News Flash

Roseville Police News Release: Death Investigation

On November 5, 2025, at 1:57 PM, Roseville Police and Fire were dispatched to the 1600 block of County Road B2 after a customer reported seeing two people who appeared to be passed out in a vehicle.

When officers arrived, they located the vehicle and discovered a male and female inside who appeared to have been shot and were obviously deceased.  

A gun was recovered inside the vehicle. Based on the initial investigation, police do not believe...

Roseville Fire News Release: Structure Fire

Roseville firefighters responded to a house fire at 10 a.m. on Wednesday in the 2000 block of Snelling Avenue.

Crews arrived in approximately 4.5 minutes and found a one-story residence with a well-involved garage fire.  Crews performed search-and-rescue and fire attack, said Roseville Fire Chief David Brosnahan.

The fire was confined to the garage. No inj...

OVAL opening delayed due to warm temps, Cedarholm Golf Course still open

Roseville Parks and Recreation staff are making some scheduling adjustments in response to this week’s unseasonably warm temperatures.

Cedarholm Golf Course will remain open this week. Come out and enjoy our community's beautiful 9-hole golf course. Please make a tee time by booking online. Golfers may also call our Pro Shop to make reservations at 651-633-8337.

Unfortunately, th...

Roseville Police receive $500,000 federal grant to hire more officers

The Roseville Police Department has been awarded a $500,000 federal grant to help pay for four additional police officers to meet rising community demand for emergency services.

The Roseville City Council formally accepted the grant from the 2025 Department of Justice Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Program.  The COPS Hiring Program is a highly competitive grant designed to help law enforcement agencie...

Share Your Feedback: Roseville Bike Plan

The City of Roseville, in collaboration with Ramsey County and Roseville Area Schools, has drafted a bike plan with the goal of expanding our community’s bike network. 

The vision is to create a bicycle network that is safe, comfortable, and acces...

Roseville Fire Receives $3.9 Million FEMA Grant

The City of Roseville has been awarded a $3.9 million federal grant to help pay for 15 new firefighter positions to meet rising demand for emergency services.

The Federal Emergency Management Administration Staffing for Fire and Emergency Response Grant, also called the FEMA SAFER Grant, helps cover a portion of the new firefighters’ salaries for three years. In years one and two, FEMA covers 75% of t...

National Fire Prevention Week - Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home

Most of the electronics in our homes — smartphones, tablets, power and lawn tools, laptops, e-cigarettes, headphones, and toys — are powered by lithium-ion batteries.

If not used correctly or damaged, they can overheat and start a fire or explode.  

“Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” is the theme of 2025 Fire Prevention Week, which runs from October 5–11. This year’s focus on lithium...

City Council Sets Preliminary 2026 Budget and Tax Levy

Property taxes are one of the ways Roseville funds services including police, fire, streets, and parks. Each year, the City Council adopts a budget, which is the City’s overall spending plan for these services.

To pay for this budget, the Council sets a property tax levy, which is the amount of money the City collects from property owners. Property taxes comprise about 41% of the revenue that pays for the City budget.  Other sources of budget revenue in...

Maintenance Operations Center Update

The City of Roseville is moving forward with plans to build a new Maintenance Operations Center funded through a local sales tax as part of the City Hall campus.

In July, the City Council conferred with architects and selected a concept plan that best fits...

Roseville Celebrates Award for Excellence in Natural Resources Management

Nature lovers can explore forests, prairies, wetlands, and shoreline habitat all within the City of Roseville’s 680 acres of parks and open space.

That’s by design! Parks and city leaders have prioritized habitat restoration and preservation for more than a decade.  

Now, Roseville Parks and Recreation has been recognized for its Natural Resources Management Plan with an a...

The Vital Role of Roseville's Code Enforcement Team

Safety is the foundation of Dave Englund’s work. 

Englund is the City of Roseville’s Building Official. He oversees the city’s Code Enforcement Division in the Community Development Department.

His staff of six ensures...

All Roseville homeowners are eligible for up to $600 toilet rebate

Upgrade your bathroom with a new toilet, conserve water, and save money at the same time!

Roseville residents are eligible for a rebate on their water bill when they replace an old toilet with a new water-saving one. Every homeowner is eligible for 50% of ...

Roseville Fire Department hosts Senior Resource Fair on Sept. 30

Learn ways to protect your health, your home, and much more at the Senior Resource Fair.

The Roseville Fire Department will host a Senior Resource Fair on Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 9 a.m. to noon. The free event will be held at the Roseville Fire Station, 2701 Lexington Ave. N.

“This free event brings together a variety of resources in...

Roseville Leaders Consider Several 2026 Budget Scenarios

The Roseville City Manager presented the City Council with several budget scenarios for 2026, one of which maintains the status quo and others that prioritize bolstering the city’s police and fire departments to meet rising demand.

The scenarios incorporate strategies to mitigate rising costs, including applying for federal and state grants for public safety personnel, reducing expenses where possible, and introducing utility franchise fees. 

The City Council received the pr...

New art class designed for adult nature lovers sparks creativity

A new class is inspiring a group of residents to explore the wild beauty of Roseville's Parks and then channel those observations and the emotions they evoke into works of art.

“Art Night in Nature” is offered at the Harriet Alexander Nature Center about one Saturday a month for adults interested in exploring their creative side. 

The class is taught by mixed media artist and retired art teacher Sheila Elie, who now moon...

State Fair Parking Restrictions and Park and Ride Information

The Minnesota State Fair is coming soon! View the parking restrictions map and park and ride information.

State Fair Parking Restrictions

2025 Park & Ride Information

Park free and ride for free – serving 34 locations, most of which are close t...

Teens bring enthusiasm, energy to city volunteer events

Planting flowers at Central Park each May has blossomed into a spring tradition for twins Sophie and Olivia Martin.

The pair, who graduated from Roseville Area High School this year, started volunteering for the annual Blooming Boulevard planting event at Central Park in eighth grade. They enjoyed it so much they recruited their Lacrosse teammates to help in recent yea...

Roseville Parks irrigation expert has deep roots in the community

Roseville Parks and Recreation staffer Michael Gauger keeps Roseville’s parks and playing fields lush and green all summer long.

Michael maintains the city’s 16 irrigation systems, which include more than 250 water valves and more than 1,400 irrigation heads. He also works on the park’s electrical systems and other projects. 

“Working outside m...

