District 10 Como Community Council
May 1, 2024 Community Meeting – 1st Wednesdays
The first Wednesday of every month Community Meeting, beginning at 7pm, typically hosts our Environment and Neighborhood Relations committee topics for discussion and planning, as well as guest presentations related to those issues.
St. Paul Art Crawl at the Streetcar Station
Como is a part of the St Paul Art Crawl this year and will be hosting a Pop-Up location on Saturday, April 27th from 12-6pm. Six local artists will be showcasing their work in the station and we will have a FREE Dance Class & Performance by Body Watani at 4pm
Know Your Como: The Mystery of the Como Park Memorial Benches
By Sonjie Johnson
If you walk or run Como Lake regularly, sooner or later you will sit on one of the 40+ benches. If you’re a curious person, you might notice an inscription plaque at the side.
Recorded Presentations: 2023 Como Honor Roll – 3/19/2024
In December and January, we accepted nominations for the 2023 Como Neighborhood Honor Roll, our board members voted to select honorees among the nominations, and the winners were honored at our March 19 Como Community meeting.
Recorded Presentations: The Mali Center – 3/19/2024
At the March 19, 2024 D10 Como Community Meeting we welcomed Tyrone Minor, owner of the Mali Center (and F.I.T. Lab), to introduce us to the new Mali center, coming to the Como/Front/Dale area in June!
March 19, 2024 Community Meeting – 3rd Tuesdays
The third Tuesday of every month typically hosts our Land Use committee and Board/Organizational topics for discussion and planning, as well as guest presentations related to those issues. Occasionally time sensitive Environment and Neighborhood Relations items are included on the agenda as well.
Neighborhood Resources
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- May 14, 2024
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Lake Como Clean Up at
May 14, 2024 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Como Community Council, in partnership with the Capital Region Watershed District, plans multiple Lake Como cleanup events each year. Volunteers gather with others in the community to clean trash from the lake surface or shoreline. We’ll meet near the dock on the lower level lake side of the Pavilion to pick up tools, supplies, and have a refreshment.
This event is still being planned, more details will be posted at the event gets closer. If you’re interested in planning our cleanup events with us, you can join our community meetings the first Wednesday and third Thursday of each month, or email info@district10comopark.org.
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- May 17, 2024
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Como Garage Sale Weekend
May 17, 2024 – May 20, 2024
D10 Como Community Council is once again coordinating a community sale weekend from Thursday, May 16 to Sunday the 19, 2024. If you would like to be included in our map, please fill out the Como Community Sale Form with your information before May 10.
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- May 18, 2024
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Como Garage Sale Weekend
May 17, 2024 – May 20, 2024
D10 Como Community Council is once again coordinating a community sale weekend from Thursday, May 16 to Sunday the 19, 2024. If you would like to be included in our map, please fill out the Como Community Sale Form with your information before May 10.
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Orchard Rec Pollinator Garden Spring Cleaning
May 18, 2024 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Orchard Recreation Center, 875 W Orchard Ave, St Paul, MN 55103, USASign up to volunteer at this or any of our Saint Paullinator summer events HERE.
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- May 19, 2024
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Como Garage Sale Weekend
May 17, 2024 – May 20, 2024
D10 Como Community Council is once again coordinating a community sale weekend from Thursday, May 16 to Sunday the 19, 2024. If you would like to be included in our map, please fill out the Como Community Sale Form with your information before May 10.
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- May 20, 2024
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Como Garage Sale Weekend
May 17, 2024 – May 20, 2024
D10 Como Community Council is once again coordinating a community sale weekend from Thursday, May 16 to Sunday the 19, 2024. If you would like to be included in our map, please fill out the Como Community Sale Form with your information before May 10.
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- May 21, 2024
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Western District Police-Community Meeting
May 21, 2024 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Western District Police Station, 389 Hamline Avenue (across from Target) , Community Events CalendarMonthly community meetings held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:30am and 6:30pm at the Western District office location. Anyone is welcome to attend.
If you have specific concerns that you would like addressed at the meeting, contact in advance:
651-266-5512
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D10 Community Meeting – 3rd Tuesdays
May 21, 2024 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Video or phone conferenceThird Tuesdays at 7pm
The third Tuesday of every month typically hosts our Land Use committee and Board/Organizational topics for discussion and planning, as well as guest presentations related to those issues. Occasionally time sensitive Environment and Neighborhood Relations items are included on the agenda as well. These meetings are open to the public and are offered hybrid in-person at the Como Streetcar Station (1224 Lexington Parkway) as well as on zoom. Agendas are posted on our website homepage as well as shared in our Weekly Newsletter the Friday prior to the meeting.
