News and Events
January 2007
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Project manager named for new Community Relations Department
Think outside the box and conserve this holiday
Snow Emergencies are making friends on Facebook and MySpace
Minneapolis City offices closed Jan. 1, New Year’s Day
Do your part this winter – keep your sidewalks clear of snow and ice
Minneapolis City offices closed Dec. 25 for Christmas
Minneapolis crime numbers down for second year in a row
City officials respond to Governor’s cuts to local governments
Beware: Careless smoking costs lives, causes property damage
Wireless Minneapolis results in new funding to help bridge the digital divide
City moves toward more sustainable purchases
Digital TV test could cause brief loss of programming for many viewers
Minneapolis testing state-of-the-art parking meters
Make it a safe holiday season—watch out for fire hazards
Minneapolis – a city for all ages: ranked one of the best cities to grow old in
Downtown Minneapolis takes a big step toward becoming cleaner, greener and safer
Minneapolis-St. Paul repeats as top metro area in the nation for business
Get creative, and make a video to spread the word about Snow Emergencies
Minneapolis City officials move to institute hiring freeze
Minneapolis’ new electric cars take to the streets quietly, cleanly
Workshop helps residents deter burglars, make homes more secure
Once again, Minneapolis wins National Night Out’s top award
Six civilians recognized for prompt actions in two rescues
STEP-UP program seeks Minneapolis youth for 2009 summer jobs
Remember to vote! Here’s what you need to know
Minneapolis shines this holiday season
Find out what you need to know to have a successful Snow Emergency season
Minneapolis Truth in Taxation public hearing set for Monday, Dec. 1
Weigh in on proposed changes to Hennepin and 1st avenues in Downtown
Minneapolis approves $5.6 million foreclosure plan
Minneapolis City offices closed Nov. 27 and 28
Minneapolis offers resources for dislocated workers
Campaign signs must come down in Minneapolis
New Block E Station to serve as outreach and safety center downtown
Yard waste pick-up ends the week of Nov. 21
City seeks public comment on federal foreclosure funds
Minneapolis City offices closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day
Air quality advisory issued for Twin Cities for Nov. 4
Turn back the clock and take steps to keep your family safe
Minneapolis’ green initiatives featured in TV documentary
Help celebrate Minneapolis Development Review’s success
Minneapolis Police seek qualified students to serve as community service officers
Minneapolis leads Midwest health care investments
Minneapolis is ready for record-high voter turnout on Nov. 4
Halloween – keep it safe and fun!
2008 Charitable Giving Campaign is Oct. 17 – Oct. 31
Minneapolis seeks to fill two vacancies on Arts Commission
Voice your opinion on proposed changes to Hennepin and 1st avenues in Downtown
City seeks applicants for new Neighborhood and Community Engagement Commission
Minneapolis’ five-week fall street sweep begins Tuesday, Oct. 21
Learn more about getting help paying your natural gas bill
Help keep emerald ash borer from devastating Minneapolis trees
Minneapolis City offices closed Columbus Day, Oct. 13
Minneapolis Public Schools referendum on Nov. 4 ballot
Minneapolis sees downward trend in crashes between bikes and vehicles
Task force reports progress in lowering youth violence
Voice your opinion on changes to Hennepin Avenue and First Avenue North
Portion of Lake of the Isles Parkway to close for two weeks
Thousands take to the streets for Oct. 5 Twin Cities Marathon
10th Avenue Bridge to close part of Sunday, Oct. 5
Ann DeGroot to head Youth Coordinating Board
Fire Prevention Week promotes family, pet safety
Residents give Minneapolis high marks for quality of life
City employees take quick action to help save a heart attack victim
Free ‘Wireless Wednesday’ to help raise funds for hurricane victims
Bicycle commuting up nearly 50 percent in Minneapolis
Minneapolis approves steps to improve the City’s collaboration with neighborhoods
Minneapolis ranked as one of the most sustainable cities in the U.S.
Pre-registration deadline for General Election is Oct. 14
Share your input on the City's financing plan for neighborhood revitalization
Gold Medal Park to be home to bridge collapse memorial
Workshop promotes well-managed rental properties
Lane restrictions to affect portions of 3rd and 4th streets in Downtown
Kenilworth Bridge along Lake of the Isles to close for two weeks
Minneapolis voters go to the polls Tuesday, Sept. 9
Highway 62 to close Sept. 12 weekend
Public hearing on license fee increases set for Oct. 1
There’s plenty of parking Downtown—make sure you’re parking legally!
What you need to know about traffic in Minneapolis during the RNC
Join “More to Tri” and show the nation how fit Minneapolis is
Cuernavaca, Mexico to become Minneapolis’ newest Sister City
Absentee voting for Sept. 9 Primary is now open
Free wireless access for convention visitors, residents
Public Works wins national award for bridge collapse response
Get Out the Vote festival promotes ‘Restore Your Voice’ initiative
Mayor delivers 2009 budget to Council
Alex Jackson becomes Minneapolis Fire Chief
Volunteer to spruce up Minneapolis before company comes!
