Help us celebrate the new METRO E Line!

Join Metro Transit and community partners at Minneapolis College on Saturday, Dec. 6, as we celebrate the opening of the new METRO E Line. Our newest bus rapid transit line – one of three that opened this year – will bring faster, more frequent trips to the former Route 6.

The family-friendly community event begins with speakers at 10 a.m., followed by kids and other activities from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. PLUS you can ride free on E Line buses that day, courtesy of Minneapolis College. Join us for the fun!

Details at metrotransit.org/e-line.

NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING 

Todd Grover, on behalf of Grace University Lutheran Church, has applied for a variance to reduce the front and corner side yard requirements for an addition to the existing church building at 326 Harvard Avenue Southeast.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on Thursday, December 4, at 4:30 p.m., in Room 350, Public Service Center, 250 South 4th Street, Minneapolis, MN. Interested parties are invited to attend and be heard. Planning Department staff will issue a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. After hearing from the public, the Zoning Board of Adjustment will make a determination based on required legal findings of fact. Please visit https://lims.minneapolismn.gov/IndependentBodies/Meetings/zba for the agenda with staff reports (web page is typically updated a few days prior to the meeting date).

In accordance with the Zoning Code, all property owners within 350 feet of the subject property are notified of this public hearing.  Your comments may be made verbally at the meeting, or submitted in writing, to:

Ben Carrier, City Planner

505 S 4th Ave #320 

Minneapolis, MN 55415  

Phone: (612) 673-3825

E-mail:  Ben.Carrier@minneapolismn.gov 

For reasonable accommodations or alternative formats please contact 612-673-2216. People who are deaf or hard of hearing can use a relay service to call 311 at 612-673-3000. TTY users call 612-263-6850.

Para asistencia, llame al 612-673-2700 - Rau kev pab 612-673-2800 - Hadii aad Caawimaad u baahantahay 612-673-3500.

THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED. WE WILL MEET AGAIN ON JANUARY 7, 2026

Meeting of EBNP’s Public Realm Committee

Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Online, via Zoom

Regular Meeting of the EBNP Land Use + Infrastructure Committee

Agenda

East Bank Neighborhoods is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82244753621?pwd=3XTa0bGGddrRKCJF0nxHRaubC7nh8P.1

Meeting ID: 822 4475 3621

Passcode: 910522

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• +1 305 224 1968 US

Regular Monthly Meeting of the Como Environment Team

Agenda

In person, at Van Cleve Park Recreation Center. Contact info@eastbankmpls.org for more details

More information can be found at www.eastbankmpls.org/como-environment

Hearing starts at 6:45 pm in the second-floor Board Room at Mary Merrill MPRB Headquarters, 2117 West River Road

A public hearing for the draft Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Naming Policy is scheduled Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 6:45 pm in the second-floor Board Room at Mary Merrill MPRB Headquarters, 2117 West River Road.

The draft policy is available to read on the November 19 Planning Committee Agenda: Resolution 2025-251

Participate in the Public Hearing

Speak in person: Go to the MPRB Headquarters Board Room (second floor) before the hearing begins and add your name to the sign-up sheet at the Board Room entrance. You can also call 612-230-6400 before noon on November 19 to sign up to speak.

Email written comments: Email your comments to OpenTime@minneapolisparks.org by 12 pm on November 19. Comments will be included in the public record of the meeting.

Background

Over the last several years, MPRB has considered possible updates to the Naming Policy that would address interest in naming for donations, names that no longer meet the mission and values of the MPRB, equity in naming, and identification and approval of indigenous names for parks or park assets.

The draft policy was published for public comment between September 15, 2025, and October 30, 2025. Community provided feedback into this policy during the 45-day public comment period. The draft policy has been updated with possible changes to respond to comments received. Community can provide additional comment during the public hearing.

Stay Informed

Visit the Naming Policy project page for more information and sign up for email updates to stay informed as these policies progress.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board of Commissioners (MPRB) will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 6:30 pm to hear public comments on the Grand Rounds Missing Link Concept Plan and Phase One Implementation of the Grand Rounds Missing Link, as approved in the East of the River Parks Plan.

The hearing will take place in the Board Room of the Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Headquarters, 2117 West River Road.

