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The HomeHelpMN program opens Today

May 17, 2022 By Sarah

The HomeHelpMN program will begin accepting applications for assistance onTuesday, May 17, beginning at 8:00 a.m. The application period will be open through 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 17, but homeowners should not wait to apply.

HomeHelpMN provides assistance for homeowners who have fallen behind on their mortgage or other eligible housing-related expenses due to effects of the pandemic. Eligible homeowners may receive up to $35,000 in assistance for past-due expenses.

Funds for the program are limited, and need is expected to be high.?If applications received during the application period exceed available funding, applicants may be put on a wait list. Homeowners should submit their applications as soon as possible after the application period begins.

For more information about the program, including who is eligible to apply and what expenses are eligible, visit HomeHelpMN.org or call 1-800-388-3226. The Call Center is open Monday – Saturday from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.  The website is available in English, Spanish, Somali, and Hmong. The call center supports these languages and more – when you call you’ll be prompted to select a language.

 

English: The program will take applications during a period from May 17 to June 17 at 5 pm CST. Applications will be processed as they are submitted. In the event of high demand for funds, the funds may be fully allocated before the date the application period closes. Homeowners are encouraged to submit their applications early in the application period. A submitted application is not a guarantee of funding availability. 

Spanish: El programa aceptará solicitudes durante el periodo del 17 de mayo al 17 de junio a las 5 pm HCE. Las solicitudes se procesarán a medida que se presenten. En caso de que haya una gran demanda de fondos, es posible que éstos se distribuyan en su totalidad antes de la fecha de cierre del periodo de solicitud. Se recomienda a los propietarios de viviendas que presenten sus solicitudes a principios del periodo de solicitud. La entrega de una solicitud no garantiza la disponibilidad de fondos.

 

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What a Weekend It Was, for the Annual Meeting of the Kingfield Neighborhood Association!

May 16, 2022 By Sarah

Stunning weather.

Awesome treats and drinks (Thanks Dan and Butter Bakery!)

A PorchFest Preview with super fun live music (Thanks Scott Zosel and Amy Finch!)

Really engaged neighbors (Thanks to the 3 dozen neighbors that took time out of a lovely Saturday to show up and stand up!)

We are sad that many of you missed the event…HOWEVER…you can still participate!

  1. Read about our six amazing candidates.
  2. Cast your vote for those you think will excel in service to the community.
  3. Pat yourself on the back for your civic duty being completed.

Candidate bios and online voting can be found here: https://bit.ly/KFNA2022Board

Voting limited to those that live in Kingfield, homeowners and renters, and to those that own property or are a representative of a Kingfield business (one vote per business only).

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5th Precinct Community listening session planned to inform search for new Minneapolis police chief

May 1, 2022 By Sarah

  • 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 3 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park building, 4055 Nicollet

Community listening sessions are being held in each of the City’s five police precincts will help inform the search process for the next Minneapolis police chief. City Council Member LaTrisha Vetaw, chair of the City Council’s Public Health & Safety Committee, is working with Mayor Jacob Frey’s office and the Mayor’s Police Chief Search Committee on the series of sessions.

The community feedback, guidance and perspective received during these sessions will be an integral piece in the creation of the position profile and will inform the entire search process for the new police chief.

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It’s Been 2 Years of COVID and Finally We’re Back in Print! 

April 18, 2022 By Sarah

The South Nicollet News  is a monthly single-page insert of the Lyndale & Kingfield Neighborhood Associations shared with neighbors via the bi-monthly SW Connector. Check the April 21st edition for the first edition, with news in English and Spanish about happneings up and down the corridor! You can also view the full edition here!

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Be sure to check every issue of the Connector for stories and actions from neighborhood leaders regarding local issues and opportunities.

Questions on happenings should be directed to .

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POSTPONED Tonight: Grand Avenue Walk & Talk

April 14, 2022 By Sarah

Dear Neighbors–

The weather is so windy that it is going to make it too hard to walk and hear each other tonight.  We are delaying this walk until next Thursday April 21st, same time and same place. Meet at 7 PM on the corner of 40th and Grand NEXT week and we will walk south to 46th and enjoy the avenue with representatives from Minneapolis Public Works.
If you have any questions or want to confirm your attendance please contact  and put Grand Avenue Walk & Talk in the subject line.
Thank you!

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Another MLK Donation Garden Weekly Work day is tod Another MLK Donation Garden Weekly Work day is today from 5:30-6:30pm at MLK park! Come work with Hennepin County Master Gardeners and learn about vegetable growing, harvesting, and preserving. Their classroom is the raised garden beds on the north end of the park building and their product all gets delivered to The Aliveness Project who uses the food in their daily meal program. Come work with us! Come learn with us! Can't make it today? Don't worry, this workday occurs every Tuesday from 5:30-6:30 PM at MLK park. Questions? Email organizer@lyndale.org or call 608-224-9998. Thanks neighbors!
Exciting news! Revival Smoked Meats officially ope Exciting news! Revival Smoked Meats officially opened their new restaurant in Kingfield at 4537 Nicollet Ave this past Saturday, May 14th! Go check them out and enjoy their delicious assortment of meats and food! Delicious!
¡Southside Se Vuelve Verde! Reclama su poder a t ¡Southside Se Vuelve Verde!

Reclama su poder a través de la justicia ambiental! Júntate a nosotros mientras hablamos sobre el cambio climático y la energía renovable en el vecindario. Discutiremos la justicia ambiental y cómo le afecta a usted y a su comunidad. Después de hablar, nuestra meta es construir un modelo del jardín comunitario aquí mismo en el sur de Minneapolis. Además, los vecinos aprenderán cómo juntarse en un jardín solar para reducir sus facturas de electricidad. 

¿Cuándo es el evento? Martes, el 31 de mayo, de 6:00pm-8:00pm

¿Dónde? El centro comunitario de Sabathani (Sabathani Community Center), 310 East 38th Street, Minneapolis 55409. 

Es el mismo tiempo de la cena, ¿Qué comida estará ahí? Vamos a tener empanadas de queso y de carne gratis del restaurante de Los Andes en la calle Lake. Además, vamos a tener bebidas gratis.

¿Quién puede venir? Todos son bienvenidos, pero este evento solo se llevará a cabo en español. 

¿Cómo inscribirse? Se puede inscribirse en línea aquí, o se puede venir al evento.

¿Preguntas? Póngase en contacto con organizer@lyndale.org o llamé al 608-224-9998. Aprenda más en Facebook aquí. 

¡Nos vemos ahí!
Want to sign up to play in Porchfest or want to ho Want to sign up to play in Porchfest or want to host a musician? There's still time! Sign up here (https://bit.ly/porchfest2022) by the end of the day and make sure to save the date for June 15th!
A reminder that THIS Wednesday, May 18th, is LNA a A reminder that THIS Wednesday, May 18th, is LNA and Zion Church's Mexican Fiesta Community Dinner! All Kingfield residents are invited to come to Zion Church (128 W 33rd Street) between 6-7pm to enjoy some meat or veggie burritos and chips & guac catered by Valerie's Taqueria! Pay as you can and he dinner will be held outside, weather permitting. Questions? Email organizer@lyndale.org or call 608-224-9998. See you there!
Today's the day! Come to Butter Bakery from 1:30-3 Today's the day! Come to Butter Bakery from 1:30-3:00pm to attend KFNA's annual meeting! We still need neighbors to run for the board! Come nominate yourself and vote for other neighbors! All are welcome! Enjoy treats and coffee, provided by Butter. See you there!
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