[Mpls] More Kudos for Mpls: US Census Statistics

More Kudos for Mpls! Mayor Sayles Belton requested that I post this. Ann Freeman Based on the recently published 2000 Census Supplemental Survey, Minneapolis is ranked #1 in the country for bicycle commuting with an estimated average of 5,366 people riding to work each day on a bike. That

RE: [Mpls] What's missing?

Willie Murphy and the Bumblebees and dances at the old Dania Hall and Mixed Blood Theater (was it the theater then). Koerner, Ray and Glover at the 400 Bar. Ann Freeman 9-1, who is revealing her age and West Bank roots ___ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil

[Mpls] Mayor Sayles Belton Budget Address

Below is a news release describing Mayor Sayles Belton's 2002 Budget Address. Mayor Sayles Belton Presents 2002 Budget Minneapolis: Safe City/Strong City November 8, 2001 (Minneapolis, MN)--Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton today presented her 2002 Budget recommendations to the

RE: [Mpls] Sayles Belton's Scheduling Conflict

People Serving People is a very worthy organization that serves hundreds of people every night -- of which two thirds are children. Their new facility will allow them to offer -- in addition to providing shelter -- on-site daycare, indoor and outdoor playgrounds, children's programming,

[Mpls] Mayor on Crisis Preparedness in Washington

Mayor Sayles Belton Delivers Heartfelt Report from the Homeland in Nation's Capital October 24, 2001 (Minneapolis, MN) - At the US Conference of Mayor's Emergency Safety and Security Summit in Washington, D.C., Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton today delivered a heartfelt Report

[Mpls] Mayor and City response to Sept 11 attack

Remember: our rules allow pointed disagreement, but require respectful discussion. -- Since several members of the list have posted questions about the Mayor's response to the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, I thought it would be useful to provide an overview of her activities to list members.

RE: [Mpls] Malik Del Mar dead

Last week, the Star Tribune ran Malik Del Mar's obituary (different than the feature story today). At the end of the obit was a wonderful quote -- I don't recall if it was attributed to him or not, but it certainly is wonderful -- so wonderful that I copied it and saved it: Never let the pain

[Mpls] News Release from Mayor Sayles Belton

U.S. Conference of Mayors releases Metro Economies Report Minneapolis and Twin Cities Metro Area ranks 12th in nation in GMP July 12, 2001 (Minneapolis, MN)-Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton today announced that according to a US Conference of Mayor (USCM) Report released Tuesday,

RE: [Mpls] Mayor's Press Conference

This is my first personal post. List members know me as the Mayor's Communication's Director, and know that I provide news releases, statements, and other things that represent the Mayor's activities and policies. The words that follow are my own and reflect my own opinions. I want to thank

[Mpls] Today's Tax Bill news conference by the Mayor, Council PresidentCherryhomes and Council Member Campbell

Below is the text of the remarks made today at a news conference held by Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton and Council President Jackie Cherryhomes to address the current State tax bill that endangers the funding for City initiatives such as the Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) and affordable

[Mpls] Mayor Sayles Belton statement on Superintendent Johnson's decision to stay in Mpls

Below is a statement from Mayor Sayles Belton about Superintendent Johnson's decision to stay in Minneapolis. This statement was released to the media on Tuesday afternoon. I am pleased that Carol Johnson has decided to continue her important work as Superintendent of the Minneapolis Public

[Mpls] Mayors testimony at Mac hearing on June 5

I thought list members would be interested in reading Mayor Sayles Belton's testimony at the MAC PE Committee regarding support for the full insulation package out to the 60 DNL. Ann Freeman Communications Director Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton (612) 673-2156 Testimony - Mayor Sayles

[Mpls] Mayor Sayles Belton supports council litter container proposal

The follow news release pertains to today's City Council approval of a plan the mayor has been supporting to increase litter containers in the city and the servicing of them Ann Freeman Communications Director Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton (612) 673-2156 Mayor Sayles Belton applauds

[Mpls] Mayor Sayles Belton on IMDivesity site on African American unemployment

This is a web site that has asked a variety of people to discuss the ongoing disparity in unemployment among African Americans. This is a Minneapolis issue as the impact is certainly being felt here. Mayor Sayles Belton was asked to contribute her comments and they are listed here along with a

[Mpls] Mayor Sayles Belton announces City plan to address construction related traffic congestion

Below is a news release detailing a news conference held today by Mayor Sayles Belton to outline the City's plans to address traffic congestion related to construction and road work. Mayor Sayles Belton announces City plan to ease motorists' frustrations with spring and summer road projects

[Mpls] Mayor Sayles Belton speaks out in opposition to concealed handgunbill

Mpls-Issues tip: PLEASE trim/cut the previous message that you are responding to. The redundant characters make it harder for Digest readers to read and it needlessly lengthens download times. --- The news releases below details the news conference held Thursday morning by Mayor Sayles

[Mpls] Mayor Sayles Belton in Washington for Summit on Investment in NewAmerican City

The news release below was issued by the Office of the Mayor this morning and details Mayor Sayles Belton's trip to Washington D.C. to participate in the National Summit on Investment in the New American City. Mayor Sayles Belton to Join Mayors and CEO's From Across the Country to Meet with

[Mpls] Volunteers needed for tree planting event on the Midtown Greenway

Mayor Sayles Belton asked me to forward this request for volunteers to help plant trees on the Midtown Greenway to list members. Ann Freeman Communications Director Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton (612) 673-2156 We need volunteers! Help plant trees in the Midtown Greenway for an Arbor

[Mpls] Re: A dirty city

Kris Brogan, policy aide for Mayor Sayles Belton and a Ward 9 resident, asked me to share the following story with list members: Recently, one of Kris' family members saw a driver throw a fast food bag out of the window of his car at a stop light in South Minneapolis. The driver in the car

[Mpls] Minneapolis parking restrictions lifted

Below is the official news release issued by the City of Minneapolis detailing the lifting of the parking restrictions that have been in effect since February 11. For the record, the Mayor and her staff have been working closely with public works to get the restrictions lifted prior to April 1.

[Mpls] news releases from the Office of Mayor Sayles Belton

The following news releases were issued this week by the Office of Mayor Sayles Belton: Mayor Sayles Belton to Begin 2001 Community Public Safety Meetings Mayor, Police Chief, and reps from City and County Attorneys to provide updates and respond to citizens' questions March 18, 2001

[Mpls] Mayor Sayles Belton honored by Ebony Magazine

Below is the text of a news release issued today by the Office of Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton regarding her selection by Ebony Magazine as one of the ten most powerful African American women in America. The article appears in the March issue of the magazine. Ann Freeman Communications Director