Business News & Updates
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.
Minnehaha 3000 Survey
Take the survey and give your feedback on the proposal to relocate Elections & Voter Services into the former third precinct building, along with a large, 8,000-square-foot ground-floor space for community use.
Share Your Feedback on Lyndale Avenue Concepts
Hennepin County is entering into the next phase of planning for the Lyndale Ave reconstruction project that will take place in 2026 and 2027. There are now two actions that interested businesses can take to give input on this project.
Minnehaha 3000 Open House
The City encourages people who live, work, and visit the 3rd precinct area to attend the in person open house to provide feedback on the proposed democracy center.
Lyndale Avenue Reconstruction Concepts Open House
Join the open house on June 11th to view the designs, provide feedback, and get answers directly from the project team.
Report on the Opportunities and Challenges for Small Businesses to Access Solar
We’re pleased to share Advancing Small Business Solar Equity: Final Technical Insights Report. This report was co-authored by Lake Street Council, Great Plains Institute, and William Weber Consulting, with contributions from the Neighborhood Development Center and Northside Economic Opportunities Network.