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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Serving Safety

We provide food safety resources to keep your customers safe.
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.
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Community garden compost

The City offers no cost and low-cost compost to community gardens in Minneapolis.
Paint cans and paint brush.

Graffiti paint over program

You can get paint from the City to paint over graffiti on public property. Paint is available for traffic signal poles, control boxes and fire hydrants.
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Zero Waste

We want to reduce garbage thrown away in landfills and waste-to-energy facilities. Learn how we plan to do this.
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Upper Harbor Redevelopment

We're reconnecting North Minneapolis to the riverfront with new places to work and live, a 20-acre park and a community performing arts center.
Minneapolis firefighters at the Drake hotel fire.

Fire Explorers

We provide youth an opportunity to explore a career in the fire and emergency service fields. This training is hands-on.
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Mobility hubs

You can learn about the Minneapolis mobility hub pilot program.
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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.
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Recycling block leader

You can become a recycling block leader and help make a difference in your community.
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Women's Leadership Academy

Women can take part in this training and experience what it's like to be a Minneapolis police officer.
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Police Explorers

See what it is like to be a Minneapolis police officer. You can take part in this training.
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