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Transition point for N Mpls river reconnection work
by Alicia Uzarek

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April 10, 2017

The FMR advocacy crew is switching gears. After spending 2016 researching how to better connect North Minneapolis with the Mississippi River we're shifting to advocating for those community-identified changes. We marked this transition with a final presentation by FMR's CURA research assistant Eric King and a panel discussion with attendees, covering everything from potential gentrification to a possible land-bridge over Interstate 94.

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N. Mpls Reconnect March Meeting
Reconnecting North Minneapolis to the Mighty Mississippi

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February 7, 2017

Do you like to use the parks and trails along the Mississippi River? Are you excited about the new parkland coming to the riverfront in North Minneapolis? We are, too! We also want it to be safe and easy for residents and other community members to walk or bike between the existing North Minneapolis neighborhoods and this new parkland (and vice versa). 

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Bike and pedestrian conditions on the West Broadway I-94 bridge
What river lovers need to know about plans for the new Ford site
by Whitney Clark

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January 11, 2017

Recently, the city of St. Paul unveiled draft plans to redevelop the Ford Plant site along the Mississippi River. Pictured above in its truck-making days, the 135-acre campus is now clear of structures with plans for a new 21st-century riverfront community in the works. >>

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St. Paul Ford site
Upper Harbor Terminal open house & Above the Falls meeting

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January 10, 2017
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Big news: Bluffs, shorelines and scenic views protected!

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December 27, 2016

At long last, new State of Minnesota rules are now in place governing land use and development along the metro stretch of the Mississippi River, a.k.a. our local national park! While allowing for growth and redevelopment, the new rules protect the metro riverfront's natural, scenic and cultural treasures. 

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The Mississippi River Gorge from St. Paul by Jim Hudak
Press release: New MN rules to protect metro Mississippi River corridor, our local national park!

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December 27, 2016
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Mystery building near Lake Street Bridge to reduce odors, but stands to be improved
by Alicia Uzarek

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December 12, 2016

A number of Mississippi Messages readers have contacted us since the leaves fell from the trees about a new building on the river located just north of Minneapolis' Lake Street bridge. We investigated and have some answers, as well as several related questions and concerns.

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