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January 2007
August 2010
Mayor Rybak’s proposed 2011 budget focuses on police, potholes and paychecks
Minneapolis awarded for water quality innovations
Help Minneapolis drop-outs finish credits and get diplomas
Public meetings set for input on Minneapolis local food resource hubs
Plan ahead for the first dual Twins and Vikings games Sept. 2
City, U of M spread the word about being positive landlords, tenants and homeowners
Public meetings set to seek input on Minneapolis Bicycle Master Plan
Camden Bridge opens to traffic Saturday, Aug. 21 afternoon
Minneapolis Elections wins national honor for Ranked Choice Voting implementation
Apply for openings on Minneapolis boards and commissions
Minneapolis area is No. 1 for med-tech
Deputy’s funeral procession taking place in Minneapolis
Plan ahead Aug. 17 as multiple events bring extra traffic into downtown Minneapolis
One of state’s greenest buildings now in operation for the City of Minneapolis
Emergency management exercise underway at south Minneapolis school
Low-interest energy loans available for Minneapolis multi-family residential properties
Energy assistance and conservation meeting for rental property owners is Aug. 30
Stay cool, hydrated and informed: Avoid heat-related sickness
Come see the City’s newest and greenest building
$100,000 in grants available to help bridge the digital divide in Minneapolis
Minneapolis Development Review center closing at noon Aug. 3
July 2010
Make every night National Night Out
Hennepin and 1st avenues two-way conversion leads to fewer crashes, better access
Minneapolis asks food establishments to be aware of inspections scam
Voting in the August 10 Primary? Here’s what you need to know
Survey asks how you preserve food at home
Portable fountains to dispense tap water available along Torchlight parade route
Third annual Sister Cities Day celebrates multi-cultural connections around the world
Plan ahead as road closures will affect busy Downtown events July 16 and 18
Energy efficiency rebates, programs help rental property owners save money
Workshops focus on promoting use of locally grown food
Minneapolis’ director of emergency preparedness receives national award
Minneahaha Parkway closed Saturday, July 10
Update on July 3 fire in southeast Minneapolis
Online survey seeks Minneapolis residents’ drinking water habits
Minneapolis and Canada celebrate a 40-year connection
Minneapolis City offices closed Monday, July 5
June 2010
Casey Carl named Minneapolis City Clerk
Jeff Johnson to head Minneapolis Convention Center
Minneapolis secures $1 million appropriation for early warning system
Plan ahead for dual events at Target Field and Target Center
Absentee balloting has begun for Aug. 10 Primary
Free Internet access now available throughout Minneapolis
Apply for a grant to save energy in Minneapolis
Several Downtown streets close for Sunday, June 27 Pride Parade
Stretch of I-35W in Minneapolis to close June 25 weekend for ramp work
Buses to replace light-rail service June 25-27 weekend
Forbes ranks Minneapolis metro area as third best market for young professionals
Minneapolis area ranks as one of nation’s top urban getaway vacation spots
Keep tap water with you to fight the summer heat
National Night Out is Aug. 3; register your event by July 14
Minneapolis metro area once again leads the nation in volunteering
Bike share program gets rolling in Minneapolis
370 motorists ticketed during Minneapolis’ CLICK IT OR TICKET enforcement effort
MPHA to open two- to four-bedroom units waiting list on June 22
Public hearing set on candidate for City Clerk
Living Well sustainability report outlines Minneapolis’ successes and challenges
Survey ranks Minneapolis as cleanest city in America
Thinking of planting earth-friendly landscaping?
May 2010
Summer walking tours showcase Minneapolis’ history
Minneapolis City offices closed on Memorial Day
Click It Or Ticket campaign to target seat-belt scofflaws in Minneapolis
Tours showcase homes for sale in south and northeast Minneapolis
Tour the historic Pioneers and Soldiers Cemetery on Memorial Day
Mercer survey ranks Minneapolis as sixth best eco-city in the world
Minneapolis area ranks high in surveys on fitness and quality of life
Share your ride May 26 to reduce congestion as events bring extra traffic into downtown
National Night Out is Aug. 3 – start planning now!
