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In this edition
- Move Mpls Staff Update - Farewell, Karl
- DT Thursdays 8/29
- Car-Free MSP
- Quarterly Transit Service Changes
- National Night Out Recap
- Customized Consultations
- Other Happenings
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Move Minneapolis Staff Update -
Farewell, Karl
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Dear Partners & Friends,
I’m writing to share the news that Move Minneapolis Outreach Specialist, Karl Hedlund, will be leaving our team at the end of August to join his partner on new grad school adventures in Rome, Italy. We’re saddened to see Karl go but are thrilled for his new chapter. His contributions to Move Minneapolis have been immense.
Karl has overseen some of the organization’s signature work including leading our Annual Transportation Summits, standing up our bi-monthly webinar series and leading our emerging work into residential outreach and accessibility and affordability services. We’re a better organization and team due to his contributions. We look forward to seeing what’s ahead for him and wish him well on this new adventure.
Best,
Tiffany Orth
Executive Director, Move Minneapolis
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E-Bike/Scooter Demos +
Car-Free MSP Pledge at
Downtown Thursdays 8/29
Downtown Thursday is in full swing on Nicollet Mall with food trucks, musical performances, games, giveaways, and demos from 11:30 am-1:30 pm on Thursdays. Buses are re-routed off Nicollet to Hennepin and Marquette to create a full pedestrian experience (check "Alerts" for your route on metrotransit.org to find transit detour information).
On Thursday, August 29, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. visit VEO and Move Minneapolis on Nicollet between 6th and 7th streets. VEO will provide FREE helmets and test rides of their scooters and e-bikes.
Stop by the Move Minneapolis tent and take the Car-Free MSP pledge to try a sustainable mode in September and get a chance to win an e-bike!
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Take the Car-Free MSP Pledge Today!
The Car-Free MSP pledge is live!
Pledge to replace one trip in September where you would usually drive solo with a sustainable option: biking, walking, transit, carpooling, or telework, etc.
Everyone who pledges will be entered to win prizes such as an e-bike, a waterproof backpack, or a fabulous gift basket with sustainable transportation goodies.
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Celebrate World Car-Free Day 9/22
Join the local celebration of World Car-Free Day at the Wabun Picnic Area - Shelter C from 12pm-3pm on Sunday, September 22nd. Mark you calendar for a day filled with fun, food, and community.
When: Sunday September 22nd, 12-3pm
Where: Wabun Picnic Area Shelter C - 4655 46th Ave S, Minneapolis
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Quarterly Transit Service Changes:
Light Rail Every 12 Minutes
Light rail trains will run more frequently, and service will be improved on several bus routes, as Metro Transit’s ridership and workforce continue to grow. Among the service changes taking effect on Saturday, Aug. 17:
- On the METRO Blue Line and METRO Green Line, trains will run every 12 minutes between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. every day.
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On weekdays, METRO Orange Line buses will run every 10 minutes between 7:30 a.m. and 8 a.m. northbound and between 4 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. southbound. On Sundays, trips will run every 15 minutes.
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National Night Out 2024
In celebration of National Night Out, Move Minneapolis partnered with Meet Minneapolis to table at the Downtown Minneapolis Neighborhood Association’s block party at The Commons Park. Alongside live music, dancing and free food, neighbors stopped by our shared booth to learn both about awesome activities and adventures they can explore through Meet Minneapolis and additionally how to navigate those activities with sustainable transportation through Move Minneapolis’ resources.
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Take Advantage of Summer With Sustainable Transportation
Summer is a great time to try sustainable transportation in the Twin Cities.
Move Minneapolis offers free Customized Consultations for those interested in trying sustainable trips to and around downtown Minneapolis.
Schedule a free 15-minute virtual or phone session to talk through summer tricks and tips, assess your current transportation options, and create a plan to help you on your sustainable way.
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Move Minneapolis is a 501c4 nonprofit that promotes sustainable transportation.
Support is provided by a federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) grant in partnership with the United States Department of Transportation, the Metropolitan Council, the City of Minneapolis, MnDOT, Hennepin County, and the downtown community.
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