Minneapolis Prioritizes Community Safety and Affordable Housing in Resident-Powered Initiatives
The article summarizes Minneapolis community engagement in shaping city initiatives, prioritizing safety, housing, and more, alongside civil rights efforts, senior support, and employment opportunities.
Historic Leadership: Black Women Co-Chair Minnesota Legislature Conference Committee
Two Black women, Senator Zaynab Mohamed and Representative Esther Agbaje, are leading a Minnesota Legislature conference committee for the first time, co-chairing discussions on the Tenants’ Rights Bill.
Dakota County Homeowners Face May 15 Deadline for Property Tax Payments or Risk Penalties
Dakota County homeowners must pay their property taxes by May 15 to avoid penalties. Multiple payment options are available, including online, by phone, mail, or in-person. Late payments incur fines based on the amount and payment date.
Bloomington's Polar Semiconductor on the Rise with $525 Million Expansion, Aiming to Double Output and Add Jobs
Polar Semiconductor is expanding its Bloomington facility with a $525 million investment, bolstered by federal and state funding, which is expected to double output and create 160 jobs.
Coon Rapids City Council Celebrates Public Works and Poppy Day, Awards Grants and Advances Housing and Labor Initiatives
The Coon Rapids City Council announced "National Public Works Week" and "Poppy Day," granted an amended gambling permit, received a grant, awarded contracts for street maintenance, and approved labor agreement with Teamsters Local 320.
Minneapolis Council Member Wonsley Backs Contracts for Unarmed Public Safety Workers Amid Local Improvements
Council Member Robin Wonsley supports overdue contracts for public safety workers and address delayed payments to GVI organizations in Minneapolis. The Ward approves a new layout for the Nicollet Avenue revamp and funds crime prevention in Dinkytown.
Minneapolis City Council Advances Downtown Revitalization and Neighborhood Safety Initiatives
The Minneapolis City Council is advancing projects to rejuvenate the city, enhance safety, and honor community diversity through initiatives like the Vibrant Downtown Storefronts program and safety contracts extension.
Minneapolis City Council Unveils Progressive Plans for Human Rights and City Services Improvement
The Minneapolis City Council is working on city services and human rights enhancements, focusing on shelters, social work, green initiatives, vending programs, civil rights expansion, and health resources.