Business News & Updates
World Cup Temporary Hours
During the FIFA Women's World Cup or FIFA World Cup competition, businesses can serve alcoholic beverages 30 minutes before, during, and 30 minutes after a scheduled broadcast of a live World Cup match.
State Small Business Credit Initiative
A variety of programs are available through Minnesota’s Department of Employment and Economic Development to benefit small businesses.
November 2022 Monthly Updates: Former Kmart and Nicollet Ave
On November 16, 2022 10:00 - 11:00 pm, Lake Street Council held it’s monthly virtual updates meeting. This month, we welcomed staff from City of Minneapolis Community Planning and Economic Development to present on the development of the Former Kmart & New Nicollet site.
City Budget Hearings
The Minneapolis City Council will be holding two Public Hearings to receive input from residents and business owners concerning the mayor’s proposed 2023 budget.
Shop with Meaning Market
Shop with Meaning Market is an opportunity for entrepreneurs to gain visibility and earn revenue at a local large employer.
NDC Fresh Fronts on Lake Street Facade Improvement Initiative
NDC’s New Fresh Fronts program will assist businesses along Lake Street corridor to improve, repair or change their business facades, such as painting, signage, lighting, etc.
Uptown’s Winter Wonderland
A neighborhood-wide holiday activation and marketing effort will be launched this year by the newly established Love from Uptown campaign (led by Arts & Rec Uptown), with support from the Uptown Association.
DEED New Programs Fall 2022
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) launched new programs to assist small businesses.
Former Kmart and Nicollet Ave Open House
The City of Minneapolis is ready to reconnect Nicollet Avenue to Lake Street and redevelop the former Kmart site, a 10 acre parcel of land, with a high-density, mixed-use, walkable district that reflects the community.