Meet Roseville's New Fire Inspector

Steve Erickson helped save lives as a respiratory therapist for more than three decades. Nineteen of those years, he specialized in pediatrics.

Steve has joined the City of Roseville in another lifesaving role: as Roseville Fire Department Inspector. 

Steve oversees fire safety inspections for: 

• Commercial kitchens
• Rental properties
• Multifamily housing
• Hotels and motels
• New constructi...

Roseville Police release new information in unsolved homicide, ask for public’s help

The Roseville Police Department is releasing new information in the 1987 unsolved killing of a 22-year-old Roseville woman, and they’re asking for the public’s help to solve the case.

Sue Capistrant was discovered deceased behind a Roseville grocery store around 7:30 a.m. on April 8, 1987. The Ramsey County Medical Examiner determined the manner of death was homicide. 

Capistrant was last seen at her parents’ Roseville home, wh...

Roseville gymnast now guides young athletes

Ali Handford understands the practice and perseverance required to compete as a gymnast. She was on Roseville Parks and Recreation’s competition team for 6 years. Her strongest event was the uneven bars.

Ali now relies on that experience to coach gymnastics for Roseville. 

“It’s cool to see gymnastics through both of those lenses. I love being around kids, and I love seeing them try new skills,” Ali said.  

Al...

Longtime dance instructor helps her students tap into community

On Friday mornings for the past 30 years, Angel Benes has taught senior adult tap dance for Roseville Parks and Recreation.

Angel demonstrates the proper tap and brush steps to her students and teaches them playful dance routines to crowd-pleasing classics including “Big Spender” and “Mack the Knife.” 

But this group of women, wh...

Figure skating coach who learned to skate in Roseville guides a new generation

Vanessa Anderson first ventured onto the ice at the Roseville Skating Center at the age of three. The young figure skater charmed the crowd at her first Roseville Ice Show, performing to “Teddy Bear” by Elvis Presley.

“I fell in love with the sport. I made a bunch of friends. It was my second home growing up and a big part of my childhood,” said Vanessa, who skated competitively through high school 

She’s now teaching a new generation, including her own 8-year-...

Summer Road Work Update

This summer, Roseville Public Works contractors will rebuild or repair more than 5 miles of city roads as part of the 2025 Pavement Management Project.

The work will be focused in multiple neighborhoods around Roseville including Pascal St, Iona Ave, Woodb...

Police leaders propose 5-year staffing & operations plan

Roseville police officers responded to nearly 45,000 incidents in 2024 – an all-time high for the department.

Citing the record-high volume and the increased complexity of incidents, Roseville Police Department leaders have proposed a five-year staffing and operations plan to keep pace with community demand. 

Roseville Police Chief Erika Scheider and Depu...

Annual Water Quality Report

The city tests the water several times each year by collecting samples from residents’ homes. The City of Roseville purchases its water from St. Paul Regional Water Service. That water is distributed to Roseville homes and businesses through more than 100...

Love of nature sparks passion in Roseville volunteer

Stop by the nature center or arboretum at Roseville’s Central Park, you’re likely to run into Bill Kroona, planting flowers, trimming trees, or helping out with a community event.

Bill is a longtime Roseville resident and one of the city’s more dedicated volunteers, who specializes in nurturing our community’s natural areas.  

“I’ve always had a passion for gardening and nature,” said Bill, who studied forestry in college, ...

Childhood Gymnastics Class Springboards a Lifelong passion

Kristy Phillipi’s parents enrolled their 3-year-old daughter into the City of Roseville’s gymnastics program because they thought it would help her develop balance, strength and the fundamentals needed for other sports.

Quickly, Kristy realized gymnastics was “her sport.”

"I fell in love with it,” said Kristy, who went on to win state championships as part of both the Roseville Area High School and club teams.  

Today, Kristy is ...

Roseville Rolls Out a New Puppet Wagon!

Roseville’s crew of zany puppets has a new souped-up ride for a fresh season of storytelling and fun!

The Roseville Parks and Recreation Department has unveiled its new Puppet Wagon. A generous donation from Friends of Roseville Parks helped cover the cost of the new vehicle.  

The new puppet wagon is fashioned from a used converted box truck cove...

U of M basketball coach, state champion runner to lead 2025 Rose Parade

University of Minnesota Men’s Basketball Coach Niko Medved and Minnesota Cross-Country State Champion and All-American Robert Mechura will serve as grand marshals for the 2025 Rose Parade.

Both men grew up in Roseville, graduated from Roseville Area High School, and have accepted the Rose Parade Committee’s invitations to represent their hometown.  

The pair will lead the parade, which will include nine marching bands with...

Recycling Cart Final Pickup June 14!

The new recycling carts rollout is nearly complete! We still need your help!

On the evening of Friday, June 13, please leave your old Eureka recycling carts at the curb for final pickup. Eureka has hired ContainerPros to do a full citywide cart pickup on S...

Team Volunteering Makes a Big Difference in Roseville

There has been a surge in the number of corporate, civic, and community groups volunteering for the city. These generous groups are planting flowers, cleaning up parks, setting up for community events, and removing invasive plants from our natural areas.

What’s happening in our community parallels state and national trends that one industry leader calls a “massive surge” in corporate volunteering fueled by a “growing desire among today’s employees for conn...

Rose Parade: Battle of the Bands!

Nine marching bands made up of nearly 700 high school students will compete for top honors at this year’s Rose Parade, which kickstarts Rosefest 2025.

Upbeat songs, fancy footwork, exciting props, and other creative flourishes will delight the crowd. Behind the scenes, a panel of eagle-eyed and keen-eared judges from the Tri-State Judging Association will be scoring all elements of the performances. &am...

New Signs Enhance Community Navigation

New decorative signs will help walkers and bikers better navigate our community.

The City of Roseville, in collaboration with Visit Roseville, is installing nearly two dozen signs along pedestrian pathways directing folks to popular parks, lodging, schools, trails, civic buildings, shopping, and dining destinations.

The signs, which wi...

Maintenance Operations Center Update: Sales Tax to Start in July

Collection of the local sales tax will commence on July 1, 2025, to be used to fund construction of the new Maintenance Operations Center for Public Works and Parks and Recreation.

The city has hired an architectural firm to evaluate the site plan, update ...

