It's Latino Business Week in Minneapolis - a time to honor the culture, tradition and dedication of the 12,000 Hispanic-owned shops across the metro. Nosotros te saludamos!

We believe safe housing is a right. Our Stable Homes Stable Schools program provides housing stability as a pathway for school and family success. More than 6,700 Minneapolis students have benefitted since 2019! Watch to learn about Trevontia's experience. https://minneapolismn.gov/stable-homes

What should get built on vacant City- and County-owned land at the Lowry-Penn intersection? Attend our open house to discuss! We're sharing the development proposals being considered and collecting public input Thurs, Oct. 9, 6:15-8 p.m. @ Lucy Laney Elementary, 3333 Penn Ave. N.

Uplifting & connecting business owners/entrepreneurs with programs, funding resources & technical support–in the City & beyond–is what #LatinoBusinessWeek is all about! Join us this week for workshops, mixers & more. Event details and registration links at minneapolismn.gov/latino-business-week

We're nominating 3 sites important to our city's African American history to the Nat. Register of Historic Places. Years of community engagement are helping us recognize & preserve more diverse historical assets. www.fox9.com/news/minneap...

First Avenue NE between University Avenue NE and NE Second Street will be closed this afternoon and evening so crews can restore power following a crash. Please use alternate routes.

This week the Trump administration sued us as a direct attack on our commitment to supporting immigrants, refugees and families. This does not change our current policies or practices that dictate City staff does not operate or enforce federal immigration law. We will not be bullied by fear.

This week, the City launch automated enforcement of speed limits at five high-risk intersections as part of a traffic camera safety pilot program. The pilot is a key part of the City’s award-winning Vision Zero initiative to eliminate traffic deaths and severe injuries on Minneapolis streets.

Voting makes Minneapolis strong. Cast your ballot in the 2025 Municipal Election by voting early, by mail or on Election Day. Learn about all of your options at vote.minneapolismn.gov

Get your application in by tomorrow. Help shape Minneapolis policies on housing, transit, public safety & more by serving on a board or commission. 🗓️ Apply Sept. 1-30 🔗 Explore openings: https://shorturl.at/FyMGJ 🎥 Watch: https://youtu.be/tGlhQkC6R_A

Latino Business Week is almost here! Want a sneak peek? Listen to “Mi Ciudad” on La Raza Radio (95.7 FM / 1400 AM) Tuesday 9/30, 3–4 p.m. More details 👉 minneapolismn.gov/latino-business-week

City Council honored #WorkforceDevelopmentMonth in September with a resolution. Staff works with workforce partners year-round to build pathways to success for community. Read the resolution: https://lims.minneapolismn.gov/Download/FileV2/51705/Workforce-Development-Month-Honorary-Resolution.pdf

From the skyways to the streets, we're roaring from afar for the Lynx this weekend! And Public Works is making sure everyone knows it. Whose house? Our house! Go Lynx!

Help shape Minneapolis policies on housing, transit, public safety & more. Serve on a board or commission. ✅ Build leadership skills ✅ Connect with your community ✅ Make a real impact 🗓️ Apply Sept. 1-30 🔗 Explore openings: https://shorturl.at/FyMGJ 🎥 Watch: https://youtu.be/tGlhQkC6R_A

Minneapolis is launching a pilot of traffic safety cameras on Sept. 30. Cameras enforcing speed limits will begin issuing warnings starting at five locations across Minneapolis. Learn more about the pilot program: https://direc.to/nLY2

ICYMI: We released renderings of the Minneapolis Democracy Center, which will renovate and expand the former 3rd Precinct building, providing a new home for Elections & Voter Services staff and provide a space for community. Learn more at www.minneapolismn.gov/government/p...

Yesterday, staff gave an update on the progress developing the Minneapolis Democracy Center, including renderings of the building design at 3000 Minnehaha Ave. Construction is anticipated to begin in early 2026 and be completed in 2027.

That's a wrap on Open Streets season! A huge thanks to all of our community organizations that made these events really sing. Fall may be around the corner, but we're celebrating all things summer with Open Streets!

Lake Street Safety Center Open House -Wednesday, Sept. 24 - 2-5 p.m. - 2228 E. Lake St. Register to win a free bike! Learn more on the City's website: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/programs-initiatives/community-safety-centers/lake-st-safety-center/

Discuss future uses for the City-owned vacant lot at 427 Cedar Ave S. at a community meeting Weds., Sept. 24, 5:30-7:30pm. Check out the draft objectives, created with community input, which will guide the use of the site. Meeting at Brian Coyle Center: https://pillsburyunited.org/site/brian-coyle/

Hard work builds strong communities. CPED’s Career Pathways program helps people gain skills and access good jobs in nursing, auto work, medical manufacturing and more. Check out our Impact Report: minneapolismn.gov/cped-impact-...

The neighborhood assistance center is open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today, Sept. 21 for anyone impacted by recent shootings or affected by violence. The center is located at The Family Partnership - 1527 East Lake St. (Enter on Bloomington Ave).

The neighborhood assistance center is open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 20 and 21 for anyone impacted by recent shootings or affected by violence. The center is located at The Family Partnership - 1527 East Lake St. (Enter on Bloomington Ave).

The neighborhood assistance center is open through the weekend for anyone impacted by recent shootings or affected by violence. -Sept. 19 until 6 p.m. -Sept. 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. -Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The Family Partnership - 1527 East Lake St. (Enter on Bloomington Ave)

Early voting for the 2025 municipal election is now underway! Vote early by mail or in-person at the Early Vote Center, 980 E. Hennepin Ave., open 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Learn more and make your plan to vote at https://vote.minneapolismn.gov/.

