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October 2

Minneapolis announces construction permit process change, expediting development timelines

Streamlined process will allow hundreds of permits each year to move forward within days while complying with applicable building codes
Community Planning & Economic Development
October 2

Latino Business Week 2026 celebrates entrepreneurship and invests in economic opportunity

Mayor Jacob Frey officially proclaims October 3 – 11 Latino Business Week to encourage the community to support Latino-owned businesses across Minneapolis
Community Planning & Economic Development
September 29

City Council announces 2027 budget public hearing dates, encourages public participation

Residents can share feedback on the proposed budget at an upcoming public hearing
City Council
September 28

Fourth Minneapolis NARCAN® vending machine expands access to life-saving medication

Southside vending machine provides free, anonymous access to more than 100 boxes of NARCAN® around the clock.
Health Department
September 25

17 cadets graduate from Minneapolis Fire Academy

The Minneapolis Fire Department (MFD) welcomed its next class of cadets when they graduated from the Fire Academy during a ceremony at the Capri Theater.
Fire
September 21

City Celebrates One Year of Mobile Medical Unit Expanding Access to Care

Bringing Low-Barrier Health Care Directly to the Community
Health Department
September 18

Minneapolis sees jump in major events as busy September brings visitors, economic impact

September’s 44 major events outpace June and July combined, bringing more opportunities to experience Minneapolis
Community Planning & Economic Development
September 15

City of Minneapolis recognizes National Voter Registration Day

National Voter Registration Day celebrates the importance of registering to vote. Eligible Minneapolis voters are encouraged to register.
City Clerk
September 14

City Council hears staff reports on budget recommendations

The finalized schedule consists of nearly 40 presentation topics.
City Council
September 10

Minneapolis Police Chief search advances as candidate review begins

More than a dozen internal and external people have applied, and community engagement continues as the City prepares for interviews.
Police
September 10

Minneapolis celebrates Welcoming Week, connecting communities and building belonging

The designated week, Sept. 10-19, brings residents together through cultural events, community conversations and a special Citizenship Day presentation.
Neighborhood & Community Relations
September 2

Three dead, others injured in Loring Park shooting

Victims include multiple Minneapolis police officers and civilians; suspected shooter dead
Police
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