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Published on November 09, 2024
Minneapolis 311 and Service Centers to Close Temporarily on Nov. 21 for ImprovementsSource: Google Street View

Residents of Minneapolis who depend on municipal information and services will need to mark their calendars for a brief change this month. The Minneapolis 311 and the Minneapolis Service Centers downtown and in the East Lake Community Safety Center will be taking a pause in operations on Thursday, Nov. 21. According to a notice posted by the city, the closure is for a single day to allow the team to concentrate on strategies aimed at enhancing service and better supporting the community of residents.

For those needing access to city services during this downtime, the city has outlined several alternatives to reach out for non-emergencies. Information and reports can still be made online, with residents being able to report everything from barking dogs to graffiti using an online form. Additionally, while the 311 services are closed, those in need can dial 311 or 612-673-3000 and leave a message for a callback once normal business hours resume on Friday, Nov. 22. However, the city stresses that as always, 911 should be called for any emergencies.

Minneapolis 311 is a vital resource for community members seeking city information and services. Operated via multiple platforms, it offers assistance online on the City website, by phone at 311 or 612-673-3000, and in person at its downtown location at 505 Fourth Ave. S., skyway level, and at the East Lake Community Safety Center, located at 2228 E. Lake St. The service acts as a bridge between the city’s administration and its inhabitants, facilitating a flow of information that maintains the city's pulse.

For further details on what services are available and how to access them during the closure, residents are encouraged to visit the City of Minneapolis website. Here, they can find a comprehensive list of contacts for different departments, as well as the variety of city topics that might concern an average resident or business in the area.