Roseville Native Plant Sale Closes May 15

The City of Roseville is excited to announce a native plant and seed sale for residents! Native plant kits and seed mixes will be available through a partnership with Minnesota Native Landscapes (MNL), a widely trusted native producer in Minnesota.

All plants and seeds will be offered at special discount partner pricing!

MNL is committed to providing the highest quality restoration materials possible. We value the role our plants and seed have in the environment. To that end, we choose not to use Neo...

Living with Coyotes

The Roseville Police Department expects to receive its annual surge of calls related to coyote sightings.

“Most of the calls we receive related to coyotes are in the spring,” said Kirk Lindahl, Roseville Police Department’s Lead Community Service Officer. “This is when their pups are born and the adults travel further from their dens to find food.”  ...

"Less Mow Summer" Promotes Pollinator Habitat

The City of Roseville will now focus on year-round pollinator health, sunsetting the Less Mow May program.

The Roseville City Council voted to end Less Mow May following new guidance from the University of Minnesota Bee Lab, which indicates that leaning into pro-pollinator gardening and lawn practices throughout the growing season are more beneficial than lett...

Thank you Hawkins employees for cleaning up our community

Employees from Hawkins Inc. turned a morning of volunteerism into a bit of a party!

More than 80 employees from the chemical manufacturer and distributor cleaned up their corner of the community at a volunteer event they playfully called the “Trash Bash”.

On Tuesday, April 22, volunteers, in coordination with the City ...

MnDOT: Final construction on Hwy 36 begins April 14

During the work, the ramp from northbound Cleveland Ave. to eastbound Hwy 36 will be closed from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, Monday through Friday until mid-May. There will be no night work on the drainage pond.

Sign replacement along the project area and inst...

Thank You, Beverly Kroschel, for 30 years at the Roseville Historical Society!

Beverly Kroschel had just retired from her career in computers when she decided to indulge her passion for the past as a volunteer for the Roseville Historical Society.

There were just two file drawers of information when she started in 1995, Beverly recalled. Beverly helped nurture, grow, and guide the community organization over the last three decades. She organized and digitized files, and she added to its collection....

Plan Ahead for Severe Weather

Severe Weather Awareness Week is April 7- 11, 2025. Roseville Fire Chief and Emergency Manager David Brosnahan said it’s the perfect time for families to have the talk about their household’s emergency plan.

It's also a great time to build an emergency preparedness kit.

“While it can feel a little cliche, it is important for families to have the conversation to cover the basics. It’s as simple as asking, “Does everyone kn...

Roseville firefighters extinguish apartment building fire

Roseville Fire Department responded to an apartment fire on the eastern side of the city on Thursday morning.

At approximately 5 a.m. the Roseville Fire Department was dispatched to a fire alarm at 2855 Rice Street.  Upon arrival, crews found an apartment fire on the second floor.

This prompted a larger response from the department as well as automatic ai...

Granite Foundation Donates $50,000 for Armored Rescue Vehicle

A generous $50,000 donation will help the Roseville Police Department purchase an armored van capable of rescuing civilians and first responders stranded in dangerous areas during critical incidents.

The Roseville City Council accepted the donation from the Granite Foundation at its Monday meeting. The Granite Foundation is a local family foundation that has been a longtime supporter of Roseville public safety. Roseville resident and Granite Foundatio...

City Offers Help for Appliance Upgrades, Sewer Improvements

Get up to a $300 rebate on your water bill for installing water-saving toilets, washing machines, dishwashers, showerheads, or irrigation controls. Learn more about water rebates.

If your sewer service is cracked, collapsed, or has roots growing in it, you...

Roseville Police Makes 29 Arrests in Retail Blitz

Roseville Police Department conducted a retail blitz on Wednesday as part of a metro-wide initiative to address rising retail theft, resulting in 29 arrests.

Roseville Police’s new Retail Unit, detectives and additional officers partnered with nearly two dozen area retailers and their loss prevention teams to catch suspects and their accomplices in the act.  

• In total, 29 individuals were arr...

City Engineer Elected President of Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers

Roseville City Engineer Jennifer Lowry has stepped into a high-profile leadership role.

Lowry is currently serving as the president of the Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers (MnSPE).

The society provides professional development and Professional En...

Roseville Mom Finds Sweet Success Making Maple Syrup, Teaching Others the Craft

Amy and Tony Perkins moved into their mid-century Roseville home in 2015, surrounded by a huge yard with five majestic maple trees. Former middle school French teacher Amy later realized those trees had untapped potential.

"Both of my kids attended early childhood education and preschool at nearby Tamarack Nature Center. One year I went through their maple curriculum three times in a row,” Amy explained. “By the third time, I was like: This isn&...

Dates Set for Rosefest 2025!

Celebrate the start of summer with friends and neighbors at Rosefest 2025!

Our city’s signature celebration runs from June 23-29 and will include the Rose Parade, Run for the Roses, Taste of Rosefest, theatrical and musical entertainment, and much more!?Party in the Park on Saturday, June 28 will feature live bands, inflatables,...

Spring Tree Sale Opens March 7

Back by popular demand, The City of Roseville is hosting a Spring Tree Sale! The sale is a win-win for residents, the community, and its nonprofit partner.

The city, in partnership with the nonprofit Tree Trust, will offer nine species of trees to residents at discounted prices. Species available are: 

• Serviceberry 
• Redbud 
• Ironwood 
• Whitespire Birch 
• Bur Oak ...

Help guide your community, apply to be a city commissioner!

Roseville residents are encouraged to apply for 11 vacancies on five city commissions.

Commissioners are appointed by the City Council. Commissions meet regularly to receive staff presentations and reports, and then advise city leaders on all aspects of local government including parks, planning, public works, policing, budgeting, and equit...

Retired construction worker and architect team up to build McCarrons Ice Castle

Longtime Roseville resident Terry Wenger retired from the construction industry three years ago, but he still had a hankering to build and create.

Wenger and his wife Lisa teamed up with neighbor and retired architect Tom Reasoner to construct a fanciful illuminated ice castle in Wenger’s front yard at 352 South McCarron’s Boulevard.  

The majestic castle is made up of 90...

Finance Commissioner Brings Valuable Experience, Skill Set to the City

Roseville resident Bruce Bester served as a nonprofit Chief Financial Officer for decades managing a $35 million budget for a charity that helped adults with disabilities.

In that capacity, he was named CFO of the Year by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.

He retired from that role in 2015 and focused on his own financial consulting firm helping clients invest their nest eggs.