It's a busy time in our great city! From Farm Aid to Open Streets, we expect about a million people in Minneapolis the next couple of months. Pack your patience and have a great time! https://www.minneapolismn.gov/news/2025/september/busy-fall/

After a long journey, Reeka and her son are loving their new home. CPED helped fund Harrison Townhomes with $2.13M to make homeownership more affordable through the Minneapolis Homes program. Read more about our work and opportunities: minneapolismn.gov/CPED-impact-...

During this Welcoming Week, we recognize that many Americans become citizens of this country through naturalization. Contact the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs at oira@minneapolismn.gov to learn more about the application process and a Citizenship Workshop taking place this weekend.

We are opening a neighborhood assistance center in collaboration with The Family Partnership for anyone impacted by recent shootings or violence in our city. Come and find free assistance and and several services at this location: - 1527 East Lake St. (Use the entrance along Bloomington Avenue)

Help shape Minneapolis policies on housing, transit, public safety & more. Serve on a board or commission. ✅ Build leadership skills ✅ Connect with your community ✅ Make a real impact 🗓️ Apply Sept. 1-30 🔗 Explore openings: https://shorturl.at/FyMGJ 🎥 Watch: https://youtu.be/tGlhQkC6R_A

After the recent violence and closure of the Lake Street Encampment we continue to take steps to provide resources to the community: Shelter access, medical aid, outreach, school support, and pet reunification. Visit our City’s website for more resources: https://bit.ly/3KsluFx

Homelessness is a symptom of many challenges in our society. The City of Minneapolis is committed to providing essential resources for individuals impacted by the ongoing violence, as well as for our unsheltered community members.

With City support, Simpson Housing Services and Project for Pride in Living are creating Simpson Apartments. It will offer 72 emergency shelter beds, 42 affordable housing units, on-site supportive services and hope. minneapolismn.gov/cped-impact-...

The City of Minneapolis has closed an encampment on private property at S. 28th Ave. and E. Lake St. due to public health and safety concerns caused by encampments.

Join us in celebrating the presentation of the 2025 Vision Zero for Youth Leadership Award. The City and Minneapolis Public Schools will gather on W. 27th Street between Grand and Harriet avenues from 4-6 p.m. Sept. 18 for ice cream, giveaways, demonstrations and more.

Read Commissioner’s Corner, where OCS Commissioner Todd Barnette provides updates about community safety work in Minneapolis. You can subscribe here: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MPLS/subscriber/new?topic_id=MPLS_753 Read: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MPLS/bulletins/3f14ba9

Jobs. Support. Hope. Wildflyer Coffee and Avivo are helping youth exit homelessness, and we're proud to help fund their wages and wraparound services. A timely example as Workforce Development Month approaches in September. minneapolismn.gov/cped-impact-...

The Minnesota Air Force Reserve will conduct a flyover of US Bank Stadium during the national anthem before Sunday’s Minnesota Vikings game. The flyover is expected to occur at approximately 7:19 p.m. today, Sunday,, Sept. 14.

Transit is a great way to get around, saving you money on gas and parking. Skip the drive Sept. 17 and give the bus or train a try with Transit to Work Day. And stop by our celebration at the Commons Park for free snacks, transit tours and more 4-6 p.m. Sept. 17.

The regular season may be done but the Minnesota Lynx aren’t! The WNBA playoffs return to Target Center Sunday as the Lynx begin another historic championship run. We’re showing our support throughout the city and in the streets…literally! Let’s go Lynx!

"Minneapolis, party of 2,000 -- your table is ready!" We had a blast at Dinner du Nord on Nicollet Mall yesterday seeing our community come together and share a delicious meal from local restaurants.

Join us in celebrating the presentation of the 2025 Vision Zero for Youth Leadership Award. The City and Minneapolis Public Schools will gather on W. 27th Street between Grand and Harriet avenues from 4-6 p.m. Sept. 18 for ice cream, giveaways, demonstrations and more.

When May Day Cafe’s future was uncertain, workers came together to reimagine it as a cooperative. With financial & technical support from CPED, they now co-own the cafe, in the community they love. Learn about our opportunities for entrepreneurs: minneapolismn.gov/cped-impact-...

Sept. 12-21 is Welcoming Week in Minneapolis and other cities around the country. It means all are welcome here: immigrants, refugees, everyone. Learn more at the website listed here - and find activities around town that welcome ALL.

Never Forget. MPD and MFD honored the lives lost on 9/11/01 — including the 343 firefighters and 72 police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice. In a moment of solidarity with first responders nationwide, they remembered the courage, service, & sacrifice shown that day. We will never forget.

Following a successful pilot last year, the City of Minneapolis is expanding the Vibrant Storefronts initiative in year two! Eight local artists and creative entrepreneurs will bring culture and creativity to even more vacant retail spaces in even more neighborhoods across Minneapolis.

Help shape Minneapolis policies on housing, transit, public safety & more. Serve on a board or commission. Build leadership skills, connect with your community, make an impact 🗓️ Apply: Sept. 1-30 🔗 Explore openings: https://shorturl.at/FyMGJ 🎥 Watch: https://youtu.be/tGlhQkC6R_A

Step Up opens doors. Just ask Nasra Hussein, once a Step Up intern, now finance manager at Children’s Dental Services. Since 2003, Step Up has connected thousands of youth to paid internships. Learn more: minneapolismn.gov/cped-impact-...

Share your feedback on the proposed 2026 property tax levy. The Board of Estimate & Taxation will hold a public hearing on the maximum levy for the Mayor's recommended 2026 budget at 5:05 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10. Get the details: www.minneapolismn.gov/news/2025/au...

Transit is a great way to get around, saving you money on gas and parking. Skip the drive Sept. 17 and give the bus or train a try with Transit to Work Day. And stop by our celebration at the Commons Park for free snacks, transit tours and more 4-6 p.m. Sept. 17.