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St. Paul City Council president supports closing Pig’s Eye Park encampment — but with conditions
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Renee Cooper , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Paul City Council president has expressed support for closing the Pig's Eye Park encampment.
The St. Paul City Council president has expressed support for closing the Pig's Eye Park encampment. This support is conditional, depending on the availability of indoor alternatives for those currently residing in the encampment.
The city's plan to clear the encampment is an executive decision made by the mayor's office. The City Council's role is to seek more information about the plan. Further details about the plan to clear the encampment and the conditions for its closure are available from the city.
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Category: government Published: August 4, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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