St. Louis Park has a public hearing for a variance on parking requirements for a new restaurant at Texa-Tonka Shopping Center. Community input is welcome in person or via email by 3:30 p.m. on March 19, 2025.

St. Louis Park City Council approves zoning changes to create more inclusive housing, consolidating residential districts and allowing multi-unit dwellings in some single-unit zones. A new zoning map will be in effect by March 28, 2025.

Minneapolis officials are examining the police's response to Allison Lussier's death, prompted by family and council members, due to concerns about the initial investigation's quality.

Minnesota Senator Aric Putnam seeks funding for the Preschool 4 Success program, aiming to boost early childhood education and enhance community partnerships.

Ramsey County will send out 2025 property valuation notices and tax statements in late March, and residents can challenge valuations before November. An informational video is available in five languages, and an open book meeting is set for April 9.

Minneapolis Council Member Jason Chavez criticizes proposed Minnesota legislation aiming to ban transgender girls from sports, citing harm and fear it would cause in the trans community.

Minneapolis is seeking members for its Pedestrian Advisory Committee to enhance the city's walkability. Applications are open with support for translation and interpreting services.

Minnesota's Green Bank faced a setback due to a federal funding freeze, jeopardizing its climate mitigation efforts and projects supporting renewable energy and job creation.

Blaine seeks a new city manager following Michelle Wolfe's retirement announcement. The city hired SGR to conduct a nationwide search for a replacement before Wolfe's June departure.

The Morrison County Board of Commissioners has a busy week of meetings on public, pipeline safety, waste management, and more. Residents can participate and request accommodations if needed.

Senator Judy Seeberger introduces Senate File 1329 to increase penalties for assaulting EMS workers and firefighters, citing a rise in violence against first responders.

Minnesota Republican senators push for a trans sports ban bill, opposed by the Senate Queer Caucus, amidst accusations of political distraction from other vital issues.

Anoka County has released property tax statements and valuation notices, available by mail and online, with advice for new property owners regarding transfers.