Overview of primary non-English language selection
Federal guidelines identify LEP languages as languages that are spoken by at least 1,000 LEP residents living in Saint Paul or 5% of the LEP population, whichever is fewer. Based on data collected from a variety of sources, including the Saint Paul Public Schools and the U.S. Census Bureau, the City’s primary non-English language groups include, but are not limited to, Spanish, Hmong, Karen, and Somali.
Saint Paul's primary languages are based on a review of available population and language data, and consistently, the top three languages are Spanish, Hmong, Karen, and Somali (not necessarily all in this order). Depending on the source and the year the data was collected, these four languages appear at the top, sometime with Spanish ranking number one and other time ranking number two, followed by either Hmong or Somali or Karen.
As a starting point, the City has identified its primary language groups to be Spanish, Hmong, Karen, and Somali. Primary language groups may change as new data is collected.
Individuals may still request for interpretation services and translation of vital documents in other languages free of charge.
Sources for Language Determination
Alert: Department Phones Information
While many city services remain available, some may be temporarily delayed or disrupted due to limited system access at this time. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to bring systems fully back online.
How to Contact HREEO
As we continue fully restoring communications platforms across the City, we are experiencing slower than typical responses with our phone lines. For faster service, please contact us at:
- Email: Contact-HREEO@ci.stpaul.mn.us
Phone: 651-266-8966
Please note: City staff are currently not accessible through direct phone lines. Please use email to contact individual staff members. If you don't have a direct email, please use the department email listed above.
If you're experiencing an emergency, call 911.