Business News & Updates
Cultural Districts Arts Fund
The Cultural Districts Arts Fund is a new initiative coordinated through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Department of the City of Minneapolis. This initiative aligns with the City’s Comprehensive Plan: Minneapolis 2040 Policy 34 “Cultural Districts” to help the local community tell its story in imaginative ways, activate the neighborhood’s connectivity through partnerships and collaborations, and cultivate new arts and thought leaders in their community—leaders who are driven by the desire to make their community a better place to live by expanding its creative capacity.
Park and Portland Corridor Improvement Project
Hennepin County is requesting feedback on he current use and potential improvements for the Park Avenue (County Road 33) and Portland Avenue (County Road 35) area.
Minneapolis Green Cost Share dollars are still available
There is still Minneapolis Green Cost Share funding available on a first-come, first-served basis, so act quickly!
Upcoming Construction Traffic Changes
The B Line & Lake Street Improvements construction project is progressing along Lake Street. Many impacted areas are reaching a transition point this month as work is completed on the south side of Lake Street and switches to the north side
Upcoming Construction Traffic Changes
The B Line & Lake Street Improvements construction project is progressing along Lake Street. Many impacted areas are reaching a transition point this month as work is completed on the south side of Lake Street and switches to the north side
2024 Construction Projects in the Lake Street Corridor
The Lake Street Council is tracking the various 2024 construction projects in the Lake Street corridor. During this time, we will support impacted businesses through in-person outreach, updates via our email newsletter, advocating to stakeholders for clear and consistent engagement, and marketing to customers.
MN Promise Act West Lake Expansion
Phase 1 of the MN Promise Act Grant applications closed on June 30th. Phase 2 will expand the eligible boundaries and is expected to open in August or September of this year.
Keeping your leased space cool in the summer
Three tips from Energy Smart for keeping your leased space cool this summer.
Celebrate Black Business Week
The City of Minneapolis is excited to host its third annual Black Business Week. This year’s celebration occurs from Monday, July 22 to Sunday, July 28.
Lake Street Closure
Lake Street will be closed from Nicollet Ave. to Stevens Ave Friday, June 21st through Thursday, June 27th.