2026 Bond Sales and Tax Levy
Summary
Saint Paul landed about $82 million in state bonding, including $13 million for West 7th utilities, money for Como Zoo, $10 million for metropolitan parks, and an extension of bonding funds for the Saint Paul inclusive playground.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $82 million in state bonding for Saint Paul projects, though the West 7th utilities piece covered only $13 million of an $80 million need.
Residents near the West 7th utilities project, Como Zoo visitors, families awaiting the inclusive playground, and park users citywide.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council — October 14, 2026
The council authorized green sewer revenue bonds to fund sewer utility work.
Policy Committee — May 20, 2026
Saint Paul landed about $82 million in state bonding, including $13 million for West 7th utilities, money for Como Zoo, $10 million for metropolitan parks, and an extension of bonding funds for the Saint Paul inclusive playground.
City Council — May 6, 2026
The city sold general obligation bonds for general purposes and street reconstruction at lower interest rates than last year, helped by its triple-A credit rating. Lower rates mean less tax money spent on interest over the life of the debt.
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