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Minneapolis Mayor Proposes 11.3% Property-Tax Increase to Address $60 Million Budget Gap

Minneapolis Mayor Proposes 11.3% Property-Tax Increase to Address $60 Million Budget Gap

Minneapolis residents are currently facing a proposed 11.3% property-tax levy increase as part of Mayor Jacob Frey's recommended 2027 budget, which totals approximately $2.6 billion. This double-digit increase is a central issue in the city's budget debate. For a median-value homeowner in Minneapolis, this proposal would translate to an estimated additional $409 per year, or about $34 per month. The city is grappling with a financial gap exceeding $60 million and the expiration of external funding that previously supported various city programs. The proposed budget allocates funds for police overtime and recruitment, firefighter hiring, affordable housing initiatives, a social worker for the 911 operation, and efforts related to police reform obligations. Conversely, the budget also includes spending and staffing reductions in other areas, notably a cut of approximately $2.6 million from the city's violence-interruption program, which represents over half of its prior funding. The Board of Estimate and Tax...

Minneapolis Public Housing Authority Launches Safe Routes to Public Housing Initiative to Improve Resident Transportation Access

Minneapolis Public Housing Authority Launches Safe Routes to Public Housing Initiative to Improve Resident Transportation Access

The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority (MPHA), in collaboration with the Minneapolis Highrise Representative Council (MHRC) and staff from Minneapolis’ Health and Public Works Departments, has launched the Safe Routes to Public Housing (SRTPH) initiative. This program, funded by a Minnesota Department of Transportation active transportation planning grant, aims to enhance the safety, social connections, and health outcomes of residents by improving access to safe active transportation routes near MPHA buildings. The SRTPH initiative is modeled after the City of Minneapolis’ successful Safe Routes to School framework. Residents will provide feedback and insights into the barriers they encounter when walking, rolling, or riding around their buildings. Given that many MPHA residents rely heavily on public transit, ride shares, and Metro Mobility, these active transportation routes are crucial for connecting them to essential destinations such as parks, transit stops, healthcare services, and grocery stores....

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Ginther pitches record spending on fire equipment, Livingston, other projects

Ginther pitches record spending on fire equipment, Livingston, other projects

Ginther pitches record capital spending on fire engines, roads, parks, rejecting calls from Hardin to limit the capital budget this year.

Former Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton to Discuss Memoir 'Perseverance' in Minneapolis

Former Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton to Discuss Memoir 'Perseverance' in Minneapolis

Former Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton is scheduled to discuss his memoir, 'Perseverance,' with Star Tribune columnist Lori Sturdevant on September 20 in Minneapolis. The event, hosted at Content Bookstore, will delve into Dayton's extensive public service career, which includes his roles as state auditor, U.S. senator, and Minnesota governor. The conversation will also explore the broader political history and leadership insights reflected in his book. Doors for the event will open at 3:30 pm, with early access at 3 pm for attendees requiring accessibility accommodations. The discussion is free to attend, though an RSVP is requested. This event offers a direct engagement opportunity with a prominent figure in Minnesota politics, providing insights into his experiences and perspectives on leadership and governance within the state and national context.

Mayor Tommy Battle Presents Balanced Budget for Huntsville's 2027 Fiscal Year

Mayor Tommy Battle Presents Balanced Budget for Huntsville's 2027 Fiscal Year

Mayor Tommy Battle of Huntsville, Alabama, presented a balanced budget for the 2027 fiscal year to the City Council on September 10, 2026. The proposed budget emphasizes enhancing the quality of life for Huntsville residents through significant investments in infrastructure, public safety, and park expansions. Key allocations include over $22 million for road resurfacing and maintenance, $17.5 million for new road improvement projects, and $15 million for multimodal transportation projects such as greenways and sidewalks. The budget also earmarks $18 million for reinvestment corridors near Research Park, Mill Creek, and downtown. Furthermore, it authorizes the addition of 18 public safety personnel and includes a multi-year capital plan for a new police precinct, multiple fire stations, and library facilities. City employees are also slated to receive a 2% cost-of-living adjustment. The Mayor's proposed operating budget for the General Fund FY27 is $360,593,840, with additional funds from the Lodging & Liq...

