Minneapolis City Notices: Zoning Public Hearings, Health Advisories, and Winter Service Updates

Zoning Board of Adjustment Public Hearing

The Minneapolis Zoning Board of Adjustment has scheduled a public hearing for Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. A key item on the agenda includes a variance application for the property located at 204 5th Ave SE (PLAN20851). The applicant is seeking a variance to the location standards for an off-street parking area. Residents are invited to participate in the meeting to provide testimony or submit written comments. The meeting room will be open 30 minutes prior to the start time for registration. Individuals requiring American Sign Language (ASL) or other language interpreters should contact the City Clerk's office to ensure accommodations are available.

Public Health Alert: Medicaid Funding and Resource Centers

Local health officials are monitoring a recent federal announcement regarding a temporary halt to some Medicaid funding for the state of Minnesota. Despite these external fiscal challenges, the City of Minneapolis continues to support "Operation Reconnect," a 24/7 incident command center designed to provide public health resources, food assistance, and medical transportation to residents. Officials urge community members not to delay seeking essential healthcare services or emergency treatment. Additionally, a multistate public health alert has been issued concerning an infant botulism outbreak linked to specific powdered infant formula products. Parents and caregivers are advised to monitor for symptoms such as muscle weakness or lethargy and consult medical professionals immediately if illness is suspected.

Winter Maintenance and Parking Status

As of February 26, a Snow Emergency is not currently in effect for the City of Minneapolis, and normal parking rules apply. However, residents are reminded that City ordinance requires property owners to clear snow and ice from sidewalks within 24 hours of a snowfall. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) continues its winter maintenance schedule, prioritizing the clearing of approximately 140 miles of regional trails and paths. For those utilizing park facilities, please note that "Tier A" locations, including school-park complexes and regional trail loops, receive priority clearing following any accumulation of two inches or more.

Legislative Updates: Housing and Welcoming City Ordinances

The City Council has given formal notice of several upcoming ordinance introductions aimed at strengthening resident protections. These include new regulations to codify Minneapolis as a welcoming city for people of all genders and a proposed ordinance to prohibit rental-screening inquiries into immigration status. Public hearings for related housing matters, including a temporary extension of required pre-eviction notices, are tentatively scheduled for early March. Residents can track these items through the Legislative Information Management System (LIMS).