Plan ahead as May 26 events bring extra traffic into downtown Minneapolis
Minneapolis Public Housing Authority upgrades more than 700 homes to reduce energy costs
Public Housing Authority holds energy fair and renovation project
May 22 is Minneapolis Farmers Market Appreciation Day
Road improvements coming to Minneapolis this construction season
Skyway Senior Center holds art and silent auction fundraiser May 18
City, U of M groups partner to address noisy, unruly properties near campus
Spring into the garden May 15 with Blooms Day
Public hearing on Taxicab licensing code amendments set for May 17
City seeks residents, business owners to serve on Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Great Streets grants to help 18 businesses along Minneapolis’ commercial corridors
Census takers going door-to-door to households that did not return census form
April 2010
Velma Korbel is City’s new Civil Rights director
Precincts to host open houses during Police Week, May 10 -15
Minneapolis & Saint Paul Home Tour is April 24 and 25
Litter clean up, fun run highlight Minneapolis Earth Day events
Transit options to Twins game right on target
Don’t prune ash trees: help reduce spread of emerald ash borer
Living Green Expo May 1-2
I-94 in north Minneapolis to close in both directions April 30 – May 3
Minneapolis helps MayDay festival toss the water bottle
Nominate your favorite piece of public art by May 31 for a MAC award
Greening Your Business Expo is April 27
Minneapolis Earth Day reminder: Few trees still remain at a discounted price
On 40th anniversary of Earth Day, Minneapolis calls for sustainability every day
Viewing plaza beneath the I-35W bridge to close for maintenance work
City project will photograph every property in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-owned vacant lots available for community gardens
Top rating for Minneapolis from all three credit rating agencies
City Council approves additional funding to accelerate pothole repairs
Minneapolis surpasses 2000 census response rate
Study finds Minneapolis is seventh least wasteful city in the nation
Know what to do when calling 9-1-1
Camden Bridge closes Monday for major repairs
Trains, trails, sidewalks, and streets all lead to opening day at Target Field
Wear Twins gear to work Monday to celebrate opening day at Target Field
Street sweeping begins April 12
Minneapolis business completes largest solar installation in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
City’s seasonal pick up of yard clippings, branches begins this week
Minneapolis Greenprint report outlines five years of successes and challenges
Minneapolis named America’s best bike city
Firefighters battle building fire on East Lake Street
City approves expansion of food carts Downtown
First Twins games bring more transportation options to Target Field, Downtown
March 2010
New hours, expanded online options coming to Minneapolis 311
Be a smart dog owner this spring
Thousands of dollars available for energy assistance for qualifying residents
I-35W Bridge collapse detour routes
are being resurfaced
Minneapolis Park Board removes emerald ash borer-infested trees
Minneapolis gears up for successful opening of Target Field
It’s lights out in Minneapolis for “Earth Hour” global climate change awareness
Minneapolis among 10 greenest cities in the nation
Recovery funds to help the EPA clean up soil at 500 homes in Minneapolis arsenic site
City microgrant supports Web site linking would-be gardeners to gardens
Minneapolis Police’s Bait Vehicle Program recognized
Minneapolis marks Youth Violence Prevention Week
Commerce Secretary Locke promotes Recovery tax credits during Minneapolis visit
City homebuyer assistance program offers new round of zero-percent forgivable loans
Bicycles allowed on Nicollet Mall 24/7
2010 election calendar brings change
National Youth Violence Prevention Week is March 22-26
Minneapolis ranked as one of the “Best Places to Live in 2010.”
