River Guardians

River Guardians
A record-breaking year for River Guardian advocates

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River Guardians sent a record number of messages to decision-makers in 2025, advancing legislative wins, riverfront protections and more. Read more
Large town hall audience and speakers
FMR convenes town halls for St. Paul city leaders and advocates

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St. Paul residents showed up for the river and had a chance to speak directly with city leaders about riverfront priorities. Read more
Town Hall crowd with Mayor Carter
Cleanup plan for toxic Ford Area C dump finally moves forward

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A draft cleanup plan will be released any day now — and advocates will soon have a chance to call for full cleanup of this toxic riverfront site. Tour the dumpsite this fall, sign our petition and get the latest. Read more
Map showing Ford Area C tucked between parks on the riverfront
Community meeting and Q&A with St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter

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Join us for a town hall-style community meeting, featuring a brief statement from Mayor Carter followed by a Q&A. Read more
Mayor Carter in front of the St. Paul skyline
Welcome to our new Grassroots Organizing Coordinator (and farewell to Maddie!)

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Meet Jenna, our new River Guardians advocacy program leader, and celebrate our outgoing coordinator's achievements. Read more
Jenna Hawkes by river
There's still time to push for stronger river protections in St. Paul

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St. Paul residents are speaking up about a proposal to water down riverfront development regulations. Read more
St. Paul skyline with river
Webinar: Sustainable Aviation Fuel — How Minnesota can get it right

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How can new, renewable jet fuel — yes, jet fuel — help clean up the river and improve water quality throughout Minnesota? Watch our recorded webinar to find out. Read more
Airplane over river and yellow camelina

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Near the confluence of the Mississippi and St. Croix rivers, Hastings
August 1 through October 15, 2026
Throughout St. Paul