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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EMS Pathways Academy

Earn a Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Start your career in the Minneapolis Fire Department.
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City Trees

We offer a low-cost way for residents and businesses to help build the city's tree canopy.
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Share your story

The City is teaming up with a non-profit to collect people's stories about Minneapolis. Here's your chance have your story recorded for future.
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Parklets and street cafes

You can enroll to host a parklet or open a street café in the City of Minneapolis.
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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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Resilience Hubs

Resilience Hubs are community spaces that support residents, share resources, and reduce pollution. 
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Food Forward

We help restaurants reduce wasted food, save money, and make a lasting impact.
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Transportation programs

You can learn about the transportation programs in the City.
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We Walk Minneapolis

#WeWalkMpls is about using the hashtag to show how you walk to get around the City.
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South Minneapolis Community Safety Center

The Safety Center will include the 3rd precinct police station. It will have other community services and resources as well.
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Ready Camp emergency prep training

You can take our free training to learn how to prepare for an emergency.
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Clean City

You can volunteer to help keep Minneapolis beautiful. Take part in one of our Clean City programs and make a difference in our city.
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