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Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board News Releases

By maryann | March 10, 2010

To review the list of news releases, please click on the following link:
MPRB News Releases

2010 Census Update

By maryann | March 10, 2010

Beginning next week, the 2010 census form will start being delivered to homes throughout the city.
The 2010 census form is one of the shortest forms in history – 10 questions. Each question helps to determine how more than $400 billion will be allocated to communities across the country. If you’re curious about the form, what questions will be on [...]

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Minneapolis Earth Day Cleanup, April 18 at Folwell Park

By maryann | March 10, 2010

2010 Minneapolis Earth Day Cleanup, Saturday, April 18, 9:30 a.m. until Noon, Folwell Park
Volunteer! Get a team together or come by yourself. Help clean up in and around Folwell Park. Supplies are provided. For details or to volunteer, call Mary Ann at 612-521-2100.

Community Meeting – March 25 – City of Minneapolis and Neighborhood Organizations Together Update Development Plan for Lowry Avenue

By maryann | March 9, 2010

February 19, 2010 ( MINNEAPOLIS )—The City of Minneapolis and Lowry area neighborhood organizations are hosting the third and final community meeting related to the Lowry Avenue Strategic Plan on Thursday, March 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the North Regional Library, 1315 Lowry Avenue North , Minneapolis .
The community is invited to:

Review maps guiding future development
Review [...]

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FNA’s Bunny Breakfast – Saturday, March 27 – Reservations by March 24

By maryann | March 9, 2010

The Bunny Breakfast is Saturday, March 27, from 9am until 11am at Folwell Park, 1615 Dowling Avenue North in Minneapolis. The breakfast of pancakes, sausages, juice and coffee is cooked and served by the Camden Lions Club. Children under age 12 eat free, 13 and older $3. There are photo opportunities with the “big bunnies” [...]

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Minneapolis 311 Hours Changing Effective April 12, 2010

By maryann | March 9, 2010

Effective Monday, April 12, 2010, Minneapolis 311 will be reducing its business hours from 7am – 11pm (Monday-Friday) to 7am – 7pm (Monday-Friday). This action is being taken in order to meet 2010 budget guidelines.
If you have questions, please contact Diane Nelson, Minneapolis 311. 612.673.5925-Phone; 612.673.5970-Fax; diane.nelson@ci.minneapolis.mn.us

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News Release – Winter Parking Restrictions end in Minneapolis

By maryann | March 8, 2010

Drivers should continue to follow posted parking signs
March 5, 2010 (MINNEAPOLIS) Effective immediately, Minneapolis has lifted the Winter Parking Restrictions that were put in place last month. The restrictions went into effect on Feb. 11 after snow accumulations narrowed many streets, making it difficult for fire trucks, ambulances, and other emergency vehicles to navigate [...]

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NRP News Digest – March 4, 2010

By maryann | March 4, 2010

Please click on the link below to view the NRP News Digest
NRP News Digest

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Minneapolis River Forum Current – March 3, 2010

By maryann | March 4, 2010

To review the March 4. 2010, Minneapolis River Forum Current, please click on the link
Minneapolis River Forum Current 3-4-10

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Lowry Avenue Bridge Construction Open House on March 23

By maryann | March 3, 2010

March 1, 2010
Contacts: Mark Stenglein, Hennepin County Commissioner: 612-348-7882
Cara Lee, Public Affairs: 612-348-6883
Lowry Avenue Bridge construction open house on March 23
A new icon is under construction in Minneapolis.
Residents can learn more about the Lowry Avenue Bridge construction schedule at an open house from 6:30 to 8 p.m., with a short presentation at 7 [...]

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