District 1 News | July, 2019

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View this email in your browser July 2019 Eastview | Conway | Battle Creek | Highwood Hills Great Things Happening!  We've had a fabulous 2019 so far! In March, we welcomed new board members to our work and, with our current members, we many enthusiastic, active leaders. Youth Project Our youth interns completed a study on out-of-school program needs, and the team presented on their findings in June. The study will be up on our website soon. In addition, we hosted an evening of learning for families to learn about what they should look for in quality out-of-school programs.  McKnight Road Safety Study This summer, we have an intern from the University of Minnesota, Pei Yu Phua, who is spearheading a safety study of McKnight Road. There are many opportunities for you to volunteer.  Renters Invited! We are hosting a series of Renters Cookouts to build relationships with community tenants. Spread the word, and join us at these fun gatherings. Community Power Leadership Series A big part of our work is in building leadership among community members. Join us for our upcoming Community Power Series. Read more about it below. Please Donate! We haven't yet sent out a mailing with our year in review and donation request. But, please consider a donation to District 1. Your financial contribution help us cover the costs of things that can't be paid for out of our restricted City funds (such as drinking water for our office). They allow us to do more that we can now, and help us ensure a healthy future for our organization. We welcome donations in any amount.  Can't donate? Host a fundraiser! Sell baked goods and donate funds to D1, pass the hat at an event, sell lemonade, donate funds from a garage sale or hold a scavenger hunt. Have fun with it!   McKnight Road Safety Study Our community has raised concerns about safety along McKnight Road, and District 1 is leading a research project to gather pedestrian and bicyclist activity. Since starting this conversation, we have heard from many other residents about their concerns regarding the road - including concerns about car speeds and other pedestrian-related accidents. Volunteer for one of our many activities in July. Sign up for an observation session Volunteers are needed to provide observation at various intersections and report on the sites. Residents can sign up for 2-hour shifts via this link. Complete a survey Complete the McKnight Safety Survey Participate in our Walkability/BikeAbility Event! Saturday, July 13 9:00-11:00 am (Rain date, July 20) Participants will walk or roll down McKnight Road heading south, cross at Londin Lane, and return (on the opposite side of the road) to the McKnight/Villages intersection on the park side. The distance is just over two miles. Volunteers will be at each end for a check-in. Participants will be asked to complete a Survey based on the State of Minnesota's Let's Go Guide. We will start at Battle Creek Regional Park at the intersection of McKnight Road and Villages on McKnight - just south of Burns Avenue. Can't make it on a Saturday? Do the survey on your own and share it with us! We also have paper copies available. District 1 Renters Cookout #2 We want to hear about your vision for our community.   Chat with neighbors, enjoy the summer, share your ideas about our neighborhoods, and get involved!   Wednesday, July 24 5:30-7:30 pm District 1 Council Office 2105 1/2 Old Hudson Road  (Sun Ray Shopping Center) All are welcome. Childcare and bus tokens provided with advance notice. Community Power Leadership Series Power is your ability to act. Every successful social change movement in US history has had a key element of people power and mass direct action; abolition, women’s suffrage, workers, civil rights, global justice, and other recent movements.  How do we come together to build community power to make sure that we all have a voice in what's going on in our neighborhoods? Come to our first of four workshops to learn about your own ability to advocate. Future workshops will include information on Land Use through a racial equity lens, zoning, and economic development. All sessions will be interactive and are designed to provide an introduction to key issues. Building and Finding Your Own Power with Carlos Garcia-Velasco Monday, July 29      6:15-8:00 pm Location TBD Sign up on our website. The Highwood Performance Series New this summer! The Highwood Performance Series brings some of the state's finest performers to the District 1 community! Bring you blankets, chairs and a picnic for this series of free, family-friendly events outside the Highwood Hills Recreation Center, and: kids can enjoy a free children's art activity gather with friends, and make new ones Highwood Hills Recreation Center* 2192 Londin Lane, St. Paul, MN  55119 (behind the school) Wednesdays in August from 5:30 to 8:00 pm, performances begin just after 6:00 pm   Tentative schedule: August 7     Ensō Daiko Drumming, Taiko Arts Midwest August 14   Master Storytellers Beverly Cottman and Nothando Zulu August 21   Physical Clown Benjamin Domask & the Bollywood Dance Scene August 28   Somali Museum Dance Troupe performance and Exhibit     *The rain location is in the Highwood Hills Recreation Center gym. *If there is a heat advisory, we may reschedule that event for September. Information will be shared on our Facebook and website by 1:00 on that day.  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .    Interested in volunteering? We need help greeting and counting attendees, collecting surveys and helping with our kids art project. Sign up today! Volunteers Needed! Eastside Drop-Off Day - Saturday, September 14 Join us for this annual day of service!   The eastside Drop-Off Day will take place the second Saturday in September and we need your help to make it a success. Follow this link to our website to sign-up! Location: Harding High School parking lot Volunteer Shifts: 7:15 am-10:30 am and 10:15-1:30 pm Volunteer for one or both shifts. * All volunteers receive breakfast, lunch, refreshments and a voucher to drop off a free load of items. Committee Updates Land Use Committee The City of St. Paul shared concepts with us regarding the new playground at Eastview Recreation Center. We talked about Boys Totem Town. There is no news except that the facility is closing. Ramsey County Commissioner Jim McDonough will join us at the July board meeting to tell us this same information. Discussions about the Red Rock Terminal railroad issue continue. Work group meetings take place each month. Follow our website for information. Communications Committee We continue to work with our graphic designer on the logo. Please provide your insights on the logo design on our website. Interested in helping us with community outreach or tabling at events? Contact us to sign up. Upcoming Meetings and Events (See the Calendar on our web site for more info) All committee meetings run from 6:00-8:00 pm. Board meetings will continue to take place from 6:30-8:30 pm. Land Use Committee: Jul 1 & Aug 5, 6:00-8:00 pm (D1 Ofc) Communications Committee: Jul 8 & Aug 12, 6:00-8:00 pm  (D1 Ofc) Board Meeting: Jul 22, 6:00-8:30 pm,  Special guest presenter from 6:15-7:15, See More Perspective, Guest: Ramsey County Commissioner Jim McDonough, 7:30 pm, Battle Creek Rec Ctr, 75 Winthrop Street S, St. Paul > No meeting in August Boys Totem Town Work Group Meeting, July 11, 5:30-7:00 pm, D1 Ofc Coffee with Councilmember Prince, July 23, 2019: 9:00-11:00 am, El Guanaco Bakery & Cafe, 849 East 7th Street District 1 Renters Gathering, July 24, 5:30-7:30 pm, D1 Ofc Safe Summer Nights, July 18, 5:00-7:00 pm, Conway Rec Center, 2090 Conway St. Building and Finding Your Own Power, July 29, 6:15-7:30 pm, location TBD Submit ideas and events by the 20th of each month to district1council@gmail.com. Copyright © 2019 District 1 Community Council, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: 2105 1/2 Old Hudson Road St. Paul, MN  55119 651-578-7600 district1council@gmail.com District1Council.org