In February, the Metropolitan Council made appointments to three regional advisory groups: Equity Advisory Committee, Transportation Advisory Board, and Transportation Accessibility Advisory Committee.

The council relies on these committees to help develop solutions to regional challenges and bring diverse perspectives to inform our policymaking and operations.

Equity Advisory Committee

Members of the Equity Advisory Committee discuss regional policy.This committee advises the council in its work to advance equity in the metro region. It helps ensure that residents and communities are full partners in making the decisions that affect them. The goal is to create more equitable outcomes for the people who live and work here.

Eight of the appointees represent a geographic district; their terms run through January 2024:

To read more information go to: https://metrocouncil.org/News-Events/Council-News/Newsletters/New-advisory-committee-members-2020.aspx

CollegeBound Saint Paul, a new college savings account program for Saint Paul families is looking to recruit the first cohort of Programs Ambassadors. Help strengthen your community by helping us recruit Program Ambassadors that reflect the diverse community of Saint Paul.

Reminder:

Ambassadors are community leaders that reside in Saint Paul, that will help CollegeBound Saint Paul get the word out to the communities they are already connected to:

• The commitment is for a year and you would get support from myself and other program staff to help you make this fit for your work.
• You will help make sure families in your community are aware of the program and take advantage of it.
• You would receive a small stipend of $100 a month or $1200 for the year.
• We put your name and bio on our website and program materials, and you have a special lunch with the Mayor.

UPDATE:

We are EXTENDING our application deadline to Sunday, March 15^th, 2020 by 5:00PM

AND, you no longer have to email for a link for the application

Here’s a link to apply.

CollegeBound Saint Paul Program Outreach Ambassadors are leaders like you! Ambassadors engage families and communities through grassroots outreach and engagement efforts.  

CollegeBound Saint Paul Program Ambassadors will:

• Join the CollegeBound Saint Paul community of champions, ambassadors, and community partners to help strengthen our community
• Raise awareness of the program by hosting and facilitating events and talking to the families in their communities about CollegeBound Saint Paul
• Lead the work by attending trainings and taking part in leadership development opportunities
• Activate their communities through connections and trusted relationships with families to build a pathway to a brighter future for families and the city.

Apply today!

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Get Help With Small Repairs

Are you 60 and older and looking for help with small repairs or projects around the house? East Side Elders has volunteers who are ready to help! Contact us at 651-683-2326 or Info@EastSideElders.org today.

6 weeks of FREE training at Twin Cities R!SE
February 24th ,2020!
Mon – Thurs, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM

• OSHA 30 General Manufacturing Certification w/ blueprint reading
• Electricity, Construction & General facility/warehouse operations & basic use of hand tools
• Employer Introductions
• Emotional Intelligence & Personal Empowerment Training
• Career Development & Preparation
• Resume Creation & Interview Prep
• Boiler’s prep and License

Participants who successfully complete the training will be interviewed for DIRECT HIRE positions with employers

• Starting pay: $17 – $24/hr DOQ
• Shift: Varies
• HS Diploma or GED required
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Misdemeanors are evaluated on a case by case basis
• Must have valid Driver’s License OR the ability to obtain DL
• Must be able to pass a general physical exam & a drug screening prior to employment.

Join us for an information session: Tuesdays 10AM OR Fridays 2PM
Contact YENG MOUA: 651-334-1277 or YMoua@twincitiesrise.org

visit www.twincitiesrise.org for more information

Dayton’s Bluff Neighborhood Housing Services

From this website: http://www.dbnhs.org/Services?fbclid=IwAR19SZ6FKOFU_wpFcxHXl-9JOwxI5oqdy5JBk4Q-tsQ3qWJC16Yrh_7B720

“Purpose: Low interest loans to resident homeowners for housing renovation

Eligibility:
      *Residence: Applicants must own and occupy the property
      *Income Limit: Gross household income must be below income limit shown in the    chart below. All income sources from all household members are included in the gross income calculation. Income limits are updated annually.
      *Property Type: Single family, duplex, triplex and fourplex properties are eligible.

Loan Terms: Monthly payment based on income and rehab loan amount.

Interest Rate: Interest rates are currently 1%, 2%, or 3%, depending on household income.


The DBNHS Revolving Loan Process should be reviewed before sending in an application and/or prior to the rehab loan appointment. This form is included in the DBNHS Loan Application.  You can schedule an appointment by calling the office at (651) 774-6995 or by sending an e-mail to:  slarson@dbnhs.org“

Online form to fill out and more information

http://www.dbnhs.org/Services?fbclid=IwAR19SZ6FKOFU_wpFcxHXl-9JOwxI5oqdy5JBk4Q-tsQ3qWJC16Yrh_7B720

Saturday, May 2, 2020 at 11 AM – 6 PM

Sumo Egg Rolls 1590 Whitebear Avenue, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55106

Sumo Egg Rolls is proud announce Eastside’s first food truck festival.

This year, we will plan to have over a dozen food trucks/trailer at your finger tips.

Come and vote which food truck is your favorite!!! One food truck will take home the grand prize of being trophy “Eastside #1 Food Truck 2020”.

Food Truck Confirmed:
1) Sumo Egg Rolls – Most Variety Egg Rolls
2) Egg Roll Queen – Egg Roll Queen
3) Fire Cream – Worlds MOST Delicious Fried Ice Cream
4) FatHouse & QabMib – Candy Pork-Belly-icious
5) Twin Cities Pita – Gyro
6) Steven D’s – Burgers, Fries & More
7) Original Hockey Mom Brownies – Brownies
8) Cafe Cairo – Mediterranean Cuisines
9) Mansetti’s Italian Cruisine – Pizza
10) Urban Sub Truck – Subs
11) Thai Thai – Best Thai Food in Town
12) Smooth Move – Fresh Smoothies
13) El Pariente – Taco Cuisines
14) I’mPastaBowl – KING’S Pasta by Chi Lee & Joban Hang
15) MSP Pretzel – Pretzels