Participate in the Public Hearing

Speak in person: Go to Mary Merrill MPRB Headquarters on the day of the hearing and add your name to the sign-up sheet at the front desk. Individuals who would like to provide comments to the Board of Commissioners about the naming may sign up to speak at the meeting before 6:30 pm. 

You may also call 612-230-6400 before 3 pm on the day of the hearing to sign up to speak.

Email written comments: Email your comments to opentime@minneapolisparks.org by 3 pm on the day of the hearing. Comments will be included in the public record of the meeting.

About the Project

The Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway circles almost all of Minneapolis in 51 miles of continuous parkway and bike and walk trails. It travels along the Mississippi River, Minnehaha Creek, Chain of Lakes, Theodore Wirth Regional Park, Victory Memorial and St. Anthony Parkways, plus many more parks and natural features. However, there’s a gap in NE/SE Minneapolis between Stinson Parkway and East River Parkway that has existed for 140+ years.

Several plans were developed over the past 100 years to complete the Grand Rounds, but the trail gap has persisted. In 2009, a planning effort was supported by community members and the MPRB but was never adopted by the Metropolitan Council due to a lack of interagency support for the trail route and vision.

The 2009 Missing Link trail plan was revisited in 2019 as part of creating the East of the River Park Plan, which planned all neighborhood parks in Minneapolis east of the Mississippi River. An updated Missing Link plan was adopted by the MPRB as well as Metropolitan Council at the conclusion of that project.

Over the past two years, the MPRB has worked to develop a concept plan for the corridor, building on the 2019 park plan. The proposed concept plan, which consists of four connected segments, includes bicycle and pedestrian trail facilities, parkland development and expansion, restored habitat, wayfinding, lighting and stormwater management to connect residents, businesses and workforce centers to the Grand Rounds with year-round multi-modal recreation opportunities. A first phase of implementation is anticipated for 2027-2028, with future phases to be implemented as funding is available. 

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board

2117 West River Road
Minneapolis, MN 55411

612-230-6400 | info@minneapolisparks.org

Join Move Minnesota’s webinar on METRO E-Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) 

METRO E Line replaces the existing Route #6 that connects Southdale, Uptown, downtown, NE Minneapolis and the U of M. As a BRT, the E Line is 20 percent faster, runs frequently, and operates seven days a week. Pay fares before hopping on.

Learn more about the METRO E-Line. Commuter Services, Metro Transit and Move Minneapolis are hosting a webinar to prepare riders along the corridor for the opening of the new METRO E-Line.

WEBINAR: Ready, Set, Ride: Introducing METRO E Line

Monday, Nov. 17

11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CT

Online (Zoom)

Panelists from the three organizations will demonstrate the benefits to the communities the line runs through and how the new line enhances the growing BRT network.  

Register for the Webinar

Can’t make it live? Register anyway to receive the slides and the recording.

Help restore native habitats and protect the clean waters of this scenic nature sanctuary by the Mississippi River, once part of the St. Anthony Falls.

As a volunteer, you will assist in creating spaces for native plants to thrive, removing invasive species, and cleaning up the shoreline and park slopes near limestone rocks, where waters once cascaded like they do at Minnehaha Falls. You’ll have the opportunity to rotate between various stewardship activities throughout the season.

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE: https://forms.gle/b4MLTe4Mb2cc6hBY9

UPCOMING STEWARDSHIP DATES

• September Saturdays -> 6th, 20th, @9a-Noon

• October Saturdays -> 4th, 8th, @9a-Noon

• November Saturdays -> 1st, 15th, @9a-Noon

KEY INFORMATION

• Parking: Metered street parking is available on Main Street SE and surrounding streets, with additional parking ramps at 201 Second Street SE and Riverplace.

• Closest Transit: Bus #6

• Meeting Location: Meet at the corner of 3rd Ave SE and Main St SE, across from the Pillsbury A-Mill. From there, walk down the stairs across from the mill, and you’ll find the sign-in area in the clearing below Main Street SE, near the Third Ave SE road leading to the University of Minnesota lab. Upon arrival, you’ll sign in, learn about the area and activities, meet other volunteers, and receive tools and supplies for the event.

