Kingfield Neighborhood Association

Public Meeting re: 1st Avenue Resurfacing Project

The City of Minneapolis Public Works will perform street improvements on 1st Avenue South this summer.  These improvements will focus on the removal and replacement of the asphalt pavement, and may include curb repair in areas where needed.

Property owners along 1st Avenue South will receive an assessment, which will pay for a portion of the project.  This assessment is based on the uniform assessment rate, in which a standard rate is applied to all properties not only along 1st Avenue South, but to all the properties on streets being resurfaced in 2020.

A neighborhood meeting will take place on
Wednesday, February 12th, 6:30 PM
Central Gym Rec Center,
3400 4th Avenue South, Minneapolis

and a public hearing is scheduled for
Tuesday, February 18th, 10:00 AM
Minneapolis City Council chambers

If you have any questions about this project, contact
Larry Matsumoto, Minneapolis Principal Professional Engineer
612-919-1148 or

Listening & Info Session on the Minneapolis Public Schools Comprehensive District Redesign

The Comprehensive District Design (CDD) examines how Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) educates students, how they are placed in and transported to our schools, and how this work is funded.

After introducing a proposed Comprehensive District Design in April 2019, MPS reviewed significant feedback and has now refocused the plan on systemic change and breaking the cycle of disparate achievement outcomes based on race and economics.

Light refreshments, school-aged childcare and interpretation will be available.

If accommodations are needed, contact
Sharifa Urey
612.668.0128

Besides attending the meeting to learn more you can comment online here

Other Listening Sessions are scheduled in other parts of the City. If you can’t attend the meeting on Feb. 3
please see the other dates and meeting location here

 

 

We Count (and Will Be Counted!)

The City of Minneapolis’ Community Connections Conference

Join community leaders and elected officials for an energizing welcome in multiple languages with inspiring performances and speakers to kick off the conference and share how we will ensure that everyone counts in 2020.

The Community Connections Conference is an annual free event that fosters connections between the residents of Minneapolis, community groups, neighborhoods and local government. The conference features important information, networking opportunities, panels, speakers, performances, free food and over 100 exhibitors spaces. There are morning and afternoon workshops offered on the 2020 Census and Elections, Opioid Response, Immigration, Human Trafficking, and more.

Register here.

See the Complete Schedule.

Get a free MetroTransit Bus Pass to attend the event!

Kingfield Empty Bowls 2020!

Check out FB Event details!

Volunteers STILL Needed – register here!

Kingfield’s ready to host its 9th annual Kingfield Empty Bowls community dinner to benefit Nicollet Square, and we would love to see you there! Empty Bowls is a single-evening event that combines art, food, local businesses, nonprofits, and lots and lots of neighbors raising awareness and funds to combat hunger in our neighborhood. Nicollet Square is an organization that provides affordable housing and a supportive environment for youth who have experienced long-term homelessness or have been in the foster care system.

The concept of Kingfield Empty Bowls is simple: Attendees make a donation ($20 per bowl is suggested), select a beautiful handmade bowl donated by a local pottery artist, enjoy a hearty meal of soup prepared by local restaurants, and then keep their bowl as a reminder that many of our neighbors need food and housing.

Grand Avenue Open Houses

The City of Minneapolis is holding public open houses to share updates, answer questions, and collect feedback on the proposed draft layout and design concepts for the reconstruction of Grand Avenue S between Lake Street and 48th St W. Attendees are welcome to come and go at any time and may view a presentation.

The City of Minneapolis plans to reconstruct 2 ¼ miles of Grand Ave S between Lake Street and 48th St W. The 60-year-old pavement has reached the end of its useful life and needs to be replaced. With the total reconstruction of Grand Avenue, the City has the opportunity to:

  • Replace aging infrastructure
  • Improve safety
  • Incorporate ADA compliant pedestrian infrastructure
  • Calm traffic speeds
  • Enhance greening and stormwater facilities

Visit the project website for all things project related. [Read more…]