Business News & Updates
ICE Employer Education Training Recap & Resources
Materials and resources from an employer ICE education training hosted by Vivid Joy HR.
Extended Funding Opportunity: E-bikes for Businesses
To ensure more Minnesota businesses and organizations have the opportunity to participate, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has extended the application deadline to February 27, 2026.
I.C.E Out of Minnesota: Day of Truth & Freedom
A collective effort is calling for a statewide strike of non-violent moral action against I.C.E. actions in Minnesota on Friday, January 23rd. The strike calls for no work, no school, no shopping or spending money. There will be a peaceful march and rally in downtown Minneapolis at 2:00 pm.
Know Your Rights Town Hall
Join CAIR Minnesota and elected officials for a timely forum on Friday, January 16 6:00 pm at the American Swedish Institute.
Replacing Energy-Using Equipment?
If your business needs to replace aging or inefficient equipment, the MN Promise Act is still available to help offset project costs. Eligible upgrades may include HVAC, refrigeration, lighting, and other energy-using systems.
Replace Aging Commercial Vehicles and Equipment
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has $5 million in funding available to help owners of fossil fuel vehicles and equipment switch to new, cleaner equipment and vehicles.
Food Safety Assessment Pilot Program
The Food Safety Assessment Pilot Program provides a free, one-day food safety assessment for businesses that manufacture and produce food products at a commercial scale.
2026 Midtown Farmers Market Vendor Application
The 2026 Midtown Farmers Market Vendor Application is now open for submissions until February 13th.
2025 - 2026 Office Closure
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.
ICE Out of MN! March & Rally
On Saturday, December 20, thousands are expected to rally at 11:30 am and march from Lake & Bloomington to Lake & Pillsbury.