Business News & Updates
Payroll and Bookkeeping Pilot Project for Small Businesses
The City of Minneapolis and partners have launched a Payroll and Bookkeeping Pilot Project to provide free services for one year. Applications are due by January 20, 2023.
Keep Lake Street accessible by fully clearing sidewalks of snow and ice
Please fully clear your sidewalk of snow and ice all winter, including at at corners and curb entrances. If you hire a service to clear the snow from your parking lot, please make sure to ask them to also clear the sidewalk.
January 2023 Monthly Updates with Metro Transit
On January 11, 2023 10:00 - 11:00 am, Lake Street Council held it’s monthly virtual updates meeting. This month, we welcomed Cody Olson, Community Outreach Coordinator for Metro Transit to present and answer questions on the various Metro Transit projects taking in the Lake Street corridor.
Hy-Vee Opportunity Inclusive Business Summit
Local minority- and women-owned companies are invited to attend this event for free networking and professional development alongside community groups and organizations that are committed to supporting small businesses
Rotary Community Core at Lake Street
The Rotary Community Core at Lake Street (RCCatLS) partnership was started shortly after the murder of George Floyd to support and help grow businesses that were damaged during the civil unrest. Rotary Community Core is looking to support local small businesses.
Minneapolis Minimum Wage Ordinance
The minimum wage in Minneapolis automatically increases on Jan. 1, 2023 to $15.19 at franchises or employers with over 100 employees.
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.