Programs and initiatives

Learn about City programs and efforts to improve our City. Search by department or interest area to learn more.
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Food Forward

We help restaurants reduce wasted food, save money, and make a lasting impact.
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Homegrown Minneapolis

We expand our community's capacity to grow and share food.
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Digital equity

Information Technology helps residents access high-speed internet and technology resources. We support efforts to address the digital divide in Minneapolis.
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City Trees

We offer a low-cost way for residents and businesses to help build the city's tree canopy.
Sidewalk cafe open for business

Minneapolis Forward

Our city continues to show resilience and strength. We move forward together no matter the challenges that come our way.
school children

Safe Routes to School

This program makes it safer for kids to travel to and from school, parks, libraries and other places in the neighborhood.
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National Night Out

The first Tuesday in August is a night to gather with your neighbors and partner with police.
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Parklets and street cafes

You can enroll to host a parklet or open a street café in the City of Minneapolis.
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Clean City Classroom

When you become a Clean City Classroom educator, you can teach youth about the best ways to handle waste. We'll provide you lesson plans and materials at no cost.
MinneapolUS is a street outreach team led by the Minneapolis Office of Violence Prevention

MinneapolUS

Our violence interrupters identify and calm conflicts that may lead to serious violence.
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Stable Homes Stable Schools

We offer stable housing and schooling for elementary-age students and their families.
Staff look at current map of council wards and voting precincts

Redistricting

A process to set new election district lines based on the current population.
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