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August 3

Frey, Carter issue new masking guidance amid delta variant spread and COVID-19 case increases in Twin Cities

In following latest CDC recommendations, mayors recommend using masks in all indoor public spaces and are requiring masks for local government staff as well as all visitors to City-owned buildings.
Mayor
July 30

Keep your family safe by loving your natural skin; skin-lightening products contain dangerous chemicals

It isn't widely known, but skin lightening products are very harmful. For example, they contain dangerous chemicals including mercury that cause serious health impacts. These products are a direct result of colorism and racism.
Health Department
Hands using skin-lightening product
July 27

Candidates begin filing for City election today

The two-week filing period for candidates in the Nov. 2 municipal election begins today. Offices on the 2021 ballot include mayor, City Council, Board of Estimate and Taxation, and Park and Recreation Board.
City Clerk
July 23

New Department of Arts & Cultural Affairs approved

The Minneapolis City Council has approved the creation of a new Department of Arts & Cultural Affairs, which will begin to take shape this fall. The department is charged with advancing a diverse and active arts and cultural environment.
City Coordinator
July 23

City Council approves framework for single room occupancy housing, providing another affordable housing option in Minneapolis

The City Council approved changes to its Housing Maintenance Code and Zoning Code today allowing for single room occupancy (SRO) units – a measure intended to address a gap in affordable housing options for low-wage workers in Minneapolis.
Community Planning & Economic Development
July 21

Keep yourself and your pet safe during extreme heat

With extreme hot temperatures still in the forecast, Minneapolis City officials want to remind everyone how to handle the heat. Heat-related illness happens when the body isn’t able to cool itself.
Health Department
July 21

Minneapolis approves investments of $14 million to create affordable homeownership opportunities, mitigate racial disparities in homeownership

The City Council recently approved $14M of financing for Minneapolis Homes programs. Minneapolis Homes: Financing investments will create 104 affordable homeownership units in Minneapolis, 62 new construction, 42 acquisition and rehabilitation.
Community Planning & Economic Development
July 21

Trees need an inch of water every week

During our drought, remember that trees – especially young trees – need watering any time it doesn’t rain an inch in a week. Under the sprinkling restrictions, tree watering is allowed with a dripping hose, bucket or tree watering bag as needed.
City Coordinator
July 20

City implements even-odd water sprinkling restrictions in response to drought

Effective tomorrow, July 21, the City of Minneapolis is implementing even-odd water sprinkling restrictions until further notice.
Public Works
July 16

Mayor Frey to nominate Heather Johnston to serve as interim City Coordinator

At the Monday, July 19 meeting of the Executive Committee, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey will nominate Heather Johnston to serve as interim City Coordinator following the departure of Mark Ruff.
City Coordinator
July 16

As drought conditions intensify, City reminds residents, businesses to use water wisely

In response to the ongoing drought conditions, the City of Minneapolis reminds residents to practice responsible water conservation efforts. The city is in a drought watch as defined by the Minnesota DNR Drought Action Plan.
Public Works
July 14

An update on the City’s response to homeless encampments

The City is currently monitoring several encampments throughout the city, providing outreach and hygiene and trash collection support.
Community Planning & Economic Development
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