Rondo Times

10/08/2024

Happening now!

07/05/2024

Dear Community Members,

We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of an East Side community member, who was in distress and in need of help. Instead of receiving the support she needed, she lost her life during an encounter with the St. Paul police.

This incident underscores the urgent need for reforms in how law enforcement responds to mental health crises. Our thoughts are with her loved ones, and we demand transparency and accountability in the investigation of this heartbreaking incident.

Furthermore, this serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for better training and resources for law enforcement when responding to mental health crises.

It is disheartening to note that since 2000, nearly 40 people have been killed by officers within the Saint Paul Police Department, at least 7 of whom lost their lives under the current administration. We urge Mayor Melvin Carter to take decisive action to address this public safety crisis.

In solidarity,

Alexander J. Bourne

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21/11/2023

The strength of working together is significant. I appreciate the chance to collaborate with Cub Foods, enhancing the holiday season for families!

21/11/2023

It’s time to let the birds fly! Please share broadly!

14/11/2023

This Thanksgiving, I won't be hosting a dinner. Instead, I've got 300 turkeys to share. 40 will be prepared by local restaurants and community members for those who can't cook. The remaining 260 will be given out first-come, first-serve on Nov. 22. Two raw turkeys max and one cooked turkey per person. Location and time TBD. Email [email protected] to request a turkey or volunteer.

16/10/2023

We kindly request your support for our campaign. By donating today, your contributions will reach us just in time for the election after the necessary processing.

Individual donations are limited to $600, and any amount up to this limit would be highly valued. We also encourage you to inspire your friends to join us in this endeavor.

Our campaign requires funding for yard signs, flyers, mailers, TV and radio ads, billboards, volunteer stipends, and more. Together, we can secure victory by giving our very best.

Vote September 22 – November 7 Vote September 22 – November 7 Donate to Every East Sider I am running for St. Paul City Council to represent every East Sider and to add value to the overall quality of life for all Saint Paul residents. The amplification of community voice at City Hall is my top ...

26/08/2023

With immense pleasure, we, representing the Minnesota Rapid Response Coalition, extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Sam Ndley, former President of the Zeta Nu Sigma Chapter, and Ms. Cierra Hardin on their sacred matrimony today.

May this union be imbued with enduring love and prosperity.

Notably, under Brother Sam Ndley's exceptional leadership, a substantial sum of $10,000 was raised to support our ongoing endeavors.

May the journey ahead be adorned with affection, prosperity, and the legacy of dedicated leadership.

- Alexander Bourne, Founder and Lead Strategist

07/08/2023

We are just 46 days away from polls opening! We need your help connecting with voters!

We need for you to donate a box of flyers to us by making a $200 contribution online at AlexJBourne.com.

There are 1,000 flyers are in a box. A box is $200. They’re .20 cents each. These are 6x11 inch double-sided with full color. Oh, and they’re union-printed!

12/07/2023

Thursday Blitz!

I’m raising money to better connect with voters and fully staff our campaign. We need your help!

I was raised in my community. I love my community. I have been adding value to my community for many years and I’m ready to keep doing that - just at a different level.

In our community, life is very different for neighbors house to house, not block to block or even neighborhood to neighborhood. This means that we must be flexibile in how we engage folks to turn out to vote. We have to be creative and innovative but that can sometimes require money.

Help me reach our fundraising goal today of $50,000 and donate! No amount is to small but the max is $600/person. Ask a few people that trust your judgement to chip in also. Early voting is right around the corner! Click the link!

Vote September 22 – November 7 Vote September 22 – November 7 Donate to Every East Sider I am running for St. Paul City Council to represent every East Sider and to add value to the overall quality of life for all Saint Paul residents. The amplification of community voice at City Hall is my top ...

23/11/2022

https://conta.cc/3GWtAmn

Free Dinner 12PM-5PM on Thanksgiving Day For Immediate Release Media Contact: Alexander Bourne MRRC Founder/Lead Strategist (612) 458-2353 [email protected] WeAreMRRC.com Free Dinner 12PM-5PM on Tha

01/10/2022

Please come witness community on full display! We will offer 18 hours of unlimited free coin laundry to anyone that shows up - no matter how much you have! Detergent, bleach and fabric softener will be provided. Volunteers are needed! Folks can pre-register to skip the line, volunteer, donate or to become a vendor for their business or organization at wearemrrc.com.

A special thank you to Wilson's Image Barbers and Stylist as well as Philando Castile Relief Foundation! Photography services will be provided by Jostle Photography.

Key Objectives for Free Laundry Day 2022:

1. Reduce bullying
2. Enhance economic, educational and health outcomes
3. Provide culturally relevant accessible and tangible resources to families and entrepreneurs
4. Increase community resource engagement in a centralized setting
5. Reduce clothing-related social harms
6. Increase individual and family economic stability

12/09/2022

Hey! We have updated the flier! You can now visit our website at https://wearemrrc.com/free-laundry-2022/ to volunteer, donate or pre-register to skip the line! Please share broadly!

09/09/2022

It’s that time of year again! Please share broadly and contribute how you can at WeAreMRRC.com.