Pig’s Eye Park camp closure: St. Paul seeking public input

Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Joseph Swanson, KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) · July 22, 2026 · 2 min read

Homeless encampments across St. Paul are weeks away from being shut down due to health and safety concerns and city leaders are inviting the public to weight in the plans to clear three major camps on Wednesday afternoon. The special St. Paul City Council meeting at 4:30 p.m. will follow the coun...

Why this matters in The Minneapolis

The impending closure of homeless encampments in St. Paul, including Pig's Eye Park, raises concerns about the availability of resources for those in need in the Twin Cities area. As city leaders in St. Paul work to connect individuals with services, the strain on existing facilities and organizations may be felt across the river in Minneapolis as well. With shelter capacity already a concern, the closure of these encampments may lead to an influx of people seeking assistance in Minneapolis, potentially overwhelming local resources. The city's plan to minimize disruption and provide a safer, more stable life for individuals is admirable, but it remains to be seen whether the necessary support systems are in place to handle the potential influx of people in need. Minneapolis residents and city officials should be paying close attention to the situation in St. Paul, as it may have a direct impact on the city's own efforts to address homelessness.

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Category: government · Published: July 22, 2026 · Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) · Reading time: 2 min

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Pig’s Eye Park camp closure: St. Paul seeking public input

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