The Summit Avenue Residential Preservation Association (SARPA) is dedicated to the preservation of the historic, residential, and urban park character of Summit Avenue in Saint Paul, Minnesota. SARPA is the official representative of Summit Avenue residents’ views to local, city, state, and national government. SARPA works with other neighborhood organizations, developers, institutions, nearby retail establishments, and individuals to maintain Summit Avenue’s reputation as one of the finest residential streets in the state of Minnesota and the United States. Summit Avenue Residential Preservation Association’s mission is to preserve the historic, residential, and urban park character of Summit Avenue through advocacy, communication, and education.