Bester is now using his expertise to keep...

Roseville 2024 Election Results

Roseville residents made their voices heard on Tuesday electing two city council members and approving a ballot question, which authorized a half-cent local sales tax to fund the construction of a new Public Works and Parks Operations Facility.

Roseville voters rejected a second ballot question, which would have used the local half-cent sales tax to also fund the construction of a new License and Passport Center. 

Two Council Members Elected

Incumbent City Council Member Julie Strahan has...

Seasonal Lights Bring Back the Sparkle at John Rose MN OVAL

After a 5-year hiatus, the City of Roseville is excited to announce the return of seasonal lights at the John Rose MN OVAL.

City leaders would like to thank the Friends of the OVAL Foundation, their presenting sponsor McGough Construction, and other donors who contributed to make relighting the OVAL possible.? 

“The OVAL is already a one-of-a-kind skating experience, b...

City Moves Forward with Plan to Restore, Preserve Wild Spaces

The City of Roseville is moving forward with a new long-range plan to ensure that our parks remain healthy, beautiful, and biologically diverse spaces for all residents to enjoy.

The City Council approved the Natural Resources Management Plan in November, which calls for the preservation and restoration of forested areas, wetlands, and prairie including oak savanna in Roseville’s nearly 680 acres of parks and open space....

Thank you, Councilmember Jason Etten!

The City of Roseville expresses its gratitude for Councilmember Jason Etten’s 12 years of service. Etten chose not to run for reelection after serving three terms on the Roseville City Council.

Jason grew up in Roseville and returned with his wife, Jessica, in 2004 to raise their family. The couple has two children, Tommy and Abby. Prior to taking his seat on the Council, Jason served the community as a volunteer and a member of the Parks and Re...

“Low Salt. No Salt.” Campaign asks Residents to Help Improve Water Quality

It takes only one teaspoon of salt to permanently pollute five gallons of water. Once in the water, there is no feasible way to remove the chloride, according to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.

Roseville residents and business owners are asked to e...

Caution: Thin Ice at Central Park

Central Park visitors need to be aware of thin ice on Bennett Lake this winter.

The City of Roseville uses an underwater aeration system to support the fish population throughout the winter months. The system increases the amount of dissolved oxygen in the water, which supports the lake’s sunfish, bluegills, and bass popula...

City’s 2025 Final Budget Approved

The Roseville City Council approved the city’s 2025 budget at its December 2 meeting.

The 2025 budget totals $73.6 million. It supports essential city services includes police, fire, parks, and public works including water service, snowplowing, and road maintenance. The 2025 budget also includes $12.5 million for capital improvement projec...

Then and Now: Old Dutch Celebrates 90 Years

Old Dutch, the iconic Midwest potato chip brand adding that satisfying crunch to school sack lunches, Superbowl parties, and the top of mom’s famous hotdish, is celebrating its 90th anniversary.

The company was born and raised in Minnesota and has been headquartered right here in Roseville since 1968.

Old Dutch Then

Founder Carl J. Marx started frying up potato chips in his Grand Avenue home in St. Paul in 1934.  

Marx called his chips Old ...

Central Park Light Fixtures Darkened After Copper Theft

Thieves targeted Roseville’s Central Park over the weekend stripping copper wiring from 27 outdoor light poles and the circuit between them.

The theft was reported on Saturday, November 16. The thieves stripped fixtures that illuminate the trail around Lake Bennett, which is located between Lexington Ave. and Victoria St. Lighting will not be useable until repairs are completed.

Roseville Polic...

Recycling Plant in Roseville Keeps Tons of Waste Out of Landfills

The International Paper Twin Cities Recycling Plant in Roseville helps make Minnesota’s record-pace recycling possible.? 

International Paper staff receive, sort, and bale tons of used boxboard, paper, and other materials from businesses.?&nbs...

Tips for Navigating Snow Plow Season

Winter is on the horizon and that means Roseville plow drivers will soon be out on the streets and the City of Roseville’s winter parking restrictions go into effect. The city typically deploys up to a 16-person team to plow streets after each s...

Visit Roseville Announces CEO Julie Wearn’s Retirement and Appointment of Liz Nowak as Successor

Visit Roseville announces the retirement of longtime CEO Julie Wearn, marking the end of an extraordinary 18-year tenure dedicated to enhancing Roseville’s tourism landscape and elevating the region’s role in Minnesota’s tourism industry.

With over 30 years in tourism and hospitality, Wearn's visionary leadership has solidified Roseville's place as a vibrant and essential destination within the state.

Under Wearn’s leadership, Visit Roseville expanded its influence and reach, establishing i...

Invest in Roseville Frequently Asked Questions

Election Day is less than a week away. Roseville voters will consider whether to pass a half-cent local sales tax to finance a new Public Works and Parks Operations Facility for $64.2 million and a License and Passport Center for $12.7 million.

Here are the top 6 most frequently asked questions about the local sales tax referendum.  

1. What’s the problem with the existing city buildings?

The current Public Works and Parks Operations Facility is outdated and too small to maintai...

Roseville Volunteer Advocates and Acts for Sustainability

Roseville Resident Alana Howey sees climate change as one of the most urgent global problems of our time. She believes combating it is her legacy.

“In this age of climate change, I want my children, my neighbors, and my family to know that I did what I could,” Alana said.

Alana has leaned into local volunteer work, education, and advocacy to combat climate change and promote sustainable practices. Sh...

Roseville Police hosts Free Drive Thru Safety Event

A burnt-out headlight can be a pesky and costly fix. Having a police officer stop your vehicle to inform you of the issue can add to that stress.

Now, Roseville Police Department is teaming up with the Maplewood Public Safety Department, Target, and Lights On! to provide vouchers for free vehicle light bulb replacements.

Drivers are invited to stop by for a FREE vehicle light check from 3:30-5:30 p....

Intersection Closure at County Road B and Dale St - OCT 16, 6PM–2AM

Roseville Public Works will be replacing a valve at the intersection of County Road B and Dale St N on October 16 from 6pm-2am.

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Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work For You

A working smoke alarm can make the difference between surviving a house fire and perishing in one. Smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a home fire by 54 percent, according to the National Fire Protection Association.

Roseville Fire Department urges residents to make sure their smoke alarms are working as part of National Fire Prevention Week, which is October 6-12. This year’s theme is: “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!” 