Some City services to remain open on Labor Day; 311 service available this weekend
Minneapolis one of top U.S. cities to earn a living
Picking kids up at school? Turn off the engine!
Help make Minneapolis the most walkable city around
Minneapolis Bike Walk Ambassadors can help improve your commute
Sign up to receive Minneapolis utility bills by e-mail
City Council approves resolution to
support voter re-enfranchisement
Major downtown transit overhaul project launched
Removing blighted properties promotes stronger, safer neighborhoods
Minneapolis Police honors officers, civilians for valor, service, and dedication
Alex Jackson is new Minneapolis Fire Chief
Torchlight Parade pays tribute to Minneapolis 150
I-35W southbound from I-94 to Crosstown to close nights July 29-31
Art fairs, Fringe Festival make for an art-filled weekend
Share your input on proposed outline of City's future relationship with neighborhoods
Air quality advisory issued for Twin Cities for July 28 through Aug. 2
Minneapolis Saint Paul again leads the nation in volunteering
Donation helps Minneapolis Fire Department get new gear
Minneapolis honored for noise mitigation efforts
Work group proposes framework for community engagement
Plan ahead for the September 9 Primary
City’s commitment to public safety reflected in lower crime numbers
MN/DOT to close portions of I-35W in both directions this weekend
Youth Coordinating Board seeks executive director
Busting bicycling myths for a safer ride this summer
Nicollet and Hiawatha avenues are important detours this weekend
Questions about your tap water?
New nonprofit created to aid riverfront revitalization
Do your part to protect our water quality
Play it safe with July 4 fireworks
Minneapolis named one of top cities for building personal net worth
Minnehaha Parkway at I-35W to close on July 2 and 3
Workshop helps housing associations prevent, reduce crime
Learn more about how RNC events will affect Minneapolis
Social services is the theme of annual Latino Resource Fair
Forum helps connect Latino community with City services
Current, former city leaders gather to kick off Minneapolis 150
Public ceremonies to commemorate I-35W Bridge collapse anniversary
See a baseball game played by the rules from 1860!
National Night Out street closure deadline is July 25
“Town Limits” signs mark 150 years of growth and change
Mississippi River series featured through Art in the Mayor’s Office
Sister City Day celebrates Minneapolis’ 150 year heritage
Minneapolis City offices closed on Independence Day
Minneapolis named one of the most livable cities in the world
Roadwork to close portions of Second Avenue South and Columbia Parkway
Buses give youth free rides to their summer activities
Children’s Hospital expansion closes portion of Chicago Avenue
Sign up to volunteer during the Republican National Convention
Minneapolis approves layout for Central Corridor Light Rail
School board candidates can file July 1
Minneapolis community engagement work continues
Minneapolis Police help with Cedar Rapids flooding recovery
Minneapolis one of best U.S. cities for the outdoors
Walking tours bring Minneapolis history to life
New police patrols make Downtown even safer
Public input sought on new bicycle master plan
Minneapolis limits vehicle idling to improve air quality
Three schools to provide free meals to parents and kids
Minneapolis ranks among top places to raise a family
New Police Academy cadet class is one of the most diverse
Celebrate Minneapolis’ 150th Anniversary at events this summer
City wins wellness award
Minneapolis MOSAIC kicks off June 7
National Night Out Planning Week is June 16-22
Reduce risk of theft by following a few simple tips
Spanish language training valuable part of MPD outreach
Farmers market season begins
ABC ramps offer carpoolers free parking on Wednesdays in May
Forum focuses on the future of arts in Minneapolis
City sets public hearing for Central Corridor light rail project plans
Section 8 housing voucher waiting list takes applications June 12 and 13
Minneapolis hosts state Green by Design conference
Minneapolis City offices closed on Memorial Day
Metro area tops nation as heart-friendly for women
New, tough guidelines to help reduce youth gun possession, violence
Public hearing set on proposed vehicle booting ban
Midtown Bike Center a haven for bicycle commuters
Midtown Greenway bridge named in honor of former U.S. Rep. Sabo
Help, information available at Southside foreclosure forum
Minneapolis resident survey will be conducted in May and June
Minneapolis recognized as a bike friendly community
Share a graffiti-prevention solution to help clean up your neighborhood
Share your comments on a draft resolution on registering RNC demonstrations
New, high-tech 3-wheelers help police patrol downtown
Report tracks progress in making Minneapolis more sustainable
Weigh in on new street furniture designs at an open house
Minneapolis Police squad cars get new look, go high tech
Group of 32 diverse officers joins Minneapolis Police force
Join the effort to find mentors for hundreds of waiting kids
Cable program shares the story of Minneapolis’ first 150 years
Lowry Avenue Bridge to close April 25
New bike center a boon to commuters, bike enthusiasts
46th Street Bridge to close April 25 for demolition
Minneapolis and Saint Paul push for green jobs, manufacturing
Safety fair helps young people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind
City Council approves next steps to implement Instant Runoff Voting
Fire Department’s Engine 11 celebrates 150th anniversary
Lowry Avenue in north Minneapolis to close for repairs
Minneapolis wins victory in real estate fraud lawsuit
New City Web site can help homeowners go green
Help keep Minneapolis a great city for people, pets
Minneapolis awards 2008 climate change grants
Road crews target potholes in Minneapolis
Construction closes Nicollet Mall to traffic starting April 21
Enter your home for an energy efficiency makeover
Street sweeping begins April 15; watch for no parking signs
Minneapolis & Saint Paul Home Tour showcases city living
Minneapolis joins lawsuit to stop real estate fraud scheme on North side
Fair Housing Month focuses on housing for seniors
City urges state to allow funding for neighborhood investments
Join in Bike Walk to Work Week activities
Help Minneapolis celebrate 150 years of people, places, and innovations
Celebrate National Police Week at precinct open houses
Minneapolis ranks among top places to recruit small businesses
“Don’t block the box” during our springtime snowstorm
Cigarette butts go in the ashtray, not in the street
Final phase of Lake Street reconstruction resumes
Join “Earth Hour” on March 29 and help fight climate change
Protect our water by creating naturally beautiful rain gardens
Newsletter helps you prepare for severe weather
Main Street Bridge in NE Minneapolis closes for replacement
Brave 7-year-old receives 911 Hero Award
Minneapolis named among the greenest places around
Learn what Minneapolis is doing to ease congestion
Questions about national reports of local drinking water?
Minneapolis Police seek public’s assistance in identifying robbery suspect
Order a tree for your yard and help green Minneapolis
March 14 is application deadline for graffiti prevention micro grants
Safeguard your home to have a worry-free spring vacation
Help make Minneapolis the most walkable city around
“Adopt a vacant house” to promote safer neighborhoods
School trip to the Black Hills inspires art exhibit
Minneapolis seeks Fire Chief
Mayor Rybak plans for a strong economy in State of City address
Minneapolis 911 wins national award
City’s environmental leadership recognized
Minneapolis tap water is the star of local theater production
There’s still time to get a flu shot
Get answers on your property taxes at an open house
Conference promotes sustainable communities
Lowry Avenue Bridge closed Feb. 28
City workshop promotes well-managed rental properties
City celebrates $8 million redevelopment project in North Minneapolis
Minneapolis Police honor block clubs and volunteers
Apply for a grant to fight global warming
Calendar helps residents have a green 2008
Minneapolis kicks off sesquicentennial celebration
Minneapolis ranks high among greenest U.S. cities
City offers homebuyers new online toolkit
Minneapolis City offices closed on Presidents Day, Feb. 18
Minneapolis named among fittest cities in the nation
Circulator buses provide free transportation for kids
“Don’t block the box” on this evening’s snowy commute
Susan Segal is the new City Attorney
Air pollution advisory issued for southern Minnesota
City of Lakes Loppet ski races set for Feb. 2 - 3
Neighborhoods near the U of M encouraged to apply for Good Neighbor Fund grants
Minneapolis again ranks as one of the top cities in the nation to have a baby
Residents should check with utility companies before letting workers into your home
Thousands of Minneapolis homes will receive airport noise relief following legal settlement
At-risk youth have new path to success, services
Find out about project to increase public transit in I-35W corridor
Minneapolis honors 2008 Martin Luther King Essay Contest winners
NRP ‘Framework for the Future’ informational meetings set
Minneapolis is one of top cities for walking, biking, or taking transit to work
Minneapolis City offices closed Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Jan. 21
Sign up for police e-mail alerts to help make your neighborhood safer
Most entrances to I-94 and I-394 reopen following tanker rollover
Share your ideas on how Minneapolis should look, feel, and function in 2030
Get Fit Twin Cities: A fun way to be healthy
New newsletter helps families be ready for emergencies
Minneapolis captures top honors in 2007
Citizen’s Academy offers inside look into the life of a Minneapolis Police officer
Black History Month events focus on economics
Wireless Minneapolis grants help bridge the digital divide
Minneapolis City offices closed Jan. 1, New Year’s Day
More cops, technology, smart policing keep Minneapolis safer in 2007
Minneapolis tops national study as most literate city
Minneapolis cancels Snow Emergency beginning at 5 p.m., Christmas Eve
Minneapolis gives its approval for City and County library consolidation
Minneapolis City offices closed Dec. 25 for Christmas
Minneapolis City Council moves forward on plan for NRP’s future
National study highlights Minneapolis’ innovative crime-fighting initiatives
Minneapolis receives grant to build largest urban solar array in the Midwest
Minneapolis Truth in Taxation public hearing set for Dec. 11
State to measure arsenic levels in south Minneapolis children
Help keep the traffic moving: Be a considerate and smart ‘snow’ driver
Don’t forget to shovel your sidewalks!!
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