Public engagement
We share the New Nicollet Redevelopment focus area map and engagement process.
Focus area
Engagement focus area
People who live, work, shop and visit this area will be most affected by the redevelopment. We want to engage you in our planning.
Our engagement focus area extends one half mile in each direction beyond the redevelopment area. It includes portions of the following neighborhoods.
- Central
- Lyndale
- Whittier
- Phillips West
Our engagement focus area includes everything between:
- 26th Street on the north
- Portland Avenue on the east
- 34th Street on the south
- Lyndale Avenue on the west
Engagement process
Public Engagement Framework
We completed our public engagement framework document in 2021.
A PDF of the document is available on our Legislative Information Management System (LIMS).
Phase 1
We started Phase 1 in 2022 and completed it in January of 2023.
Goals
- Create open dialogues with community members in the area, and
- Identify the communities’ desired outcomes.
Partners
We contracted with a diverse group of organizations, including:
- NEOO Partners Inc.
- Whittier Alliance
- Phillips West Neighborhood Organization
- Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CANDO)
- Lyndale Neighborhood Association
- Fortune Relief and Youth Empowerment Organization (FRAYEO)
- Lake Street Council
Reports
There are two reports that document this phase.
- Phase I Engagement Summary
- Desired Outcomes
Phase 2
We started Phase II in June of 2023 and completed it in May of 2024.
Goals
- Continue to work with Phase I partners to engage communities
- Identify the communities’ priorities for public space activities and amenities
- Ask the communities what should be prioritized on the new street
Reports
There are three reports that document this phase:
- Phase II Engagement Summary
- New Nicollet Concept Layout Plan
- Public Space Framework
Phase 3
Phase 3 work will craft a Development Plan for the site. This work will include:
- Deciding goals for future buildings on the site
- Understanding how market forces may affect the project
- Exploring ownership strategies
- Much more
Check back in mid-summer 2024 or sign-up for notices to learn when we’ll invite the public to events and activities to get feedback.