Revitalizing Peavey Plaza

I’m very excited that this week, I helped unveil the new design for a revitalized Peavey Plaza for the 21st century. Whether you visit, live or work in Minneapolis, people have loved Peavey Plaza for decades. For many people, it’s been a getaway from the hustle and bustle of the street where they can reconnect [...]

Taxpayers’ burden lifted as pensions merger finally approved

I’m very pleased to report that a major burden has finally been lifted from Minneapolis taxpayers. Yesterday, the merger of two closed pension funds that have been responsible for skyrocketing costs to taxpayers — the Minneapolis Police Relief Association (MPRA) and the Minneapolis Fire Relief Association (MFRA) — was approved by the State’s Public Employees [...]

Creating a more equal economy

The Occupy Wall Street protests, which have raised important questions about economic equity, are spreading around the country, including Minneapolis tomorrow. Before it starts, I want to make a few points: In Minneapolis we have strong opinions, but we also know how to respect each other. We respect the right of people to freely express [...]

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