City Appoints Three New Commissioners

Roseville City Council appointed three new residents to fill various commission vacancies. The new commissioners will serve three-year terms, beginning April 1.

The three new City Commissioners for the Finance, Parks and Recreation and Public Works Environment and Transportation (PWET) commissions may come from many different experiences, but their desire to serve their community is bringing them together. &n...

Join a Commission - Apply Today

Why should you apply to become a City of Roseville Board Commissioner? We can't answer that for you, but these phenomenal City commissioners sure can. Take a look below and see if you would like a "seat at the table."

There are three open commissioner positions open in the City of Roseville. 

• Finance Commission
• Parks and Recreation Commission
• Public Works, Environment, and Transportation (PWET) Commission

Application deadline is March 7, 2022. In order to be consi...

City of Roseville Continues Work to Rename City Park

At its January 31 meeting, Roseville City Council offered input to the Parks and Rec Commission on renaming Pocahontas Park to better reflect aspects of the City. The Commission began looking into the issue after residents raised concerns over the issue.

City policy states that City Parks be named after natural habitat, geographic location or appropriate nondescript terminology, such as acronyms or the joining of two words, names or activities. Only under “certain and exceptional circumstances” will consi...

City Council recognizes February as Black History Month in the City of Roseville

The City of Roseville celebrates Black History Month as an opportunity to uplift the stories and achievements of Black Americans who have influenced systemic change.

The City of Roseville City Council voted unanimously to recognize February 2022 as Black History Month in the City of Roseville. 

"The City of Roseville celebrates Black History Month as an opportunity to uplift the stories and achievements o...

2022 City Budget Finalized and Approved

On December 6, Roseville City Council adopted the 2022 budget. The $58.1 million budget is supported by $24.8 million in property tax revenues and is the result of a months-long process that started in April, 2021.

City Manager Pat Trudgeon is pleased with the collaborative efforts involved in the creation of this year’s budget proposal. 

I appreciate the effort of the public and council for taking a look at this budget from a holistic perspective,” Trudgeon...

Roseville Fire Ramps Up Emergency Services

All of the pieces are starting to come together for a first-in-the-state approach to advanced life support. This spring, the City of Roseville Fire Department began “phase three” of services that they can provide during critical and life-saving moments.

What is Advanced Life Support (ALS)?

Advanced Life Support, or ALS, is basically a set of tools that Roseville Fire paramedics have at their disposal—from medications to equipment. These new tools are expected to improve the outcomes of serious incidents w...

Q&A with Fire Chief David Brosnahan

Chief David Brosnahan has been the head of Roseville Fire since June, 2021. We caught up with him to talk about his favorite part of being a fire fighter, and why you [probably] won’t see him in a bouncy house any time soon.

What made you want to become a firefighter? 

Chief Brosnahan: I started with the Roseville fire department back in 2003 as a paid on-call firefighter. I was a sophomore in college at Hamline University and actually at the time, I wanted to be a jo...

City Releases All-Department Equity and Inclusion Report

The City released its 2021 All-Department Equity update to City Council at the regular Council meeting on Monday, May 23.

Each City department leader spoke about how their departments have focused on helping Roseville achieve its goal where, "the predictability of success is not based on race or ethnicity."

It takes hard work and consistency to get the results we wa...

Longtime Roseville Parks and Recreation Director set to retire

Parks and Recreation Director Lonnie Brokke will retire after 32 years of service to the Roseville Community.

Brokke began his job with Roseville in 1990 as Roseville’s Park and Recreation Assistant Director and was promoted to Parks and Recreation Director in 2002. 

During his tenure, Brokke has made several notable accomplishments, from the con...

Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Public Meeting

On Tuesday, May 24th, Public Works Environmental Manager Ryan Johnson will present the MS4 Update on storm water projects the City completed in 2021 and look to the future of 2022 and beyond.

The meeting will be held Tuesday, May 24 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, during the Public Works, Environment, and Transportation (PWET) Commission meeting. 

"Storm water and lakes are so important to Roseville’s Comprehensive Surface Water Manage...

Orange Cone Update: Road Construction in the City of Roseville

Most Minnesotans are aware of our two seasons – Snowplow Season and Construction Season. With winter behind us, here are some construction updates that might impact your drive-time or jogging route.

The City is replacing two areas of water mainline pipe this summer. Both have an expected construction schedule from May to the end of June.  

