Business News & Updates
New Nicollet Redevelopment Survey - Phase II, Part 1
Complete a survey by 4:00 pm on August 4, to provide input on Part 1 of Phase II of the New Nicollet Redevelopment.
mspWellness Champion
Is your organization committed to improving the lives of employees and fostering a culture of health and wellness? Apply to become an mspWellness Champion!
Cooperative Feasibility Class
This free class is designed for groups who have an idea for a business cooperative.
B Line - East Lake Construction 2023
Overview of construction on East Lake Street this summer including installation of new stations for the B Line, a Bus Rapid Transit line and at 4-to-3 conversion.
2023 Minnesota Legislative Summary
The Minnesota legislative session wrapped up last Monday with a historic set of new policies and record-breaking funding allocations, including millions of dollars to support businesses and nonprofits in the Lake Street corridor. We applaud Representative Hodan Hassan and Senator Zaynab Mohamed for their leadership in advocating for our resilient community.
Green Zone Funding RFP
The City of Minneapolis Health Department is seeking proposals for the 2023 Green Zones Initiative with a total of $50,000 dedicated to supporting community projects in the Northside Green Zone or Southside Green Zone. Applications are due Monday, May 22 nd by 4pm!
Urgent Action Needed: Ask the Minnesota Legislature to fund redevelopment along Lake Street
The Minnesota legislature has negotiated a funding package that will likely be voted on TODAY, Friday, May 12th, by the Jobs and Labor Conference Committee. The omnibus SF3035/HF3028 bill would make a historic investment of over $100 million toward economic development for small businesses in the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
Lake Street 2023 Art Drop Toolkit
Lake Street Council is hosting a series of art drops this summer. This toolkit is designed to help businesses and nonprofits invite their customers and community to join.
Learn more about 5% fixed rate financing through Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund
The Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund, also known as MIGF, provides flexible, affordable capital and business support services to businesses across Minnesota. Created by the Catalyst Coalition, a group of five leading nonprofit Minnesota-based business support organizations, MIGF offers loans up to $200,000 with a 60-month term at a 5% interest rate. These funds can be used in a variety of ways including working capital, payroll, supplies, and more.
LynLake Bus Stop Mural - Seeking Feedback!
Local artist, Mandel Cameron, has been selected to design a bus stop mural through the Better Bus Stops and Public Art in Transit program. The artist aims to design a mural that creates a sense of place and community identity at the bus stop - fill out the survey to provide your feedback on proposed design elements.