In Business column for 9/2 Northeaster
Items of Note 9/2/26
Items of Note column for 9/2 Northeaster
Editorial: Two budgets, two attitudes
In August, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey announced his proposed budget for 2027-2028. The proposal includes millions of dollars’ worth of spending cuts, over 100 job cuts and a property tax increase. In the same month, St. Anthony Village continued working on their budget. They, too, have proposed a property tax increase.
Modeling birds as ecological support
Each year, approximately one billion birds in the United States die after flying into glass windows and doors. Holly Greenberg, a printmaker and painter based in Illinois, wants to change that, one hand-made bird at a time. To do that, Greenberg has worked with artists and communities across the country.
Minneapolis Mile of Music meant to help small businesses
Free live music shows at independent music venues after losses from Operation Metro Surge
Artists prepare for conference
The 32nd International Sculpture Conference (ISC), coming to the Twin Cities Oct. 22-26, has prompted members of the Arts District to talk with major players in the sculpture community about their vision for public art in the future.
Bauhaus Brew Labs reopens with a focus on value
When Bauhaus Brew Labs announced its closure in June, the brewery cited a number of industry-wide headwinds that contributed to its decision. Supply chain issues, lower beer sales and the looming threat of the federal hemp ban all made brewing beer ever more difficult for the Northeast hub.
Changes may be coming to Nicollet Island Pavilion
An Aug. 25 public meeting at the Nicollet Island Pavilion brought out 50 interested residents to hear Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board’s (MPRB) Shane Stenzel, its manager of permits and events and enterprise development manager, talk about the building’s future.
Record entries for Minnesota State Fair
The Fine Arts Exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair continues to grow in popularity, and this year was no exception. A record-setting 3,185 entries were submitted across eight categories, with just 343 artists selected. Among them are 37 artists with ties to the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District, including 12 award winners.
Proposed St. Anthony budget could raise taxes
Residents of St. Anthony could see an increase in their property taxes with the 2026 budget — but not without reason, according to a city official. On Tuesday, Aug. 25, Deborah Maloney, finance director at St. Anthony, presented the latest information about the city’s 2027 proposed budget. Maloney’s presentation focused […]