June 4, 2026 Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The City of Minneapolis Climate & Infrastructure Committee met on June 4, 2026, to discuss several procurement and infrastructure-related items. Key procurement actions included approval of contracts and amendments for various public works projects such as sanitary sewer reconstruction, storm sewer improvements, and parking ramp security enhancements. The committee also addressed grant applications for federal transportation funds and regional sales and use tax funds. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the 38th Street and Chicago Avenue reconstruction project, a $15.1 million capital improvement funded by city, state, and special assessments. The committee held a public hearing where community members expressed strong opposition to the special assessments due to concerns about financial burdens, displacement, and historical inequities. The committee moved the project forward without recommendation, committing to work with staff to find alternative solutions before the full council vote. Additionally, the committee approved a lease agreement for a downtown community storage program supporting vulnerable populations and authorized resolutions related to a railroad crossing elimination grant project aimed at improving safety and traffic flow in North Minneapolis. The meeting reflected a focus on balancing infrastructure improvements with community impact and fiscal considerations.