Programs and initiatives

Learn about City programs and efforts to improve our City. Search by department or interest area to learn more.
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Ribbon-cutting ceremony. Image courtesy of EMERGE.

Bank Qualified Bank Direct Tax Exempt Loan

We offer tax-exempt financing to 501(c)(3) organizations.
North side Promise Zone music event

Promise Zone

This program helps residents of North Minneapolis and other high poverty areas in the U.S.
sewer grate that says "flows to creep keep drain clean" with turtle

Storm drain stenciling

You can organize a group to stencil our motto and clean up storms drains in your neighborhood.
People buying vegetables at farmers market.

Green Zones

We seek to improve the health and well-being of people in our community. Green Zones are communities that have been deeply affected by pollution, racism and other factors.
Nice Ride bikes at mobility hub

Minneapolis Climate Action

The Climate Action initiative is a road map to reducing our city’s climate impact.
people walking around lake

Climate equity

The City is working with the community to combat climate change.
Apartment complex in Minneapolis

Renter First Policy

All residents who rent their homes should live in safe, stable and healthy housing.
de-icer salt in coffee cup

Salt mini-course

You can take our lesson on de-icing salt. Learn how salt impacts the environment and best practices for snow and ice removal. This course takes about 30 minutes to complete.
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Tax Increment Financing

We support community improvement projects with public financing. Tax increment financing (TIF) is one tool we can use for these projects.
New building

Common Bond Fund Revenue Bonds

Growing manufacturing companies can get loans through this program.
Minneapolis skyline and Mississippi River, Photo courtesy of Meet Minneapolis

Revenue Bond

This program provides funding for many types of building projects.
Construction site for a new building

501c3 revenue bonds

We offer low-cost bond financing to nonprofits.
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