• What to Bring: Please bring a water bottle and wear clothing appropriate for the weather (including rain gear, if necessary). Closed-toe shoes are required for outdoor activities on natural, uneven surfaces. Long pants are recommended to protect your legs from brush, and a hat or hair restraint is suggested for those with long hair. Don't forget bug spray and sunscreen.

• 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Kids Welcome: Children under 12 are welcome, but please ensure that one adult accompanies each child.

BEFORE YOU COME
Each volunteer must complete two required forms before participating:

• Print and complete the EBNP Release and Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risk Agreement. Bring this with you to the event.

• Complete the MPRB Volunteer Waiver of Liability and Photo Release online prior to the event.

• Review the MPRB Park Stewardship Agreement Terms and Conditions and Volunteer Safety Guidelines.

• You can find all of these linked on our sign up form! https://forms.gle/b4MLTe4Mb2cc6hBY9

Gloves and tools will be provided by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.

Need Tools?
Tools are available on loan for individuals and groups. For more information, please contact 612-313-7778 or email sbrooks@minneapolisparks.org.

Regular monthly meeting of the East Bank Neighborhoods Partnership board of directors

Saturday, November 8, 2025, 10:30 am - Noon

Van Cleve Recreation Center | 901 15th Avenue SE

Agenda

Second Meeting of EBNP’s Public Realm Committee

Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Online, via Zoom

Agenda

East Bank Neighborhoods is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Time: Nov 5, 2025 06:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82724575129?pwd=p1JZTnwm39hcMFC3I4etjZ2ZJKxAb3.1

Meeting ID: 827 2457 5129

Passcode: 917255

Regular Meeting of the EBNP Land Use + Infrastructure Committee (date changed to Monday to avoid meeting on Election Day)

Agenda

East Bank Neighborhoods is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82244753621?pwd=3XTa0bGGddrRKCJF0nxHRaubC7nh8P.1

Meeting ID: 822 4475 3621

Passcode: 910522

Dial by your location

• +1 305 224 1968 US

Help restore native habitats and protect the clean waters of this scenic nature sanctuary by the Mississippi River, once part of the St. Anthony Falls.

As a volunteer, you will assist in creating spaces for native plants to thrive, removing invasive species, and cleaning up the shoreline and park slopes near limestone rocks, where waters once cascaded like they do at Minnehaha Falls. You’ll have the opportunity to rotate between various stewardship activities throughout the season.

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE: https://forms.gle/b4MLTe4Mb2cc6hBY9

UPCOMING STEWARDSHIP DATES

• September Saturdays -> 6th, 20th, @9a-Noon

• October Saturdays -> 4th, 8th, @9a-Noon

• November Saturdays -> 1st, 15th, @9a-Noon

KEY INFORMATION

• Parking: Metered street parking is available on Main Street SE and surrounding streets, with additional parking ramps at 201 Second Street SE and Riverplace.

• Closest Transit: Bus #6

• Meeting Location: Meet at the corner of 3rd Ave SE and Main St SE, across from the Pillsbury A-Mill. From there, walk down the stairs across from the mill, and you’ll find the sign-in area in the clearing below Main Street SE, near the Third Ave SE road leading to the University of Minnesota lab. Upon arrival, you’ll sign in, learn about the area and activities, meet other volunteers, and receive tools and supplies for the event.

• What to Bring: Please bring a water bottle and wear clothing appropriate for the weather (including rain gear, if necessary). Closed-toe shoes are required for outdoor activities on natural, uneven surfaces. Long pants are recommended to protect your legs from brush, and a hat or hair restraint is suggested for those with long hair. Don't forget bug spray and sunscreen.

• 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Kids Welcome: Children under 12 are welcome, but please ensure that one adult accompanies each child.

BEFORE YOU COME
Each volunteer must complete two required forms before participating:

• Print and complete the EBNP Release and Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risk Agreement. Bring this with you to the event.

• Complete the MPRB Volunteer Waiver of Liability and Photo Release online prior to the event.

• Review the MPRB Park Stewardship Agreement Terms and Conditions and Volunteer Safety Guidelines.

• You can find all of these linked on our sign up form! https://forms.gle/b4MLTe4Mb2cc6hBY9

Gloves and tools will be provided by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.

