Livability & Safety
We desire a safe and livable neighborhood. Knowing your neighbors and supporting local businesses can help. We also believe more City, County, and State resources are needed to support communities disproportionately affected by crime.
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MPLs city budget
The City Budget affects each and every person who lives in Minneapolis. Join the conversation to make sure city leaders represent your values and priorities in the decisions they make.
City Budget Approved December 8
Noteworthy Items
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$27 million increase for MPD: the Mayor's proposed budget included the increase for MPD and Council Members did not amend this investment.
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$11 million for the Office of Violence Prevention. The final amount includes an amendment of a $3.5 million increase authored by Cunningham and Bender, drawing from unobligated ARPA funds.
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$15 million for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to produce affordable rental housing. This is a $6.9 million increase over the previous year.
How will the 2022 Minneapolis City Budget impact me?
City Services
Departments like the Fire, Public Works, and Health Departments provide critical services to ensure the wellbeing of residents and maintenance of essential infrastructure like roads, utilities, safety, and more.
City Programs
The City operates numerous programs that are funded through the City budget. For example, things like small business support, housing subsidies, and youth programming are funded by the City's budget.
Property Taxes
Only 25% of the City's budget comes from property taxes, with the rest coming from other sources. The Board of Estimate & Taxation has the authority to increase property taxes for residents. Last year, there was no increase to the percentage property owners had to pay in property taxes, because of COVID-19.
Learn More with these Resources!
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To get started, watch this quick primer on the City Budget process!
Find the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Budget here. This, paired with the Council's amendment packet, will give you a good idea of the final approved budget.
Find the amendment packet here.
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Looking for property tax relief? If you are a low-income homeowner, you may be eligible for a property tax relief. For more information, email assessor@minneapolismn.gov or learn about the State's programs here.
Email julia@ppna.org if you have questions about how the budget will impact our neighborhood!