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.
trees near a river and streetlight

City Trees

We offer a low-cost way for residents and businesses to help build the city's tree canopy.
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Public Health Pathways

Our program offers internship pathways and direct experience in public health.
Emergency kit

Ready Camp emergency prep training

You can take our free training to learn how to prepare for an emergency.
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Public Health Community Institute

We educate community members on the basics of public health.
People working in community garden

Homegrown Minneapolis

We expand our community's capacity to grow and share food.
Welcoming Week sign

Welcoming Week

Read our information and updates about annual Welcoming Week events.
Exterior of former Kmart on Nicollet with large parking lot and cars in foreground

New Nicollet Redevelopment

We're creating new places and opportunities on the former Kmart site in South Minneapolis.
A mounted traffic safety camera.

Traffic safety camera pilot

We explain how and why we are using traffic cameras to enforce speed limits.
Intersection of George Floyd Square at 38th St and Chicago Ave.

George Perry Floyd Square at 38th & Chicago

We honor the memory of George Perry Floyd as we work to redevelop the site of his murder.
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.
SWR Clean City Earth Day

Creating a climate legacy

We support programs that save money and help our climate.
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