“Smoke alarms save lives. That’s ...

Roseville Welcomes Sunset Park

The City of Roseville’s newest green space will be called Sunset Park referencing its location on the western edge of the city.

The City Council approved the name at a joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Commission on Sept. 16. 

The City is developing the new neighborhood park as part of the city’s ongoing commitment to providing public green space within walking d...

Public Art Coming to Harriet Alexander Nature Center

Nationally acclaimed Mosaic Artist Lori Green has been working on several mosaic cairns made up of thousands of individual tiles.

Each cairn features plants and animals that represent the marsh, prairie, and forest that make up Central Park's 52-acre nature preserve, Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC).

Cairns are eye-catching landmarks built to mark trails and significant locatio...

City adds Accessibility Features, Language Translator to Website

The City of Roseville has added a new accessibility menu to its website that provides a screen reader, a larger type option, and a host of other settings to improve ease of use for all visitors.

The menu can be accessed by clicking on the blue and white circular icon in the top right corner of the screen. The city has contracted with UserWay to provide the menu, which complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The service is free to all u...

City Manager Presents 2025 Budget

Roseville City Manager Pat Trudgeon has presented the proposed 2025 budget to the City Council.

The approach to the 2025 budget is centered on three main strategies:

• Provide a modern and sustainable infrastructure 
• Investment to maintain city programs and workforce 
• Strategic use of grant funding

The proposed 2025 budget totals $73,410...

Multiple HWY 36 Closures August 9-19 (MNDOT)

Eastbound Hwy 36 weekend closure August 9-12

Beginning at 9 p.m. Fri, Aug. 9, the eastbound lanes of Hwy 36 will close between I-35W in Roseville and I-35E in Little Canada through 5 a.m. Mon, Aug. 12. At the same time, access from northbound and southboun...

Roseville Elections and Voting

2024 is a big election year. We will be voting for president, federal, state, and local offices. The City of Roseville has two at-large vacancies for the office of Council Member.

ROSEVILLE COUNCIL MEMBER CANDIDATES (Elect 2)

Matt Bauer

Marty Byers

Joshua Kiley

Kevin Nicholson

Erik Richard Noren

Julie Strahan

View additional candidate information on the Minnesota Secretary of State Website.

INVEST IN ROSEVILLE

Roseville voters will consider...

Become a Recycling Ambassador

Registration for the next Ramsey County Recycling Ambassador Program training is now open!

Become a Recycling Ambassador and help inspire your community to reduce waste. Recycling Ambassadors take a six-week training program to learn more about environmental health, waste systems and recycling. Recycling Ambassadors agree to volunteer 20 hours ...

Join Roseville’s new Equity and Inclusion Commission

This city is accepting applicants for the new commission through August 13.

Join the city as we continue to build an equitable and inclusive community where all residents can thrive!

• Review and provide feedback on equity and inclusion workplans
• Review and provide feedback on the City's Strategic Racial Equity Action Plan (...

Eastbound Hwy 36 weekend closure July 26-29

With repairs and resurfacing complete on westbound Hwy 36 in Roseville and Little Canada, construction crews will shift to the eastbound lanes of Hwy 36.

Beginning at 9 p.m. tomorrow, July 26, eastbound Hwy 36 will close between I-35W in Roseville and I-35E in Little Canada through 5 a.m. Mon, July 29. At the same time, access from northbound and southbound I-35W to eastbound Hwy 36 will be closed. The ram...

Albert Street, County Road B intersection closed for utility work July 17–19

Construction crews will work at night on Wednesday, July 17 through Friday, July 19, weather dependent, to minimize disruption of water service. Traffic will be detoured around the construction area on Pascal and Commerce streets and Hamline and Burke ave...

Longtime Roseville Big Band director to make his final curtain call

Roseville Big Band leader Glen Newton is retiring this summer after leading the group for nearly 35 years.

Roseville Big Band leader Glen Newton was tapping out tunes on the piano before most youngsters could read. 

Glen’s mother taught her precocious son to play at age 4.

“We had two pianos in the house. Mom and I played two-piano numbers together a lo...

Hamline, County Road B intersection closed for utility work

Starting Monday, July 8th, the intersection of Hamline Avenue and County Road B will be closed so crews can replace aging watermains.

Construction crews will work at night on Tuesday, July 9 and Wednesday July 10, weather dependent, to minimize disruption ...

Thank you for joining us for Rosefest Party in the Park + Fireworks on June 29. See you next year!

Rosefest 2024 was a huge success. Thousands participated in more than a dozen events this year including the Rose Parade, Run for the Roses, medallion hunt, live music, golf, pickleball, disc golf tournaments, and an epic party at Central Park!

Festivities kicked off Monday, June 24 with the 32nd Annual Rose Parade featuring marching bands from across the state as well as dozens of local nonprofits, businesses, and community boosters. 

The fun continued on Tuesday with the Touch-A-Truck ...

Meet the 2024 Golden Rose Medallion Hunt winners + this year's clues decoded!

Adventure-loving siblings Brooke, James & Zeke scoured eight parks in search of this year's medallion. On day three, these young seekers discovered it tucked inside the epic adventure tale "Treasure Island" in Pioneer Park!

The Roseville family has won a prize package valued at more than $1,200.  Thank you to local community businesses who contributed to this fun family event as part of Rosefest 2024!

This is the second year the siblings searched for the medallion.&a...

South McCarrons Retaining Wall Project Detour: July 8 - Early September

South McCarrons Retaining Wall Project Detour: July 8 - Early September

All construction activities and traffic impacts are weather and schedule permitting and subject to change.

Please drive with care in work zones

• Slow down when approaching every work zone...

City Launches Website to Inform Residents about Investment Plan to Support Essential City Services

In November, Roseville voters will decide whether to approve a half-cent local sales tax to pay for a new Public Works & Parks Maintenance Facility and License & Passport Center.

For Immediate Release:June 26, 2024

Roseville, Minn. – The City of Roseville launched a new website, InvestInRoseville.org, to inform residents about the proposed $76.9 million plan to build a new Public Works & Parks Maintenance Facility and a License...

Neighborhood Enhancement Inspections start this month

City of Roseville staff are walking through neighborhoods this summer for the annual Neighborhood Enhancement Program. The city inspects half of the city, or about 5,000 properties, each year looking for property code violations. This year, staff will foc...

Meet the 2024 Rose Parade Grand Marshals!

