Rebecca Noecker
Coverage of Rebecca Noecker in the Nexus archive.
- St. Paul’s Pig’s Eye Park homeless camp now being cleared out
A homeless encampment at Pig’s Eye Park in St. Paul is being cleared by city teams, with supporters gathering outside as discrepancies arise between reported numbers of remaining residents. City Council President Rebecca Noecker supports the mayor’s plan to close the camp but emphasizes the need for alternative indoor housing options.
- St. Paul City Council president supports closing Pig’s Eye Park encampment — but with conditions
St. Paul City Council president Rebecca Noecker supports closing the Pig’s Eye Park homeless encampment if all residents have indoor alternatives, while acknowledging the mayor’s office leads the executive decision. Opponents argue more time is needed for long-term housing solutions, with no confirmed timeline for clearing additional camps.
- St. Paul Mayor Her investigation: Council president declines comment
St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her faces a sexual harassment investigation based on allegations including inappropriate text messages. City Council members have issued statements acknowledging the 'serious allegations' while respecting the ongoing investigation, though some criticize City Hall's lack of transparency. Council President Rebecca Noecker declined to comment publicly.
- St. Paul leaders are exploring new ways to close a record budget gap without raising taxes
St. Paul is addressing a $26 million budget deficit for 2027 by exploring options like consolidating services, expanding the tax base, and implementing a PILOT program. City leaders cited inflation and reduced state/federal aid as causes and referenced Boston's successful PILOT program as a model.