Need Tools?
Tools are available on loan for individuals and groups. For more information, please contact 612-313-7778 or email sbrooks@minneapolisparks.org.

We meet at 15th Avenue SE and Talmage Avenue SE

Tools, gloves and snacks will be provided.  

All are Welcome! We leave stalks standing through the winter to provide shelter and sustenance to wildlife. Most of our native bees and butterflies winter underground or in stems. Birds eat the seeds. We wait to trim most stalks till the temperature is 50 degrees. Most planting is done at the end of May or early June. Though we plant mostly perennials, some plants will need replacing. Rain Dates will be announced on the garden e-mail.

Regular Monthly Meeting of the Como Environment Team

Agenda

In person, at Van Cleve Park Recreation Center. Contact info@eastbankmpls.org for more details

More information can be found at www.eastbankmpls.org/como-environment

We meet at 21st Avenue SE and Talmage Avenue SE

Tools, gloves and snacks will be provided.  

All are Welcome! We leave stalks standing through the winter to provide shelter and sustenance to wildlife. Most of our native bees and butterflies winter underground or in stems. Birds eat the seeds. We wait to trim most stalks till the temperature is 50 degrees. Most planting is done at the end of May or early June. Though we plant mostly perennials, some plants will need replacing. Rain Dates will be announced on the garden e-mail.

Typical Schedule through the season:

• Second Wednesday of the Month, 5 - 7 pm

• The last Saturday of the Month, 10 am - Noon

Help restore native habitats and protect the clean waters of this scenic nature sanctuary by the Mississippi River, once part of the St. Anthony Falls.

As a volunteer, you will assist in creating spaces for native plants to thrive, removing invasive species, and cleaning up the shoreline and park slopes near limestone rocks, where waters once cascaded like they do at Minnehaha Falls. You’ll have the opportunity to rotate between various stewardship activities throughout the season.

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE: https://forms.gle/b4MLTe4Mb2cc6hBY9

UPCOMING STEWARDSHIP DATES

• September Saturdays -> 6th, 20th, @9a-Noon

• October Saturdays -> 4th, 8th, @9a-Noon

• November Saturdays -> 1st, 15th, @9a-Noon

KEY INFORMATION

• Parking: Metered street parking is available on Main Street SE and surrounding streets, with additional parking ramps at 201 Second Street SE and Riverplace.

• Closest Transit: Bus #6

• Meeting Location: Meet at the corner of 3rd Ave SE and Main St SE, across from the Pillsbury A-Mill. From there, walk down the stairs across from the mill, and you’ll find the sign-in area in the clearing below Main Street SE, near the Third Ave SE road leading to the University of Minnesota lab. Upon arrival, you’ll sign in, learn about the area and activities, meet other volunteers, and receive tools and supplies for the event.

• What to Bring: Please bring a water bottle and wear clothing appropriate for the weather (including rain gear, if necessary). Closed-toe shoes are required for outdoor activities on natural, uneven surfaces. Long pants are recommended to protect your legs from brush, and a hat or hair restraint is suggested for those with long hair. Don't forget bug spray and sunscreen.

• 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Kids Welcome: Children under 12 are welcome, but please ensure that one adult accompanies each child.

BEFORE YOU COME
Each volunteer must complete two required forms before participating:

• Print and complete the EBNP Release and Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risk Agreement. Bring this with you to the event.

• Complete the MPRB Volunteer Waiver of Liability and Photo Release online prior to the event.

• Review the MPRB Park Stewardship Agreement Terms and Conditions and Volunteer Safety Guidelines.

• You can find all of these linked on our sign up form! https://forms.gle/b4MLTe4Mb2cc6hBY9

Gloves and tools will be provided by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.

Need Tools?
Tools are available on loan for individuals and groups. For more information, please contact 612-313-7778 or email sbrooks@minneapolisparks.org.

