 A press release says the county is working diligently to minimize the impact to the public in this transition. Learn more about Phase 2 of the project, which begins in August, at knsiradio.com. The St. Paul Downtown Improvement District is seeking approval from the City Council to expand its efforts in creating a safer and cleaner downtown area. Since its launch in 2021, the district has seen a 40% decrease in quality-of-life crimes and calls for service, according to authorities.