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The Lake Street Council office is closed from Monday, December 22, 2025, through Friday, January 2, 2026. We will reopen and resume normal operations on Monday, January 5, 2026.
On Saturday, December 20, thousands are expected to rally at 11:30 am and march from Lake & Bloomington to Lake & Pillsbury.
The original deadline to start your Round 2 MN PROMISE Act Twin Cities application was December 14, but because funding is still available, they are now accepting applications on a rolling basis until the funds run out.
The Metropolitan Council is studying where public electric vehicle chargers are most needed in the Twin Cities region and how partners can help fill those gaps.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has a funding opportunity available for the purchase of e-bikes for commercial use. Eligible uses include local delivery of goods and services to customers or other businesses.
Resources for Federal Immigration Presence on Lake Street
Attend the Know Your Rights Town Hall presented by the Somali American Bar Association
Lake Street Council encourages businesses and property owners to clear snow from the sidewalks around their property as quickly as possible to maintain good access. Minnesota snows are unpredictable and can dramatically change customer traffic flow, but maintaining clear sidewalks is one key element to reducing barriers for our customers and nearby residents.
A statement from the Lake Street Council.
Did you install new energy-efficient natural gas equipment in 2025? Your furnace, boiler, water heater, thermostat, foodservice equipment, and more may qualify for a rebate from CenterPoint Energy!
Join LegalCORPS for a free virtual Minnesota Paid Leave Workshop.
Showcase your business at the S.H.A.K.E. Holiday Festival inside the Historic Coliseum Building on Saturday, December 6, 2025 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Submit any final questions about the RFP before the Q&A deadline! All questions and their answers will be posted on the City’s website by Dec. 2, 2025. Check out the current set of questions and answers available on the RFP webpage.
The Lake Street Council office is closed for a winter break from Monday, December 22, 2025 through Friday, January 2, 2026.
Is your business or nonprofit doing anything special for the holidays or the end of the year? If so, let us know so we can amplify in our email newsletter, social media, and in responses to press inquiries!
High-level talking points, sample social media content and email copy for you to use as a starting point in your Lake Street Loyalty Challenge promotion.
The Minneapolis City Council is in the process of passing a new budget for 2026. Each year, the mayor and city leaders decide how to support various city departments and program areas. We need your voice to secure funding and activate our commercial corridors!
If you’re considering upgrades like LED lighting, a new furnace, or fresh cooking equipment, Energy Smart can help you take the next step.