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I am concerned about my ash trees

ARTiFactor — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 20:59:03 +0000

I posted all the information and links I could find about emerald ash borer beetles and ash trees over on my ComoPark.us website. There are a lot of ash trees in Como Park and in Saint Paul (50,000 I think). Minnesota has more ash trees than all other states except for Maine.

Codex Seraphinianus

ARTiFactor — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:07:24 +0000

Last weekend, at my nephew’s high school graduation, I looked on with growing puzzlement as a group of his friends paged through a book titled Codex Seraphinianus.

The script was alien and has of yet not been deciphered. The layout resembled a primer or mini-encyclopedia explaining basic concepts from an alternate reality.

The page numbers apparently use base 21 arithmetic.

If you are intrigued, there are several websites that discuss the book, Codex Seraphinianus.

Clicking on the images will make them larger.

Final Como pool design approved by task force

ARTiFactor — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 14:59:44 +0000

Como Park swimming pool

The Como Pool design task force voted to approve for final report preparation the refined schematic design that was presented Monday, April 20.
Click this link to see the web page describing the final Como Pool design

Dayton’s Bluff self guided auto tour

ARTiFactor — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 17:20:43 +0000

We went on a self-guided auto tour of Dayton’s Bluff yesterday (click link to download). Click on thumbnails to see full size.

Town Hall meeting - Ellen Anderson

ARTiFactor — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 03:12:11 +0000

I went to the town hall meeting at the Como Park Pavilion Sat. morning, Feb 28, 2009. Senator Ellen Anderson addressed the group then responded to questions and made note of suggestions.

Town Hall Meeting, Ellen Anderson from Art Oglesby on Vimeo.

Community opposes Hamline Midway Library closing

ARTiFactor — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:25:00 +0000

I went to Mayor Coleman’s community meeting Tues. night to hear discussion about the proposed budget cuts for Saint Paul. The hottest topic seemed to be the proposed closing of the Hamline Midway Library.

I posted some videos and more information about the Hamline Midway Library closing on my ComoPark.us website (click link to view).

Como Park pool replacement process

ARTiFactor — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 01:55:59 +0000

Last fall the City of Saint Paul explained the process for redeveloping the Como Park swimming pool. The adjacent Woodland Classroom and McMurray Field area along with their parking and traffic needs will be included in the redesign. I put up a video and explanation of the Como Pool replacement process at comopark.us.

Area included in Como Pool renovation

I applied to be on the Como Pool Planning Committee to represent residents of Lexington Parkway. I was not selected but have been attending the meetings anyway. I put pictures and an explanation of what went on at the first three meetings at comopark.us. (click this link in blue to read more about the Como Pool repair process)

Como Park Swimming Pool Closing

ARTiFactor — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 19:02:22 +0000

Como Pool is closed

The closing of the Como Park swimming pool has received attention by the media. You can read about it by clicking the links below.

Como Park changes get neighbors’ attention (TwinCitiesDailyPlanet)

Como Pool torpedoed; other area swimming pools are in deep water (South St. Paul Examiner)

Como Park pool beyond repair; no plans to reopen next spring (Star & Tribune)

Learn about the Como Park Swimming Pool Redevelopment process

The City of Saint Paul Division of Parks and Recreation is planning a complete redevelopment of the Como Regional Park Pool and adjacent facilities located at Horton Avenue and Lexington Parkway in Como Regional Park, Saint Paul, Minnesota.

I wrote an article on my ComoPark.US website titled Como Park Swimming Pool Redevelopment describing the process (click to read - includes a video)

Information about Sholom Home reuse by RS Eden

ARTiFactor — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 19:45:42 +0000

I wrote a web page about the Sholom Home near Como Park. The property is for sale and its reuse by RS Eden has created a storm of media coverage.

MN Public Radio - Recovery home protests

Fox 9 News - Controversy brews over St. Paul Sholom property

Park Bugle - Debate on Sholom Home site heats up

Park Bugle - Editorial by Dave Healy

Click on this link to find information about RS Eden reuse of the Sholom Home.

Buddy Walk at Como Park

ARTiFactor — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 01:26:29 +0000

I noticed cars parking everywhere Sunday Sept 22 so I went to see what was going down at Como Park. I was just in time to see the beginning of the Buddy Walk (benefit for Downs syndrome).