The City highlights Earth Month with a focus on water conservation, particularly for lawn and garden upkeep, and promotes sustainable practices like smart irrigation and native plantings.

Bloomington's inaugural CEO Summit aimed to foster economic growth and partnerships between local government and major businesses like HealthPartners and Mall of America.

The AASD and DSD announced the transition to CFSS, training events for providers and agencies, a listening session on LTC workforce integration, and sought public comment on the CADI Waiver.

Anoka County offers a free paper shredding event on May 3 for residents and small businesses to securely shred documents at the Coon Rapids Recycling Center, with a five-box limit.

Bloomington is conducting activities in May, including a BINGO game, to promote organics recycling, with free compost giveaways and educational events. Residents can learn more and RSVP at the city's website.

Bloomington Crime Prevention Association hosts its 31st Book ’Em sale, encouraging donations of used books and media to support community and sustainability.

Bloomington welcomed nurse Alex Najafalipour to its public health team, drawing on his healthcare and customer service background for community-centric work.

Wright County's Compost & Recycling Facility is closed due to construction until April 29, when it will reopen at a provisional site, with limitations on accepted items.

Minnetonka homeowners enjoy free energy assessments through a city-state initiative, identifying and fixing home energy inefficiencies to save on bills.

Bloomington celebrated National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, honoring 911 center professionals for handling over 142,614 calls and 79,832 dispatch events in the past year.

Bloomington plans a new veterans memorial at Harrison Park with enhancements, part of the Nine Mile Creek renewal, seeking to honor veterans and improve the area.

Minneapolis Public Works began annual spring street cleaning on April 22, expecting to finish in four weeks, with temporary "No Parking" signs posted to avoid towing inconveniences. An online map helps residents track the schedule.

Minneapolis celebrates Earth Day and a decade of its Green to Go Ordinance, ensuring takeout containers are recyclable or compostable, reflecting on the environmental benefits and urging continued efforts towards zero waste.