July 22, 2008 - On Wednesday, July 23, 2008, neighborhood volunteers will march along with the NRP float in the Aquatennial Torch Light Parade. Come join us around 5:00 PM for food and beverages. The parade starts at 8:30 PM. SEE THE "NEIGHBORHOOD EVENTS" SECTION ON THIS WEB SITE FOR MORE DETAILS. More...


July 22, 2008 - On Thursday, July 24, 2008 the Minneapolis City Council committee of the Whole will hear a final report of the "Framework for the Future" from the Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) Work Group. This report expands on the working documents presented in the progress report on June 19. More...


June 3, 2008 - This year, on August 5, more than 60,000 Minneapolis neighbors will gather for the 25th Annual National Night Out, celebrating and building community across the city. Advance planning makes it easier for everyone to have a good time, share the work and make things go smoothly. Last year, over 900 groups planned their parties in advance. More...


April 24, 2008 - Looking for remodeling ideas and resources? Some of the most financially accessible and environmentally responsible home improvement projects are featured during this year's Minneapolis-St. Paul Home Tour. More...


April 14, 2008 - In 1858 the people of Minneapolis voted to become a town, and held the first Town Council meeting on July 20, 1858. To mark this point in our history the City of Minneapolis will officially celebrate its 150th year, in partnership with the 2008 Minneapolis Aquatennial, July 18 - 27. How can you be involved? More...

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Minneapolis residents attended a community meeting at the Whittier Neighborhood Center in South Minneapolis.

February 8, 2008 - The Center for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA) has announced the availability of grants through the Neighborhood Partnership Initiative (NPI) - a program designed to support innovative and effective partnerships. Grants up to $10,000 will be awarded to successful applicants. More...


January 18, 2008 - Over the next few weeks, The NRP Work Group is hosting informational sessions about the "Framework for the Future" - which looks at the focus, funding, and governance of the NRP, and it is asking neighborhood groups, with their capacity to tailor outreach efforts in their communities, to help gather input from their residents in February and March. More...


December 7, 2007 - The NRP Policy Board will hold its Monday, December 17th, meeting at the Board Room of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Administrative Offices, 2117 West River Road. The meeting will begin at 4:30 pm and light refreshments will be served. The agenda for the meeting will be posted by Friday, December 14th. More...


November 7, 2007 - NRP is currently seekng nominations for the 2008 Minneapolis and Saint Paul Home Tour. Homes on the upcoming tour will be open Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 27 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Tour will be held on these dates regardless of weather conditions. More...


October 5, 2007 - The NRP Neighborhood Representative Election Voter's Guide is now available. The guide lists the candidates running for a seat on the 2008 NRP Policy Board. NRP Neighborhood Organizations will be selecting electors and alternates to vote on behalf of their neighborhood at the election, which will be held on Thursday, November 15, 2007. More...


September 14, 2007 - The League of Women Voters of Minneapolis has certified the filing of 12 candidates for election as Neighborhood Representatives on the 2008 NRP Policy Board. A representative, and alternate, will be elected for each of the four Neighborhood Representative positions on the Policy Board -- At- Large, Protection, Revitalization, and Redirection. More...


August 14, 2007 - The process for the election of neighborhood representatives and alternates for seats on the 2008 NRP Policy Board begins August 15. As in past elections, the LWV will be assisting in all aspects of the election process. The LWV office must receive filing forms no later than noon on Friday, September 14, 2007. More...


July 2, 2007 - Each summer thousands of Minnesota students lose access to the free or reduced cost meals they receive during the school year. The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) addresses this problem by providing funds for schools and other organizations to serve free, nutritious meals and snacks when school is not in session. The Minneapolis Public Schools Food Service Department sponsors The Summer Food Service Program in Minneapolis schools, parks, and community sites. More...


June 15, 2007 - Every year on the first Tuesday of August, people across the country gather to celebrate National Night Out (NNO). This year on Tuesday, August 7, close to 50,000 Minneapolis residents will celebrate neighborliness, safety and stronger community. It's expected that more than 1900 Minneapolis blocks will host more than 1,000 block parties. Planning Week, June 17-24, is designed to make putting together an NNO party a simple matter. More...


June 12, 2007 - Get ready to see the familiar yellow school bus in a new role this summer. Responding to youth and community concerns about safe transportation for young people wishing to attend out-of-school time programs, the Minneapolis Youth Coordinating Board is launching two You^th Are Here bus routes, one serving Near North/Camden communities and the other serving Phillips/Powderhorn communities. More...


April 17, 2007 - According to the latest available projections, NRP will not have enough funding by the end of 2009 to meet the 70% of allocations currently approved for expenditures from Phase II Neighborhood Action Plans. Last week the Development Finance Division (DFD) of the City of Minneapolis Finance Department released a memorandum to the Mayor, Members of the City Council and NRP Director Bob Miller updating their estimate of projected revenues from the Common Project. More...


April 12, 2007 - The 13th Annual Minneapolis Earth Day Watershed Cleanup will be held Saturday, April 21, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Join your community and turn a day of service into a life-long commitment to our environment. Earth Day provides both volunteer experiences and environmental education for Minneapolis residents. More...


April 10, 2007 - Do you ride transit, bike, walk or drive? The City of Minneapolis is hosting two public meetings to discuss draft recommendations for transportation improvements in downtown Minneapolis. The public will have an opportunity to provide feedback on plan recommendations and to discuss key transportation issues in downtown. More...






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