Metro area residents who want to help shape regional policy and services are invited to apply for one of several advisory committees to the Metropolitan Council. The Council relies on these committees to help develop solutions that best serve the entire region.

Metropolitan Council are seeking diverse perspectives – across geography, income, age, race and ethnicity, ability and life experiences – to inform our policy-making and operations. Visit our website for more information about the current committee vacancies and application process. Consider applying to serve on one of these four advisory groups:

Consider applying to serve on one of these four advisory groups:

·     Equity Advisory Committee

·     Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission

·     Transportation Accessibility Advisory Committee

·     Transportation Advisory Board

These are volunteer positions, but members are reimbursed for expenses related to their service, such as parking. Priority will be given to applications submitted by Friday, January 3. Visit the website for position information and the application process.

https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/Committees/Current-Committee-Vacancies.aspx

Apply for Census Jobs! Thousands of positions need to be filled.

YouTube Link

https://www.youtube.com/embed/Q_5OsnSJRy0?fbclid=IwAR3v2dAJTTBU9WIALzSG1biOzKA5m5Pmnbr4lMaM7sUPhwwiv0O9yZ4Vjw4

The Elder Cafe

Join us for Lunch and Entertainment at the Elder Cafe

When: 2nd Thursday of each month.  12:00 – 2:00, unless noted otherwise. Must RSVP

Where: 463 Maria Ave., St. Paul, MN  55106.

Admission is an $8 suggested donation for all guests.  Punch cards are available for purchase at the door.  Payment can be made by cash, check, or credit card.

All guests must RSVP by calling 651-683-2326 or emailing us at Info@EastSideElders.org.  Guests can also request transportation to the event on an accessible van.

Today will be a program theme of Malt Shop Melodies by Steve and Kristin. Music and singing from the 50s and 60s! You may even want to dance.

Needed in Ramsey County Some jobs start at $22 an hour. Check it out.

Click on the link. Click on the video.

https://2020census.gov/en/jobs.html?fbclid=IwAR0ABye8u4l30fqKCQIB8s74RhUxh67nAs9Rx5C8LecczWBEZDIkrC5bVhw

Click on the link below to find out more information about the Census in MN.

https://mn.gov/admin/2020-census/

Current job opening as of Dec. 17, 2019. Jobs may be taken after a few days, check with the City of Saint Paul, MN for more information.

https://www.stpaul.gov/sites/default/files/Media%20Root/Human%20Resources/12172019CityofSaintPaulJobOpenings.pdf

• Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 4 PM – 7 PM
• Metropolitan Council
• 390 Robert St N, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101

Public comment on the proposed Metro Transit Police Department use of body cameras.

See the draft policy (PDF): https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/Committees/Metropolitan-Council/2019/12-11-19/DRAFT-MTPD-Body-Worn-Camera-Policy-PC.aspx

Speak to the Met Council directly during the regularly scheduled Council meeting on January 8, 2020, which begins at 4:00 pm. To register to speak, call 651-602-1500 or email public.info@metc.state.mn.us.

Or submit comments by 5 p.m. on January 30, 2020 by:

• Mail: Metropolitan Council, Public Information, 390 N. Robert St, St. Paul, MN 55101

• Public comment line: 651-602-1500

• Email: public.info@metc.state.mn.us

• TTY: 651-291-0904

Following the public comment period, we will prepare a summary of comments and responses, along with the final version of the policy recommended for adoption by the Met Council. The item will be submitted for consideration of finalization by the Met Council in early 2020.

Must resister online, FREE until tickets are all gone.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2020-saint-paul-city-council-inaugural-registration-81600466191?utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&aff=esfb&utm-source=fb&utm-term=eventcard&fbclid=IwAR1wAn_EMTvcrBG_na69vso8qp2X9RdFasNokdP_tvfQ_tRkTm7EHq9kmQs

The Saint Paul City Council Inaugural Committee cordially invites you to attend the swearing-in ceremony and reception of our returning Councilmembers, Councilmember Dai Thao, Ward 1; Council Rebecca Noecker, Ward 2; Councilmember Chris Tolbert, Ward 3; Councilmember Mitra Jalali Nelson, Ward 4; Council President Amy Brendmoen, Ward 5; Councilmember Jane Prince, Ward 7, and newest Ward 6 Councilmember-elect Nelsie Yang.

This event is free and open to the public.* Space is limited so please RSVP as soon as possible. If you plan to reserve a seat for yourself and seats for members of your family or your organization, please make sure to include the full name of each person who is attending. If you are having a problem entering names for your group or organization, please email us at COUNCILRSVP@ci.stpaul.mn.us and be sure to include your contact information so that we may follow-up with you.

Special Accommodations: American Sign Language interpreting services will be provided to accommodate the hearing impaired. If you require mobility assistance or language interpretation in a language other than English, please include the language you will need interpreting. You may contact us at 651-266-8560 OR email COUNCILRSVP@ci.stpaul.mn.us should you have questions.

* This public event is paid for by contributions.