This year, longtime volunteer Lorraine Hansen and retired Roseville Parks and Recreation Director Lonnie Brokke will lead the 32nd Annual Rose Parade starting at 6:15 p.m. on Monday, June 24. The parade officially kicks off Rosefest 2024!

Lorraine Hansen booked the bands adding music and fun to Rose Parade

For more than three decades, Roseville resident Lorraine Hansen worked behind the scenes to weave more melody and movement into Rosefest’s Annual Rose Parade. 

Hansen served as th...

Roseville Celebrates 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration

Celebrate Juneteenth with free food, music, entertainment, artists, and vendors from around the Twin Cities.

The City of Roseville is a proud sponsor of the 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration presented by the nonprofit Do Good Roseville. Festivities run from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 15 at Roseville’s Central Park, 2540 Lexingto...

Ashes Earns Service Dog Certification

As Mental Health Awareness Month draws to a close, Roseville Fire has some very exciting news to share about Ashes!

By Neil Sjostrom, Roseville Assistant Fire Chief and Ashes' Handler

On Thursday, May 16^th myself, and Ashes other handler Firefighter Kristi Sjostrom completed our certification exams officially marking Ashes' certification as a Service D...

New Utility Billing Software now Live

The City of Roseville has transitioned to a new utility billing software. All accounts that were set up before May 29th, 2024 as an electronic transfer of funds, or auto payment will need to re-register.

Once you have re-registered, the new software will remember your payment preference/selection going forward.

Click here to access the new utility billing software.

With this new system, utility billing customers will be able to take advantage of: 

• M...

Roseville to buy electric fire truck

The City of Roseville is purchasing a new state-of-the-art electric fire engine, which will reduce greenhouse emissions and deepen the city’s investment in sustainable technology.

The electric vehicle’s smaller, sleeker design means it can maneuver in tighter spaces, and a quieter, more ergonomic cab will reduce firefighter injuries. 

The City Council approved the purchase of an electric fire engine earlier this y...

Meet Antonio Montez, the City of Roseville’s new Equity and Inclusion Manager

Antonio started in late March. He comes from Ramsey County where he served as a racial and health equity administrator for the past two and a half years.

Montez has nearly two decades of professional experience in equity work; government contracting and procurement; business-to-business sales; sales management and human resources.

Antonio is a key member of the City Manager’s leadership team. His ...

New campsite play area opens at Harriet Alexander Nature Center

Explore the basics of camping - minus the bugs!

A new indoor campsite play area is now open at Harriet Alexander Nature Center. 

The interactive play area includes a full-size tent, sleeping bags, a play campfire, foam logs, toy lanterns, binoculars, camping gear, and even play s’more...

"Flushable" wipes, other paper products causing sewer backups

Roseville’s utility crews have responded to an influx of incidents of backed-up sewer pipes as a result of wipes and other paper products being flushed down toilets and causing clogs.

“The only paper product safe to flush is toilet paper,” says&am...

Clean Up Day 2024 - April 27, 8AM–1PM

Not all garbage can go in your trash cart. Roseville organizes an annual Clean Up Day to help residents get rid of items that require special handling or to get rid of an accumulation of stuff. Roseville pays approximately one-third of the disposal costs!...

City preps for "Less Mow May"

This provides a crucial food source for early-season pollinators. As a reminder, this is a voluntary activity.

City of Roseville officials will suspend enforcement of our lawn mowing ordinance during May to give residents who wish to participate an opportu...

New utility billing software launches May 29

The City of Roseville is in the process of upgrading to a new utility billing software and payment system that will provide a modern, enhanced customer service experience. The city plans to launch the new system on May 29, 2024.

With this new system, utility billing customers will be able to take advantage of: 

• Multiple convenient payment options including in-person, online, and an interactive voice response (IVR) phone system. 
• Online access optimized for desktop...

Sustainability in the Kitchen

There are many ways to try to reduce your environmental impact in the kitchen. The goal is to aim for better than before, not perfection. Even imperfect efforts make a difference!

Compost food scraps

My biggest recommendation to anyone looking to get started is to begin separating your compostable waste and taking it to our compost drop site in Roseville. Up to about 20% of household waste is made up of food scraps and 30-40% of ou...

Roseville Fire Department welcomes three new cadets

A U.S. Marine, a certified nursing assistant, and a massage therapist have all joined the Roseville Fire Department as part of an innovative program to recruit new and diverse talent to the profession.

Oursam Ali, Paige Schultz, and Alissa Rousso have been hired as fire cadets, a hands-on training initiative launched in 2021. Cadets in both Roseville Fire and Police Departments are paid, part-time positions that can lead to full-time job offers.

In fact,...

Help Name Roseville’s New Park

The City of Roseville is building a new park on the western edge of the city and residents are invited to help name this new community green space.

The Roseville Parks and Recreation Commission is seeking name suggestions for the .8-acre neighborhood park at 2381 County Road B. The Parks and Recreation Commission will compile a list of suggestions and recommend a new park name to the City Council lat...

Roseville’s Mechanics Work Behind the Scenes to Keep the City on Track

It takes more than 330 vehicles to keep the City of Roseville rolling. That's everything from fire engines to street sweepers to construction equipment.

Ken Hopkins and Jeff Domagala are the city’s mechanics under the hood making sure it...

How to Vote in Minnesota’s Presidential Primary

2024 is an election year with multiple opportunities to exercise your right to vote.

The presidential primary will be held on Tuesday, March 5, often referred to as Super Tuesday when more than a dozen states including Minnesota hold primaries. The state of Minnesota had traditionally held presidential caucuses but switched to a president...

Press Release: Structure Fire at 2700 Block of Asbury, Two Adults Transported to HCMC

Roseville Firefighters responded to a fire at a townhouse on the 2700 Block of Asbury where two adults were transported to the Hennepin County Medical Center for smoke inhalation.

Roseville emergency responders received the call at 7:26 a.m. and arrived on scene 4 minutes later. When they arrived, one of the victims was located outside of a second story window and hanging out the window ledge asking for help. Firefighters quickly u...

Multicultural Advisory Committee helps Officers to Better Understand the Community’s Perspective

Community members drive the conversations on Roseville Police Department’s Multicultural Advisory Committee.

Police leaders intentionally take a backseat, explains Roseville Police Chief Erika Scheider.