Land Use Committee (3rd Tuesdays)
As the title suggests, this committee handles the nitty-gritty issues of zoning, development proposals, and how they affect the neighborhood. Housing, transportation, relations with institutions, park use, licenses, and variance requests are among the topics these committee members deal with. Land Use also oversees ongoing efforts to address the impacts the State Fair and other large events have on the residential character of the neighborhood.
D10 Board Meetings (3rd Tuesdays)
The D10 Board meets monthly and approves committee actions and handles other organizational business and discussions.
Community Meeting Recurring Zoom Meeting Link
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81656456655?pwd=NERqazk0dUsxbndRNm9lNHVSOHlBQT09
Meeting ID: 816 5645 6655
Passcode: 1234567
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,81656456655#,,,,*1234567#
Call in to meeting: +1 312 626 6799
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- May 23, 2024
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Como Blood Drive at
May 23, 2024 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN 55103, USAD10 Como Park is partnering with the American Red Cross and the Como Zoo & Conservatory to host a series of community blood drives at the Zoo. Reservations are required to donate (may not be available until date gets closer).
With so many still working from home, workplace blood drives have all but vanished, affecting the Red Cross’ reserve levels. Community blood drives are the perfect opportunity to take a break from the home office or start a trip to the zoo!
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- June 1, 2024
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Jameson/Front Pollinator Garden Spring Cleaning
June 1, 2024 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
765 Front Ave, St Paul, MN 55103, USASign up to volunteer at this or any of our Saint Paullinator summer events HERE.
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- June 5, 2024
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D10 Community Meeting – 1st Wednesdays
June 5, 2024 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Via phone or video conferenceFirst Wednesdays at 7pm
The first Wednesday of every month typically hosts our Environment and Neighborhood Relations committee topics for discussion and planning, as well as guest presentations related to those issues. Occasionally time sensitive Land Use and Board/Organizational items are included on the agenda as well. These meetings are open to the public and are offered hybrid in-person at the Como Streetcar Station (1224 Lexington Parkway) as well as on zoom. Agendas are posted on our website homepage as well as shared in our Weekly Newsletter the Friday prior to the meeting.
Environment Committee (1st Wednesdays)
This committee oversees environmental protections and sustainability initiatives in the community, especially those affecting Como Lake. Members helped set up the Capitol Region Watershed District, the Como Woodland Outdoor Classroom, and the food scraps recycling site on Beulah Ln. It frequently sponsors educational opportunities on topics such as composting, pollinator habitat, and eco-friendly yard care.
Neighborhood Relations Committee (1st Wednesdays)
These committee members deal with fun stuff (such as our annual Ice Cream Social and other community events) and not-so-fun stuff (such as crime prevention and safety). This is the committee that oversees outreach to new community members, members who are not as connected to the neighborhood as they could be, and develops the tools to help us all build stronger neighborhood cohesion.
Community Meeting Recurring Zoom Meeting Link
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81656456655?pwd=NERqazk0dUsxbndRNm9lNHVSOHlBQT09
Meeting ID: 816 5645 6655
Passcode: 1234567
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,81656456655#,,,,*1234567#
Call in to meeting: +1 312 626 6799
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- June 12, 2024
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D10 Como Social Gathering (Regular Time)
June 12, 2024 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
THIS EVENT CAN CHANGE LOCATION, TIME, AND EVEN DAY OF THE WEEK EACH MONTH AND THIS CALENDAR MAY NOT BE UPATED, YOU CAN FIND THE LATEST INFORMATION HERE ON OUR WEBSITE.
The Como Community Council is putting down the gavel once a month for a social gathering. This agenda-free meet-up will vary in time and location, but will generally happen between our two monthly meetings on the second Wednesday each month. You can find the details here on our website as well as in the Weekly D10 Newsletter.
These events are open to all, they provide an opportunity for D10 regulars and newcomers alike to get to know one another better outside the confines of our formal meetings. No board business will be conducted at these meet-ups.
Questions? Email district10@district10comopark.org
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District 10 is one of Saint Paul’s 17 neighborhood community councils. We represent the Como Park neighborhood, bounded generally by Snelling to the west, Larpenteur to the north, Dale to the east, and the rail lines south of Energy Park Drive to the south (map). The District 10 Como Community Council is a non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors elected by members of the community.
Mission Statement
We connect and empower each other, creating a compassionate community, courageously addressing injustices of the past and present, and forging a bold and inclusive future.
Vision Statement
A vibrant, diverse, affordable neighborhood filled with a spirit of kindness and belonging.