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5/8/2025
Dear Ward 6 Neighbors,
Happy Thursday,
I want to ensure that the 2026 city budget reflects the actual needs and priorities of our Ward 6 residents. Before making these critical decisions, I want to hear directly from you. What issues impact your daily life? Whether it is affordable housing, homelessness, public safety, the opioid crisis, youth programs, or something else, your voice matters, and it will help guide our efforts moving forward. Please don’t hesitate to call my office, email us, or visit during my community office hours. I’m here to listen and advocate for the resources our Ward 6 neighborhoods need.
Thank you!
- CM Jamal Osman
 The mosaic benches at the corner of Chicago and Franklin are known by many names: The Thrones, the Phillips Gateway, and Touchstone Plaza.
The mosaic benches have reached the end of their life and are planned to be removed later this spring. While we are saddened by the loss to the community, we also welcome the chance to breathe new life into Peavey Park and begin the process of envisioning new public art created with the community.
Join the second community meeting to discuss updates on the removal of the Phillips Gateway, including timing, special considerations and possible preservation of a few mosaic sections. Project staff will also share next steps for community engagement and planning a future artwork for Peavey Park.
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When:May 20, 7:00 p.m.
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Where: Norway House – 913 East Franklin Ave.
- Snacks and beverages provided
Questions? Contact Sarah Linnes-Robinson. Sarah.LinnesRobinson@minneapolismn.gov
 The murder of George Floyd and the events of 2020 ignited a movement and changed Minneapolis forever. Five years later, the City of Minneapolis reflects on its path of reform and racial healing.
We understand that progress requires both accountability and deep community engagement. We invite you to learn more about our progress, our challenges and our commitment to doing better for the people of our city:
 The Met Council’s METRO Blue Line Extension project is seeking public feedback on design updates for two different areas. Your feedback will help shape station designs and the character of the areas along the corridor.
Blue Line Extension community meetings
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North Minneapolis West Broadway reconstruction, Penn Avenue station area, 21st Avenue light rail corridor
Staff presentation and community discussion 5-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 13 UROC, 2001 Plymouth Ave. N.
Community discussion 5-7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 15 Twin Cities Urban League, 2100 Plymouth Ave. N.
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North Loop Quarterly meeting for design and environment review updates
Staff presentation and community discussion 5-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 20 North Loop Garage, 600 Eighth Ave. N., Room 104
Community discussion 5-7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 22 North Loop Garage, 600 Eighth Ave. N., Room 104
If you have questions or need help to attend these meetings, email the Blue Line Extension Project office.
Learn more about Met Council’s plans to extend the Blue Line.
At a public listening session coming up May 15, the Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee and the Planning Commission will discuss the projects currently under review for the Minneapolis 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Plan. The committee invites public participation for a deeper understanding of community perspectives, to incorporate public input into their discussions with City departments, and to share information about the committee’s role in shaping the City’s long-range capital planning.
Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee and City Planning Commission Special meeting, public listening session 6 p.m. Thursday, May 15 Public Service Building, Room 100AB 505 Fourth Ave. S.
The Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee
The Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee is a group of residents and business leaders who advise the City of Minneapolis on its six-year Capital Improvement Plan. They share recommendations through an annual report. It will meet until the end of June.
See what’s happening on the upcoming calendar or previous agendas and minutes.
A new citywide student dance program is bringing dance education to students in all 13 wards. After the closure of the Cowles Center for Dance Education in 2024, the city’s dance community rallied for something new, something bold. This program is the response.
The program will include:
- Dance classes in every Minneapolis Public Schools elementary school
- Dance companies in residence at Minneapolis Public Schools secondary schools
- Dance programming at every Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board recreation center
Dance education improves physical health, builds confidence, sparks creativity, and helps students express themselves emotionally and artistically. When offered in schools and rec centers, these classes can be a lifeline for students seeking connection, belonging and a safe outlet for self-expression.
Read more on the City website.
 Join a work group to advise the City on its safety services. The Safe and Thriving Communities work group will also support on engagement opportunities to connect with community members. Applications are open through May 18.
The new work group will provide community feedback as the City develops its community safety ecosystem. This includes services and procedures around:
- Prevention
- Non-police response
- Restoration
- Community safety centers
We’re looking for people who have expertise or lived experience in:
- Violence prevention services
- Unarmed violence intervention services
- Restorative justice and healing services
- Criminal justice system
Learn more about qualifications, expectations and the appointment process by visiting the City's website.
Public Works crews have started the City’s comprehensive street sweeping program to clear away what accumulated in the streets over the winter. Drivers should watch for hot pink temporary “No Parking” signs to avoid a ticket and tow.
To make sure the crews can do the most complete job possible, temporary “No Parking” signs will be posted at least 24 hours in advance to make sure streets are clear of parked vehicles. Drivers need to follow street sweeping parking rules or they may have their cars ticketed and towed to the Minneapolis Impound Lot.
Find your street on the schedule
You can see when your street is scheduled to be swept by visiting the interactive street sweeping map.
Learn more about street sweeping.
At a public listening session coming up May 15, the Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee and the Planning Commission will discuss the projects currently under review for the Minneapolis 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Plan. The committee invites public participation for a deeper understanding of community perspectives, to incorporate public input into their discussions with City departments, and to share information about the committee’s role in shaping the City’s long-range capital planning.
Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee and City Planning Commission Special meeting, public listening session 6 p.m. Thursday, May 15 Public Service Building, Room 100AB 505 Fourth Ave. S.
The Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee
The Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee is a group of residents and business leaders who advise the City of Minneapolis on its six-year Capital Improvement Plan. They share recommendations through an annual report. It will meet until the end of June.
See what’s happening on the upcoming calendar or previous agendas and minutes.
 The City of Minneapolis will celebrate Bike To Work Day Friday, May 16. There’s no better time than the present to make your daily commute healthier, greener and more fun.
Group rides
Four group rides to downtown will meet up at 7:30 a.m. across the city. Meet at:
- Farview Park (intersection of Lyndale Avenue and 26th Avenue North)
- Great Northern Greenway (intersection of Fifth Street and 18th Avenue Northeast)
- 38th Street Station (intersection of Hiawatha Avenue and East 38th Street)
- Lyndale Farmstead Park (intersection of Bryant Avenue South and West 40th Street)
Government Center Plaza
Join elected officials, public works leaders and fellow bike commuters for free coffee, donuts and more.
7-9 a.m. Friday, May 16 Hennepin County Government Center Plaza
Read more about bicycling in Minneapolis on the City website.
Minneapolis has won an award for keeping kids safe while they walk and bike. Two communities in the country won the National Center for Safe Routes to School’s 2025 Vision Zero for Youth U.S. Leadership Award.
Minneapolis stood out for its focus on youth transportation safety through:
- Strong partnerships among City departments, schools and community organizations.
- Lowering the speed limit to 20 mph on local neighborhood streets.
- Adding traffic safety improvements around schools.
- Offering universal bicycle safety education for fourth- and fifth-grade students.
- Testing speed cameras near schools.
- Engaging young people to help shape transportation policies and street designs.
Read more about the award on the City website.
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