Community members speak frankly about their perception of police officers and law enforcement policies. They ask questions. They share their personal experiences with officers - both good and bad – and, at times, challenge the police perspective...

Fade to Black Barber Lounge Finds Sweet Spot in Roseville

Barber Mike Black spent a year scouting for the ideal location for his Fade to Black Barber Lounge before choosing Roseville.

He wanted a site that was centrally located in the Twin Cities and had a strong sense of community. He was also looking to bring some fresh ideas and energy to the area.

Fade to Black has been open for two years and is building up its clientele and its rep...

OVAL Named the Best Ice Skating Rink in the Nation!

Roseville’s own John Rose Minnesota OVAL went head-to-head with some of the most iconic ice rinks in the country - and we iced the competition!

The OVAL is the winner in the 2023 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice travel award contest for Best Ice Skating Rink. 

The OVAL finished first, beating out 9 other nominees there were selected by an expert panel. The public was then asked to vote fo...

2024 City Budget and Tax Levy Approved

The Roseville City Council approved the 2024 city budget and property tax levy at its December 4 meeting.

The 2024 city budget totals $69.6 million and pays for critical services including police and fire response; road repairs and winter snow plowing; and maintenance and improvements to the city’s 679 acres of parkland. 

Approximately 41% o...

Roseville City Manager earns Prestigious Credentials from International Management Association

We are pleased to announce that Roseville City Manager Patrick Trudgeon has earned his credentialing with the International City/County Management Association (ICMA).

The ICMA Voluntary Credentialing Program recognizes professional local government managers who through their education and experience, their adherence to high standards of integrity, and their commitment to lifelong learning and professional development a...

Introducing the Newest Member of Roseville Fire!

A silver lab puppy named Ashes has joined the Roseville Fire Department.

Her job: Bring some calm to the busy Roseville firehouse where firefighters respond to nearly 7,000 emergency calls each year.

Ashes will help our firefighter/paramedics and firefighter/EMTs decompress and deal with the day-to-day stresses of the job. Rose...

High School Forensics Class Attempts to Solve the "Case" at Roseville Fire Department

A team of aspiring investigators visited the City of Roseville this week to learn the finer points of fire scene investigation from our pros at Roseville Fire Department.

Roseville firefighters staged a house fire using a specialized burn trailer. Roseville Area High students enrolled in teacher Laura Jansen's forensics class examined the scene of the blaze, collected evidence, and interviewed the homeowner, acted...

New Playground is the Final Touch of Keya Park’s Transformation

One of Roseville's neighborhood parks has a new look and feel to match its new name!

This month, community members, including families and children, and parks staff installed Keya Park's new green, tan and blue play structures.

Keya means turtle in the Dakota language and the playground embraces that theme. The imaginative new pla...

The City of Roseville needs your help!

Completing your report is simple and only takes a few minutes. 

Step 1 - Locate the Water Service Line

Locate where the water service line enters the building. You’ll need to see where the pipe comes through the floor or wall - this will ...

Mexican Street Food Thrives in Roseville at La Tapatia

From trendy food truck to tasty takeout hotspot, La Tapatia has grown into a full-service Roseville restaurant specializing in the fresh, authentic flavors of the Guadalajara region of Mexico.

Martha Ponce started the food truck business nearly a decade ago, serving tacos, burritos, and Mexican specialties drawing on the flavorful recipes passed down from generation to generation in her family. Tapatío/tapatia actually refers to someone from Gu...

Acclaimed Mosaic Artist to Create Towering Art Installations at Harriet Alexander Nature Center

The mid-morning sun filters into mosaic artist Lori Greene’s colorful Snelling Avenue studio.

Lori gazes down at her latest work in progress on the table in front of her: a beautiful doe and her fawn created with hundreds of precisely placed ceramic tiles.

With the help of a generous donor, the City of Roseville has commissioned the acclaimed mosai...

75 Years of Roseville: The History of The Guidant John Rose MN OVAL

Late Governor Rudy Perpich dreamed of Minnesota hosting the winter Olympics. To make that goal a reality, Minnesota needed world-class sports facilities.

That’s how Roseville's Guidant John Rose MN OVAL was first conceived in the 1980s. Perpich, in pursuit of the 1996 U.S. Olympic bid, urged lawmakers to help fund a series of sport facilities including a state-of-the-art national speedsk...

State Fair Parking Restrictions in Roseville

Temporary no parking signs installed near park and ride facilities in Roseville.

Click here to view a PDF of the State Fair Parking Restrictions map.

We encourage residents to sign up for construction alerts. We typically make these Roseville project-specific and send them out on Fridays for the following week. 

Click here to s...

Roseville Police Institutes Innovative Ticket Program

Roseville police officers observed more than 1,500 vehicles with burnt-out headlights, expired tabs, and other equipment violations already this year.

Rather than initiate traffic stops, the Roseville Police Department mailed letters to the vehicle owners as part of a new pilot program designed to bolster both public safety and community trust.

Since the program launched in January, the city has mailed o...

Community Pride – Roseville at 75

On a spring day in 1948, residents of rural Rose Township voted to incorporate and Roseville was born.

Of the 1,400 residents who cast votes, 1,225 were in favor of incorporating, eager for modern municipal services and amenities that would follow. 

Like many first-ring suburbs, the modern-day rise of the City of Roseville is tied to the post World...

Volunteer Nurtures the Next Generation of Bluebirds

Peter Evans is bursting with the pride of a new parent as he sets out on a hike through Reservoir Woods to check on some of the park’s newest hatchlings.

The retired teacher is monitoring and tending to a dozen bluebird houses tucked into the grassland areas of the 120-acre natural area. He checks weekly to see which houses have attracted families of bluebirds. He started in the spring counting courting co...

Roseville Wins 2023 Sustainable City Award

We know that Roseville residents cherish their green space, lakes, ponds, and other natural resources and they want them sustained and protected for future generations.

City leaders have listened and are taking action.

Roseville is honored to receive the 2023 Sustainable City Award from the League of Minnesota Cities. The award highlights several initiatives including work on the Xcel Energy Partners in Energy program and implementing our Energy Action Plan.

The...

Namaste Brows & Boutique Owner Wants Clients to Feel Beautiful Inside and Out

With an expert twist of a cotton thread, Jeena Gurung Vomhof can tame the most unruly eyebrows into sleek arches that frame the eyes and brighten the entire face.

