Land Use & Planning

What's our deal with density?

by Colleen O'Connor Toberman

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October 9, 2020

River drawdown offers a look back in time... and a glimpse of the future?

by Colleen O'Connor Toberman

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October 7, 2020

What did the Mississippi River look like before the locks and dams? For a few days, we got a glimpse near St. Anthony Falls of what a less-encumbered Mississippi might look like if locks and dams are removed. Check out our photos. >>

Action Alert: Submit your comments on the Minneapolis MRCCA draft ordinance [CLOSED]

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September 17, 2020

Minneapolis residents have a chance to weigh in on the MRCCA draft ordinance. While we like a lot about the draft, we think it could be better for the birds. Find out more and submit your comments >>

Minneapolis Critical Area Ordinance Workshop

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September 16, 2020

Minneapolis residents: Act now to protect your riverfront!

by Colleen O'Connor Toberman

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September 15, 2020

The city of Minneapolis is taking public comments on its new ordinance to guide riverfront development and land management. The ordinance has a lot of strengths, but we'd like to see more protections for birds along this crucial migratory flyway.

Learn more by reading FMR's analysis or attending our upcoming virtual Q&A. >>

Mapping for environmental justice in the Twin Cities

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September 3, 2020

Curran, a Youth Empowerment Program participant, used data and mapping skills to visualize environmental injustice across Minneapolis and St. Paul. >>

Metro communities begin adopting new river protections

by Colleen O'Connor Toberman

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September 2, 2020

Metro-area cities and townships are beginning to adopt new baseline riverfront protections. Is your city is on the list of communities writing their ordinances this fall? Find out how you can shape river rules based on your community's values and priorities. One example: Minneapolis might require bird-safe measures for new riverfront construction, since migrating songbirds are especially vulnerable to collisions in cities on the Mississippi flyway. >>