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George Floyd Square pedestrian mall idea vetoed
Nearly five years since the murder of George Floyd, Minneapolis leaders are still considering what to do with the area surrounding where it occurred. Most recently, Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed a proposal that would create a pedestrian mall,
Future of George Floyd Square back up in the air again with mayor and city council at odds
The question over what will become of George Floyd Square in south Minneapolis is back up in the air again after Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed a plan to make it a pedestrian mall. The mayor says the council is “gerrymandering” to get their way.
Mayor Frey vetoes City Council’s decision to delay George Floyd Square development
Last week, the City Council voted to have city staff further study a pedestrian plaza layout despite a previous survey showing it lacked support from immediate neighbors.
Frey vetoes council move toward a pedestrian plaza at George Floyd Square
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed the city council’s plan to explore building a pedestrian-only mall at George Floyd Square, the intersection where an officer killed Floyd in 2020.
Frey vetoes Minneapolis City Council's plans for George Floyd Square
Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday vetoed the Minneapolis City Council’s plans to transform George Floyd Square at 38th and Chicago into a pedestrian mall. Frey’s urging the council to reconsider a flexible-open option proposed last year.
It’s time to move forward at George Floyd Square
In just a few months, we will mark five years since the murder of George Floyd. This anniversary, while an important moment of reflection, should also serve as a call to action. Come May, George Floyd Square — the area in and around the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue S.
Construction on George Floyd Square delayed, council puts redesign plan ‘on ice’
The Climate and Infrastructure Committee voted 4-2 to put the city’s plan “on ice.” Council member Katie Cashman said the plan could be reconsidered if the pedestrian design didn’t work out. But opponents say the decision will delay much-needed infrastructure upgrades.
George Floyd Square plans remain in limbo following committee’s rejection of public works plan
The Minneapolis Climate and Infrastructure Committee voted not to approve the concept layout plan for George Floyd Square that was recommended by public works. In the committee meeting, four voted in favor of a plan to “put the concept plan on ice” and two against it. This means the council will put off approving a design for George Floyd Square.
Four nonprofits to present possible plans to reimagine George Floyd Square
They'll give a presentation on their plans to redevelop the Peoples' Way, formerly a gas station, later this month.
Frey vetoes council plan to study pedestrian mall at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday vetoed a City Council plan to create a pedestrian mall at the south Minneapolis intersection where George Floyd died under former police officer Derek Chauvin’s knee nearly five years ago.
Sheletta: I have a dream for 38th and Chicago
Everything in the world changed after George Floyd died, except the place where he was murdered by a Minneapolis police ...
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Minneapolis mayor pushes for George Floyd Square plan to finally move forward
After multiple delays, the city has yet to agree on a path forward for reimagining George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis. Flexible, open-street concept: Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey stressed the ...
Mayor vetoes Minneapolis City Council's decision to delay development of George Floyd Square
Ward 9 City Council Member Jason Chavez fired back on social media, arguing the mayor has never reckoned with the trauma that ...
Minneapolis violence interrupter threatens violence on city contracts
The Rev. Jerry McAfee’s comments have become a flashpoint in a passionate debate to play out in council chambers Thursday.