Coon Rapids is hosting the Public Works Open House on May 18, offering residents a glimpse into city services, including a tour of facilities and up-close views of snowplows and tractors.

Eden Prairie City Manager Rick Getschow wins the Dr. Robert A. Barrett Award for Management Excellence from the Minnesota City/County Management Association.

The University of Minnesota proposes a $5.1 billion budget, anticipating increased costs and modest state funding. Tuition may rise by 1.5%-5.5%, while employee wages could get a 3%-4% bump. Public input is welcome at a forum on May 10.

Blaine's Soil and Sunshine Garden Club is holding its annual plant sale on May 17-18 at 8712 Lincoln Street, offering various plants to support their initiatives and a student scholarship.

Avivo's Low Barrier Shelter initiative in Minneapolis has housed 520 clients and transitioned 200 into permanent homes over four years.

Minneapolis is fostering community and sustainability through food initiatives, including the Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council's event and honoring local food heroes, while promoting urban farming, no-mow yards, and indigenous cuisine.

St. Louis Park will host its annual Gardening Swap on May 21, offering a free exchange of gardening items among community members at the Recreation Outdoor Center.

The Brooklyn Park Planning Commission will meet on May 8 to discuss zoning and city planning issues, with a live broadcast on Cable TV and online. Public participation is encouraged.

Bloomington ends its Curbside Cleanup on May 4 for residents east of Portland Ave. The event allows locals to discard bulky items curbside. It's available to specific utility bill-paying homes and includes a monthly service for recyclable items.

The article discusses "No Mow May," a movement encouraging people to stop mowing their lawns in May to support biodiversity and help pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Jeff Dulac receives the 2023 Spirit of Minnetonka award for his long-standing tech contributions and public service, recognized for his extensive institutional knowledge and dedication.

Minneapolis is engaging with various community groups to gather input on services for upcoming Community Safety Centers in the city's south side, with a sequence of outreach meetings scheduled from May to June.

Eden Prairie celebrates Senior Awareness Month with events like Pinochle games, a Shred Truck for document disposal, and engagements with local chiefs, as detailed in a city bulletin.