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On behalf of the City Council, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the City of White Bear Lake.The City of White Bear Lake is located about 20 minutes north of St. Paul and covers 10 square miles. There are about 26,000 people who make their home here. The residents of White Bear Lake have a great deal of pride in their community. White Bear Lake is a family-oriented community with a dynamic business district, bustling downtown, and beautiful residential areas. The 2,500-acre lake, which is the center of our community, is enjoyed by our residents, as well as visitors who come from other cities all year round to fish, boat, sailboat, yacht, and swim. White Bear Lake was incorporated more than 125 years ago and became a full-service freestanding city before it became a suburb. It is steep with tradition and the City endeavors to reflect the values of its citizens. The City's Mission and Philosophy Statements presented below convey our organizational values. If you have any questions, or would like more information about White Bear Lake, our staff would be pleased to assist you. The City Hall phone number is (651) 429-8526. Paul L. Auger, Mayor MISSION STATEMENT White Bear Lake will be responsive to the physical, safety and environmental requirements of its citizens through innovative leadership, planning and civic management. The Mayor, City Council and City employees will ensure the availability of a broad range of cost effective services, emphasizing a personalized approach that accommodates the special needs of individuals and neighborhoods and prudently utilizes available public and private resources. PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT The City of White Bear Lake exists to fulfill basic social, physical and political needs for the benefits of its citizens. In accomplishing these needs, the City will: - Be honest and open in its dealings with all residents; - Seek fair and impartial solutions to issues it is presented with; - Not attempt to be all things to all people, but to safeguard the overall welfare of the community; - Recognize that all individuals living and working in the community are essential resources for achieving the City's mission and goals; - Participate in and promote the exchange of ideas through open communication; take risks to achieve long-term benefit; - Be accountable and effective stewards of the public trust and resources; - Commit to excellence in all services provided to our community; - Treat the environment responsibly; and - Maintain a skilled and competent work force and foster employee pride and integrity.
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