Jonathan Kuminga picked the Timberwolves for the on-court fit and the genuine connection he felt

Jonathan Kuminga picked the Timberwolves for the on-court fit and the genuine connection he felt

Jonathan Kuminga recognized his on-court fit with the Minnesota Timberwolves and jumped at the chance to join a winning team

Data Center Developer Withdraws Minneapolis Project Amid Community Opposition

Data Center Developer Withdraws Minneapolis Project Amid Community Opposition

Data Center Developer Withdraws Minneapolis Project Amid Community Opposition

Nevada DMV to Close Henderson and North Las Vegas Offices Due to Budget Constraints, Relocating Services to New Facility

Nevada DMV to Close Henderson and North Las Vegas Offices Due to Budget Constraints, Relocating Services to New Facility

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced the closure of two of its valley offices: the North Las Vegas DMV on Donovan Street, effective October 9, and the Henderson office on Stephanie Street, closing five days later on October 14. These closures are attributed to budget constraints, as operating both facilities has become too expensive. Hailey Foster of the Nevada DMV stated that the department must operate within its allotted highway funds and ensure it does not exceed its budget. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) services, previously available at the Donovan Street location, will be relocated to a new, state-of-the-art DMV facility on Silverado Ranch Boulevard. This new location, situated nearly 10 miles south of the current North Las Vegas site, is expected to feature a drive-thru, more service counters, and additional kiosks. The DMV has not yet announced an official opening date for the Silverado Ranch facility but plans to share updates on social media once available.

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen Addresses Policy Platform and State Issues

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen Addresses Policy Platform and State Issues

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen recently discussed his administration's policy platform on "The View from Wayne America," focusing on several key issues affecting the state. Governor Pillen outlined his commitment to reducing state spending and continuing income tax cuts. He also reiterated his support for property tax reform, which includes measures to limit property valuations and increase the state's contribution to K-12 education funding. Pillen emphasized that making Nebraska more affordable is a priority for both current homeowners and young individuals looking to purchase their first homes. Additionally, agriculture and natural resources were significant topics of discussion. Governor Pillen highlighted Nebraska's growing biofuels industry, value-added agriculture, and the critical importance of protecting the Ogallala Aquifer. He also addressed recent state efforts concerning data centers, stressing the need to safeguard Nebraska's water and electricity infrastructure, as well as its ratepayers. In Ju...

Minneapolis Park Board Discusses Property Tax Increase and New Waterfront Dog Park Search

Minneapolis Park Board Discusses Property Tax Increase and New Waterfront Dog Park Search

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board recently discussed a proposed 5.86% property tax increase, which contrasts with Mayor Jacob Frey's suggested 2.5% increase. While the board's proposed increase is higher than the Mayor's, it remains below the average 10-year increase of 6.1% and is intended to secure long-term funding amidst rising expenses. Additionally, the board is actively working to find a new waterfront dog park for Minneapolis, following the decommissioning of the Minnehaha Dog Park, which has left District 5 without any dog parks. Discussions included potential runoff issues, such as flea medication danger to wildlife, and various solutions are being considered, though no definitive plan has been chosen yet.

Dr. Reginald Freeman Sworn In as New Minneapolis Fire Department Chief

Dr. Reginald Freeman Sworn In as New Minneapolis Fire Department Chief

Dr. Reginald Freeman has been officially sworn in as the new Chief of the Minneapolis Fire Department by Mayor Jacob Frey. This appointment marks a significant moment for the city, as Dr. Freeman becomes the 19th fire chief in Minneapolis's history and the third African American to hold this leadership position. The ceremony formalized his role in leading the department, which is responsible for fire suppression, emergency medical services, and other public safety functions within the city.

Laura Poitras and Rachel Lauren Mueller Release Documentary on ICE Operations in Minneapolis

Laura Poitras and Rachel Lauren Mueller Release Documentary on ICE Operations in Minneapolis

Oscar-winning filmmaker Laura Poitras and co-director Rachel Lauren Mueller have released a new short documentary titled 'They're Here,' which chronicles the operations of Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis. The film, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival, depicts the experiences of residents and the resistance efforts against ICE activities in the city. Poitras and Mueller utilized various forms of footage, including dashcam recordings, ground-level filming, and crowdsourced data visualizations, to reconstruct the tactics employed by a local resistance network to track and counter ICE agents. The documentary aims to portray the reality of living under ICE operations, often employing horror film aesthetics to convey the sense of terror and menace experienced by the community. Mueller, a Minneapolis-based journalist, was actively involved in filming on the ground, leveraging her local connections to gain access to neighborhood groups organizing against ICE. The film highlights instan...