Project overview

Public Works plans to construct flood reduction measures in the Cleveland Neighborhood. Streets in the neighborhood flood at least once during most years. Replacing aging storm water pipes will reduce flood risk. Public Works is consulting residents on street improvements for all users. Construction is planned to occur in 2026.

There are three main project goals:

• Reduce flooding of streets and houses for frequent and severe rainfall events.
• Recommend a design layout that improves climate resilience of the area. The design will manage storm water runoff amounts and increasing rainfall intensity.
• Consult residents on priorities for using streets, sidewalks, and green space. These uses will be balanced with water quality needs.

See the project purpose and timeline on the project fact sheet

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Project update

Engagement summary

Earlier this year, Public Works engaged residents to gather project feedback. 

Read a summary of what residents shared in phase 1

Open house

City of Minneapolis Public Works hosted an open house for this project on October 29th, 2024.

View the display boards from the open house

Grant award

City of Minneapolis Public Works was recently awarded a $5 million grant from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). The grant is for stormwater resilience construction costs on this project.

Next steps

The project team is currently evaluating the soil borings, traffic, and parking data. Next we'll make revisions to the street layout concept. When design is ready to move forward, we'll share the updated layout". 

Construction impacts

We expect some traffic impacts while construction is happening.

You might see things like:

• Detours

• Intersection and lane restrictions

• Parking restrictions

• Revised walking and bicycle trails

Residents, businesses and visitors may experience:

• Noise

• Vibration

• Dust in work areas