• Lexington Avenue from County Road C to Woodhill Drive.
• County Road B from Merrill Street to Lexington Ave...

City Solicits Request for Proposals for Community-Wide Visioning Process

The City of Roseville, Minnesota invites proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a community-wide visioning process.

Roseville Explorer Program Accepting New Registrations

The City of Roseville is expanding it's Fire explorer program, and invites all those interested in a career in emergency medical services, to find out more!

This is where I got my passion in firefighting," says Reilly Keenan, a Roseville fire fighter. "I always thought I wanted to be a fire fighter, but the explorer program, being out with the crews and training, that's what solidified it f...

City declares May 11-15 National Police Week

To honor the efforts of The Roseville Police Department, City Council proclaimed May 11-15 to be National Police Week, and May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day.

Embedded Social Workers Join RPD’s Community Action Team

Similar to a model initiated in Maplewood in April of 2021, Roseville now has a Ramsey County Social Worker onsite in the Roseville Police Department, with another social worker expected to start in May of 2022.

Nicole Paradise joined Roseville Police in January 2021 as the first Embedded Social Worker (ESW) in the department. Nicole brings more than 15 years of social service experience and is already a tremendous asset to the team. Nicole spends a significant a...

City of Roseville Supports “No Mow May”

On Monday, April 25, City Council supported a council member-initiated item to support residents who wish to participate in “No Mow May.” Local ordinances pertaining to lawn maintenance are temporarily suspended until June 1.

No Mow May is a community initiative, started almost a decade ago in the United Kingdom. The program encourages property owners to limit lawn mowing practices during the month of May to provide early season foraging resources for pollinators that emerge i...

Mosquito Control Activity to Begin Around Roseville

Metropolitan Mosquito Control District has just begun its season. Residents may see trucks, helicopters, or staff with identifiable “Mosquito Control” apparel in neighborhoods and parks.

Every spring after the snow melts and as temperatures rise, mosquito larvae is found in ponds and wetlands around the Twin Cities. The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD) will be conducting surveillance and treatment activities in Roseville to r...

Council approves new precinct maps

As part of the state-wide redistricting done by the State of Minnesota every ten years, the City established new precinct boundaries and polling places at its March 21 City Council meeting.

The revised precinct map adds one more precinct to the City of Roseville.

Staff worked with Ramsey County to identify polling locations for each of the 11 precincts in accordance with the guidelines set up by the state to ensure citizens have equi...

City Welcomes Minnesota Contemporary Quilters Exhibit

Through April, the Minnesota Contemporary Quilters will share their labors of love with the community. You can stop by to see these works of art Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

A lot of groups slowed down the last few years because of COVID, but not so for the Minnesota Contemporary Quilters group. 

When we all had to be in our homes, many people had to spend much more time at home, says group member Wynn Martin. "W...

Ending Human Trafficking: Education, Enforcement and Off-ramping

In an ongoing effort to ensure that city proclamations are backed by concrete action and resource support, the City of Roseville wishes to highlight renewed efforts to bring awareness to human trafficking in the city, and beyond.

These approaches are championed by the Roseville Police Department and take a victim-centered approach to the enforcement of human trafficking. Roseville Police Sex Crimes Detective and the Roseville Police Community Action Team (CAT) continue to investig...

Mayor, Council present "State of the City" address

In this year’s State of the City Address, Mayor Dan Roe, City Council members, and City of Roseville staff co-created a video presentation that reviews the work of the City through our long-held community aspirations.

Ramsey County is offering housing payment assistance

The Ramsey County Homeownership Preservation Program (RCHPP) assists homeowners at 80% area median income (AMI) or below in suburban Ramsey County (excluding the City of St. Paul) with past due housing payments due to COVID-19 related financial issues.

Eligible payments include mortgage, homeownership association (HOA) dues, water bills, homeowner’s insurance and property taxes. Expenses must have occurred after January 23, 2020. Total amount awarded cannot exceed $35,000. Residents can call th...

Wild's Matt Dumba hosts kids at Roseville's Guidant John Rose MNOVAL for Hockey Without Limits

Matt Dumba sported a big smile Monday morning as he sauntered onto the ice at the Guidant John Rose Minnesota Oval in Roseville for his annual Hockey Without Limits Camp.

It might be the only positive thing to come out of him missing crucial playing time.

