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Maplewood discusses Yale Open Space safety, bench removal and plans for Ward 2 investments
Summary
Council and staff reviewed recent actions at the Yale Open Space bus shelter in Ward 2, including removal of a bench and shutoff of electricity after reported drug activity and drinking; police say calls and congregation declined and staff plan community outreach, a new social services coordinator and a police engagement center.
Maplewood councilmembers and staff discussed neighborhood investments and public-safety steps at the Yale Open Space and adjacent bus shelter during the Sept. 9 work session after residents and businesses raised concerns about drug activity and drinking. City staff removed a bench and shut off power at the shelter; police said the moves reduced on-site congregation.
"Since the removal of the bench and electric, the congregating has diminished quite significantly," Police Chief Nyberg said, describing documented arrests and ongoing investigations into fentanyl, heroin and meth at the location. The chief said…
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