local entrepreneurs are the heartbeat of our city. We’re investing in one another by choosing to shop, dine, and explore locally. When we support our neighbors’ shops, we’re strengthening our economy, growing opportunity, and building a more vibrant and connected community.
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