Oct. 7 event celebrates safer access along River to River Greenway

Posted 10/13/21

What: Dakota County will celebrate the opening of the new Robert Street Underpass on the River to River Greenway in West St. Paul. The underpass provides a safer way for pedestrians and bicyclists to …

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Oct. 7 event celebrates safer access along River to River Greenway

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What: Dakota County will celebrate the opening of the new Robert Street Underpass on the River to River Greenway in West St. Paul. The underpass provides a safer way for pedestrians and bicyclists to cross Robert Street and access West St. Paul retail businesses, the Wentworth Library, parks and more. The underpass is a key improvement along the greenway that connects Lilydale, Mendota Heights, West St. Paul and South St. Paul.

When: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 7 A ribbon-cutting will be followed by a self-guided walk or ride along the greenway and underpass.

Who:

• Dakota County commissioners

• West St. Paul Mayor Dave Napier

• State Rep. Rick Hansen • West St. Paul and South St. Paul city leaders Where: Robert Street Underpass (east side of tunnel), Robert Street and Crawford Drive, West St. Paul Visuals:

• Bicyclists using the new underpass

• Scenic greenway and lake settings

• Robert Street commerce

• Nearby crane and construction of new apartment project Contact: Mary Beth Schubert, Dakota County Communications Director 651-438-8179 [email protected]