“This is an awesome way to spend the day,” Dumba said. “To be out here with the kids and see the smiles on their faces makes it all worth it....

THREE openings for City of Roseville Commissioner vacancies

If you’re looking to make a positive change in Roseville, then we encourage you to apply to serve as a City of Roseville Commissioner.

Commissioners serve as advisors to our City Council and City staff. With 7 commissions to choose from, there is a good chance that of finding a commission that will be a good fit for your passions and talents.

Don't Delay - The City Needs You!

A co...

City Council Approves Conversion Therapy Ban

In a unanimous decision November 8, City of Roseville council members voted to ban “conversion therapy” within the city.

In a unanimous decision November 8, City of Roseville council members voted to ban conversion therapy within the city.

Conversion therapy is a practice used to try to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity. It is most often practiced on mi...

Roseville is Open to Business

If one of your resolutions in 2022 is to improve your business or get your business idea off the ground, the City of Roseville and Ramsey County are offering their expertise to you.

Noah Her is a business advisor for the Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers Open to Business program through Ramsey County. Open to Business provides free, confidential business counseling to current and prospective entrepreneurs. Comi...

City of Roseville hosts legislators to tour MN OVAL for funding proposal

This week, state lawmakers from the House Capital Investment Committee toured The MN OVAL to learn more about a bonding proposal to fund essential upgrades trimmed from the 2019/2020 bonding bill.

The request includes financing for aging infrastructure and renovations to bathroom facilities that will improve access and accessibility.

Because of legislative support, $3.9 million was included in the 2020 bonding bull for repairs to the MN OVAL.

Watch o...

The History of Black Health and Wellness: Improving Health Care Equity in Roseville

This year, the focus of Black History Month centers around the theme of Black Health and Wellness, and it could not come at a more appropriate time. Many of the city’s residents look forward after more than two years of the Covid-19 pandemic that has made...

Accelerated Emerald Ash Borer program moves forward

As the contractor prepares to begin the accelerated removal program for Emerald Ash Borer, you are invited to participate in a community conversation: Mar 29, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.

More Than Just a Summer Job: Apply with City of Roseville

Roseville Parks and Recreation Commissioner Greg Hoag encourages young people to consider working for a parks and recreation department, not just for the paycheck, but also as the first step into a rewarding career.

I would not be where I am at today if it weren’t for my first job at the City of Roseville,” claims Greg Hoag, a Roseville Parks and Recreation Commissioner and current manager of a neighboring parks and recreation department. Hoag sta...

Roseville Police respond to shooting near Lake Owasso

At approximately 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5, Roseville Police officers responded to a call involving multiple shots being fired.

Upon arrival, the suspect continued to shoot at officers and neighboring homes, striking an officer. The suspect was taken into custody. The officer and suspect were transferred for medical treatment. This incident is being investigated by the Bureau of C...

Pathways to Policing Program Diversifies RPD

For many years, the Roseville Police Department has intentionally worked toward building a department that reflects the community it serves. The Pathways to Policing program is one of several proactive talent recruitment measures.

In August of 2021, and again in November, RPD promoted two of the first Pathways to Policing participants to licensed Minnesota Peace Officers - Officer Liz Peterson and Officer Abdi Warsame. The Pathways to Policing program is funded through a grant with...

RAHS Hosts Breaking Down Barriers Event

In partnership with Roseville High School’s Black Student Union, on February 25th Roseville PD hosted its first Cops and Kids Event of the year. This event was part of the Breaking Barriers Initiative.

Breaking Barriers is a partnership between Roseville Area High School and The Roseville Police Department. 

The primary objective is to build positive relationships through team building activities and break down negative perceptions of police off...

Looking Back: Roseville Police Department’s First “Policewoman”

In 1961, female police officers represented roughly 2% of all police officers nationwide. This is the year that Roseville Police Officer Audrey Trudeau Sutherland was promoted to the position of “Policewoman.”

Officer Sutherland started her career as a Police Clerk in 1957. At this time, the Roseville Police Department consisted of 8 part-time officers and the headquarters was located in a Roseville basement. Sadly, retired Officer Trudeau passed in 2021 at the...

Roseville Receives Award for Innovative Drainage Ditch Improvement Project

In redeveloping the Twin Lakes area near the newly built Oasis apartment development (West of Snelling Avenue), the City wanted to improve the area aesthetically, environmentally, and for safety reasons. That’s why they created an underground pipe for dra...