Week of August 17th

Mail: Minneapolis City Newsletters · 3 weeks ago · Council Member Michael Rainville
Week of August 17th Weekly Update

Council Member Michael Rainville

3rd Ward News from Council Member Michael Rainville

August 21st, 2026

Message from Henry

Hello Ward 3,

I have a bittersweet announcement to make: I have accepted a new job and today is my last day working in the Ward 3 office. I have truly loved working with and meeting so many of you over the nearly five years I've worked here. I feel so fortunate to have had this opportunity to serve the city I grew up in, and help all of you with whatever issue or concern you reach out about. 

I also want to thank Council Member Rainville for putting his trust in me for all these years. He's been an absolutely wonderful boss and has taught me so many great skills. I am lucky to have been able to work for someone who cares so much about the people he represents, and the responsibility of the position he holds. 

While I'm going to miss working here, I am excited for my new job and hope to see many of you around in the future. 

With Gratitude,

Henry

Message from Council Member Rainville

Hello to all my 3rd Ward neighbors,

This week started out with a wonderful Saturday on the East side of Ward 3. First I attended a pop-up juice restaurant on 13th Ave NE. The Ecuadorian entrepreneur joins the Ecuadorian flower shop between 2nd St. NE and 3rd St. NE as new businesses on 13th Ave. The goal of the pop-up is to move the concept into a brick and mortar location. I also ran across 13th Ave. to enjoy the Ecuadorian festival at St. Cyril Church. The new community of worship has revitalized the church which was founded by Czechoslovakian immigrants. 

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Next stop was to join the volunteers from the Sheridan and St. Anthony West Neighborhoods in the their monthly neighborhood clean-up. Everyone picked up trash and then returned to the NE Yacht Club to get to know each other and enjoy the fellowship. 

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Then I shopped at the NE Farmer's Market for my household's weekly fruits and vegetables. It was a great weekend in Ward 3 and excellent weather.

At the Business, Inspections, and Zoning Committee we received a staff presentation on the draft data center regulations. The City has opened up the public comment period with a tentative public hearing scheduled for October 13th at the Planning Commission meeting. My fellow Council Members and I have a lot of questions still to be answered by staff and we have been hearing from both residents and non-residents about the potential impact. I welcome your thoughts. The major takeaways from the staff report are:

On Tuesday, August 26th there will be a community listening session for residents to share with the City what they want in the next MPD chief. 

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Finally, it is with a mixed heart that I say goodbye to Henry. He has been a joy to work with for almost five years since the day I first took office. I wish him the best as he moves onto a new role.

As always Patrick and I are here to serve you. We can be reached at ward3@minneapolismn.gov. Please report all issues to 311 before contacting us so there is a paper trail and staff are already aware of the issue when we speak with them. You can contact 311 by simply dialing 311, email them at Minneapolis311@minneapolismn.gov or by submitting a 311 Contact Form.

Your neighbor,

Michael

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Share your input on Minneapolis’ next police chief

What do you want to see in the next Minneapolis police chief?

The City is conducting a national search for the next chief of the Minneapolis Police Department and wants to hear from residents and community members. The Mayor’s Office, Office of Community Safety and Minneapolis City Council are hosting community listening sessions across Minneapolis. Join a session to share your priorities, qualities and characteristics you want to see in the next police chief.

Community feedback will help inform the position profile and candidate selection process.

Upcoming listening sessions

Learn more and find additional opportunities to participate on the City website. Click to edit this placeholder text.

Help shape the City’s next comprehensive plan, Minneapolis 2050

What should Minneapolis look like in the future? The City is working on its next comprehensive plan, Minneapolis 2050. Your input can help shape the plan’s goals and vision.

Take the Minneapolis 2050 survey by Sept. 30 to share your ideas about the future of Minneapolis. It should take you less than five minutes to complete. You can take the survey in:

Once the new plan goes into effect in 2030, it will influence many things that impact our daily lives, including:

Over the next couple of years, there will be more opportunities to learn more about Minneapolis 2050 and share your ideas and feedback.

To stay informed, sign up for Minneapolis 2050 text or email updates.

Make a difference: Serve on a board or commission, apply Aug. 1-31

Applications are closing soon. Apply through the end of the month to serve on a City board or commission. Serving on a board or commission is your chance to directly shape policies that affect daily life. Your voice brings fresh perspective and drives transparency in City decisions. Whether you’re interested in civil rights and ethics, public housing and property values, historic preservation, or zoning, we encourage you to consider an open position.

Most boards meet monthly, and it’s a great way to gain valuable skills, build relationships with community leaders and grow your understanding of local government.

Right now, Minneapolis is accepting applications for several boards.

Ready to get involved? Explore current openings, and apply Aug. 1-31.

Find your furever friend with MACC and Petsmart

Minneapolis Animal Care & Control (MACC) is now able to process adoptions seven days a week thanks to a new event with Petsmart.

Meet (and adopt) available animals every Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Petsmart at the Quarry, located at 1640 New Brighton Blvd. Every other day of the week, you can stop by MACC at 212 17th Ave. N. to view adoptable animals.

Adoption fees are always free for residents.

View adoptable animals, see adoption hours and learn more on the City website.

Protect yourself from scams

Scammers may pretend to be City employees to trick people into paying fake bills or sharing personal information.

Watch for warning signs. Be cautious if a request includes:

If something feels suspicious, call 311 before making a payment or sharing personal information.

Why these scams can look real

Some City information is public. Scammers may use real property addresses, permit applications or other details to make messages appear legitimate.

What to do

Learn more on the City website.

Contact Ward 3

Visit: minneapolismn.gov/ward3
Email: michael.rainville@minneapolismn.gov
Phone: 612-673-2203

City Hall
350 S. Fifth St., Room 370
Minneapolis, MN 55415

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