Gurung Vomhof is the owner of Namaste Brows & Boutique, which specializes in all-natural eyebrow shaping as well as eyebrow tinting and facial hair removal. Her boutique in the Lexington Plaza Shoppes, 1718B Lexington Ave. N., also features earrings a...

Mi-Sant Brings Vietnamese Favorites to Roseville

A Roseville family of foodies is reimagining fast-casual cuisine with fresh ingredients, made-from-scratch pastries, and the bold and bright flavors that nod to their Vietnamese roots.

Mi-Sant opened in Roseville in the spring of 2021 serving Asian-inspired noodle bowls, French pastries, and banh mi sandwiches, which fuse together those two delicious traditions.

In fact, their name Mi-Sant is a play on their two most popular items: banh ...

Roseville Holocaust Survivor Says it’s Important to Share his Story

Roseville resident Erwin Farkas says he may have survived the Nazi death camps by lying about his age.

The 15-year-old Hungarian Jew heard he needed to be a certain age to be considered suitable for labor, so he told the Nazi guards he was 16 when he arrived at the concentration camp. They sent Farkas and his older brother Zoltan to toil in a machine shop ...

How Roseville Prepares for all Types of Emergencies

April 17–21 is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Minnesota, an event to refresh, remind and educate residents about seasonal threats from severe weather – and how to avoid them.

Roseville prides itself on being a calm and peaceful community, but our team of professional first responders are regularly training and preparing for all types of emergencies including natural disasters. 

Roseville Fire Chief David Brosnahan, who...

Roseville Police Chief Erika Scheider Strives to Innovate

March is Women’s History Month. This year’s theme is Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories. The City of Roseville is recognizing influential women who are doing exceptional work and bringing positive change to the community.

Roseville Police Chief Erika Scheider originally thought she’d pursue a career in social work.  

She was finishing up her degree in psychology and communications at Augsburg University when a police ride-along changed her mind.

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Roseville Parks and Recreation Offers New Inclusion Services Program

The City of Roseville will partner with a Twin Cities nonprofit to ensure children and adults of all abilities can more fully participate and enjoy recreational programs.

Starting this spring, the city has contracted with the nonprofit Reach for Resources to provide individual support services for people with disabilities. The service is free of charge.

“The benefit to residents is that we are offering inclusive ...

Local Groups Bring Roseville Parks and Recreation to the Next Level

For decades, a trio of grassroots nonprofits have worked hand in hand with the city to nurture Roseville’s parks and recreation facilities, helping to fund critical improvements and add creative flourishes to the city’s greenspace.

Stroll the elevated boardwalk through the city’s nature preserve. Take in Roseville’s “Blooming Boulevard,” a breathtaking sweep of 7,000 flowers along Central Park’s Lexington Avenue entrance. Plan a playdate at the city’s new inclusive playground in Cen...

City to Plant 1,500 Trees to Counter Emerald Ash Borer Destruction

The invasive emerald ash borer, a metallic green beetle with a menacing appetite, has doomed millions of ash trees in the United States and in Minnesota.

In response to the pest, the City of Roseville has launched a multi-pronged approach that includes planting 1,500 trees. That’s 40 percent more than the 900 public ash trees in parks and along boulevards slated for removal.

“We are repl...

Removing Racist Language from Property Deeds

Homeownership is one significant way American families accrue wealth and pass it on to future generations.

Families of color were historically excluded from homeownership here in Roseville, in Minnesota, and in communities across the country through various mechanisms, including racial covenants that explicitly forbid non-white families from owning certain hom...

Keya Park Chosen as New Name for Pocahontas Park

Keya means turtle in the Dakota language and it's now the new name for a Roseville neighborhood park.

In February, the City Council voted to rename the 5.7-acre park, formerly called Pocahontas Park, after two years of analysis and robust community engagement. 

Keya (pronounced Kay–Ah) nods to both the land's history and its wildlife. The entire T...

Volunteer Spotlight: City of Roseville Commissioner Ed Hodder

Ed Hodder is no stranger to public service and is one of few residents to have served on two separate Roseville Commissions.

Hodder served as a Finance Commissioner from 2014 to 2020, and returned in March of 2022 to serve as a commissioner on the city’s Public Works, Environment, and Transportation Commission, more commonly referred to as the PWET Commission.  

Ed has ...

Jesse Freihammer Named Roseville Public Works Director

The City of Roseville is excited to name Jesse Freihammer as its new Public Works Director.

Celebrating Native American Heritage at City Hall

Today, as we celebrate Native American Heritage Day, we’re proud to share a very special display case honoring Native American Culture at City Hall!

MN OVAL Gets Major Renovations Ahead of 2022 Season

Construction is nearly complete on a $3.9 million planned renovation project at the Guidant John Rose MN OVAL, just in time for the opening of the rink’s 29th season on November 18, 2022.

The project is being funded with State of Minnesota Capital Investment dollars and was developed to update elements of the OVAL that had outlived their useful life. “These renovations ensure that the MN OVAL will continue to be a special recreat...

Help Rename Pocahontas Park

This final list of names for Pocahontas Park has been compiled from a variety of engagement methods throughout the summer and the Roseville Parks and Recreation Commission is seeking feedback from the community.

Click here to view a list of the names that have been suggested.

Please review the list and provide the Commission with feedback on which name(s) you would recommend for the park and why. 

The following elements could be useful for park naming:

• Natu...

Community Land Trust Pilot Program Sees Early Success

A first-of-its kind partnership is on track to create more opportunities for affordable home ownership in Roseville.

In November, 2021, the Roseville City Council approved a partnership between Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity and the City of Roseville Economic Development Authority (EDA). The goal was to create a Community Land Trust that would add up to four affordabl...

Roseville Fire First in the State to Offer Advanced Life Support Services

Beginning August 24, first responders at the Roseville Fire Department will be able to respond to calls with enhanced life-saving capabilities through their innovative Advanced Life Support (ALS) program.

Through the ALS program, paramedics are able to provide certain specialized care that was once only available from partnering ambulance agencies. Roseville Fire is the first Fire Department in the state to be able to provide the enhanced services.

As emerg...

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...

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...

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 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 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...

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...

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 tha...

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...

New Transit Service Launches in Roseville

Metro Transit has rolled out a new shared-ride service in Roseville called “Metro micro.”  

ADA-accessible minibuses can pick up and drop off passengers anywhere within their service area, which is within the bounds of County R...