Regular monthly meeting of the East Bank Neighborhoods Partnership board of directors

Saturday, October 11, 2025, 10:30 am - Noon

Van Cleve Recreation Center | 901 15th Avenue SE

Agenda

First Meeting of EBNP’s Public Realm Committee

Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Online, via Zoom

Agenda

East Bank Neighborhoods is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: EBNP Public Realm Committee

Time: Oct 8, 2025 06:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83106672460?pwd=E2Fv8DTbjWEe3Xw0If9t838cDQJyya.1

Meeting ID: 831 0667 2460

Passcode: 516213

We meet at 21st Avenue SE and Talmage Avenue SE

Tools, gloves and snacks will be provided.  

All are Welcome! We leave stalks standing through the winter to provide shelter and sustenance to wildlife. Most of our native bees and butterflies winter underground or in stems. Birds eat the seeds. We wait to trim most stalks till the temperature is 50 degrees. Most planting is done at the end of May or early June. Though we plant mostly perennials, some plants will need replacing. Rain Dates will be announced on the garden e-mail.

Typical Schedule through the season:

• Second Wednesday of the Month, 5 - 7 pm

• The last Saturday of the Month, 10 am - Noon

Regular Meeting of the EBNP Land Use + Infrastructure Committee

Agenda

East Bank Neighborhoods is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82244753621?pwd=3XTa0bGGddrRKCJF0nxHRaubC7nh8P.1

Meeting ID: 822 4475 3621

Passcode: 910522

Dial by your location

• +1 305 224 1968 US

Help restore native habitats and protect the clean waters of this scenic nature sanctuary by the Mississippi River, once part of the St. Anthony Falls.

As a volunteer, you will assist in creating spaces for native plants to thrive, removing invasive species, and cleaning up the shoreline and park slopes near limestone rocks, where waters once cascaded like they do at Minnehaha Falls. You’ll have the opportunity to rotate between various stewardship activities throughout the season.

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE: https://forms.gle/b4MLTe4Mb2cc6hBY9

UPCOMING STEWARDSHIP DATES

• September Saturdays -> 6th, 20th, @9a-Noon

• October Saturdays -> 4th, 8th, @9a-Noon

• November Saturdays -> 1st, 15th, @9a-Noon

KEY INFORMATION

• Parking: Metered street parking is available on Main Street SE and surrounding streets, with additional parking ramps at 201 Second Street SE and Riverplace.

• Closest Transit: Bus #6

• Meeting Location: Meet at the corner of 3rd Ave SE and Main St SE, across from the Pillsbury A-Mill. From there, walk down the stairs across from the mill, and you’ll find the sign-in area in the clearing below Main Street SE, near the Third Ave SE road leading to the University of Minnesota lab. Upon arrival, you’ll sign in, learn about the area and activities, meet other volunteers, and receive tools and supplies for the event.

• What to Bring: Please bring a water bottle and wear clothing appropriate for the weather (including rain gear, if necessary). Closed-toe shoes are required for outdoor activities on natural, uneven surfaces. Long pants are recommended to protect your legs from brush, and a hat or hair restraint is suggested for those with long hair. Don't forget bug spray and sunscreen.

• 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Kids Welcome: Children under 12 are welcome, but please ensure that one adult accompanies each child.

BEFORE YOU COME
Each volunteer must complete two required forms before participating:

• Print and complete the EBNP Release and Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risk Agreement. Bring this with you to the event.

• Complete the MPRB Volunteer Waiver of Liability and Photo Release online prior to the event.

• Review the MPRB Park Stewardship Agreement Terms and Conditions and Volunteer Safety Guidelines.

• You can find all of these linked on our sign up form! https://forms.gle/b4MLTe4Mb2cc6hBY9

Gloves and tools will be provided by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.

Need Tools?
Tools are available on loan for individuals and groups. For more information, please contact 612-313-7778 or email sbrooks@minneapolisparks.org.

We meet at 21st Avenue SE and Talmage Avenue SE

Tools, gloves and snacks will be provided.  

All are Welcome! We leave stalks standing through the winter to provide shelter and sustenance to wildlife. Most of our native bees and butterflies winter underground or in stems. Birds eat the seeds. We wait to trim most stalks till the temperature is 50 degrees. Most planting is done at the end of May or early June. Though we plant mostly perennials, some plants will need replacing. Rain Dates will be announced on the garden e-mail.

Typical Schedule through the season:

• Second Wednesday of the Month, 5 - 7 pm

• The last Saturday of the Month, 10 am - Noon