Order a low-cost tree for your yard
Learn about City boards and commissions during online chat, open house
Spring thaw means Minneapolis water gets extra treatment
Minneapolis gets an early start on work to permanently patch potholes
Minneapolis approves $15.4 million for foreclosure stabilization with Recovery funds
Minneapolis participating in “Earth Hour” to raise awareness of global climate change
Minneapolis ranks as one of nation’s top time-saving cities
New taxi stand will better serve Warehouse District crowds on weekend nights
City Council reappoints Police Chief, department heads
Minneapolis plans ahead to improve how folks get around on game day at Target Field
Mayor declares Friday, March 12, Darcy Pohland Day
Special parking restrictions lifted on Bryant and Grand avenues
New exhibit showcases south Minneapolis art, artists
Artists: learn more about a new housing design competition
Air pollution health alert and advisory issued through Wednesday, March 10
Neighborhood sustainability conference is March 13
Metro air quality worsens; health alert issued for March 4 and 5
City, Red Cross help Chile and Minneapolis’ “sister city” with earthquake relief
Water quality is focus of three League of Women Voters discussions
Applicants sought for new City Audit Committee
Mayor delivers State of the City Address March 10
City seeks applicants for director of Civil Rights
Fire Department’s instruments drive to help Minneapolis schools music programs
Winter Parking Restrictions end in Minneapolis
February 2010
Fire department joins Salvation Army in March food drive
Help friends and neighbors follow Winter Parking Restrictions
Winter Parking Restrictions begin Feb. 11
Minneapolis declares Snow Emergency
Retired Minneapolis fire truck to have new life in Kenya
Winter Parking Restrictions still in effect, crews continue to monitor situation
Emerald ash borer discovered in Minneapolis
Minneapolis awarded more than $60 million in Recovery Act’s first year
Governor proposes $29 million cut in aid to City
Awards for businesses façade improvements to help spur vitality, investment
Air pollution health advisory and alert issued for metro area, Feb. 19 and 20
City helps launch innovative youth violence intervention program
City streamlines process for appointments to volunteer boards and commissions
Minneapolis area ranks in top five in national well-being survey
Help friends and neighbors follow Winter Parking Restrictions
Minneapolis City offices closed on Presidents Day, Feb. 15
Air pollution health alert issued for Minneapolis-Saint Paul for Feb. 11 through 13
Recovery funding supports $41 million home buying program
$41 million grant to boost Minneapolis-Saint Paul CityLiving home buying programs
Minneapolis seeks experienced candidates for City Clerk position
Minneapolis to file a “friend of the court” brief in unallotment appeal
Low cost rain garden workshops offered
Air pollution health alert issued for metro area for Feb. 4 and 5
Help make this evening’s snowy commute a safe one
January 2010
H1N1 immunization clinics at Minneapolis parks
Youth Coordinating Board celebrates 25 years of supporting community youth
Mayor and City Council begin new terms
Minneapolis picks local developer for Convention Center solar array
‘Great Streets’ investments revitalizing commercial corridors, small businesses
Friendly playoff game wager between mayors to involve local music
Street by Target Field to be named “Twins Way”
Minneapolis receives $19.5 million in Recovery funds for foreclosure help
Minneapolis City offices closed Jan. 18 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Pet licenses now available online
2010 Census Minneapolis kick-off event set for Jan. 14
Construction of “Green home” helps revitalize north Minneapolis
Improvements making Minneapolis a better biking city
Event to help entrepreneurs do business with the City of Minneapolis
December 2009
Mayor and City Council inauguration is Monday, Jan. 4
Celebrate a family-friendly New Year’s Eve at Wirth Park
Minneapolis Police honor officers and civilians
Minneapolis tap water among the nation’s best
Minneapolis City offices closed Friday, Jan. 1
Minneapolis declares Snow Emergency
Minneapolis crews are out plowing and treating streets and alleys on Dec. 24
Keep your sidewalks shoveled: It’s for your safety and it’s the law!
City preparing for possible winter storm
City to re-hire 15 police officers
More than 40 miles of roadways were paved or seal coated in 2009
Idling your vehicle wastes money, pollutes the air we breathe
Thousands of Census jobs available in metro area
Fire department receives donation of pet rescue supplies
Air pollution health advisory issued for metro area for Dec. 17 and 18
Dec. 17 public H1N1 vaccination clinic not affected by recall
Innovative affordable-housing project made possible by Recovery funding
Help spread the word on Facebook – We’re having a Snow Emergency
Minneapolis declares Snow Emergency
City Council approves 2010 budget
National Mentoring program launches Minneapolis chapter
Minneapolis Recovery funding helps homeowners save energy
City completes its first Ranked Choice Voting election
City spreading the word about snow emergencies through social, traditional media
Drivers rate Minneapolis least congested major city in the nation
Minneapolis Police will conduct extra DWI patrols in December
STEP-UP program seeks Minneapolis youth for 2010 summer jobs
City-County Chorus to perform 12 free holiday concerts
Tips for enjoying a greener holiday season
City Emergency Communications Center celebrates 30 years of service
New, improved Downtown bus service begins Dec. 14
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