Ideas in Action
City of Northfield Makes Race Equity a Priority
Northfield has instituted programs and policies designed to make the city a more inclusive place.
Monticello Gets Residents Involved in Sprucing Up Downtown
A community art contest to design Monticello's lightpost banners drew enthusiasm for downtown revitalization and bolstered community identity.
Shoreview Program Helps Residents Conserve Water
Shoreview's Community Water Conservation Program was the winner of the League of Minnesota Cities and Minnesota GreenStep Cities 2019 Sustainable…
New Treatment Plant Ensures Water Quality
The city of St. Anthony Village's advanced oxidation water treatment plant project was the winner of a League of Minnesota…
West St. Paul Saves Money While Solving I&I Problems
West St. Paul's I&I program was the winner of a League of Minnesota Cities 2019 City of Excellence Award.
City of North Oaks Tackles Tick Problem
The North Oaks Integrated Tick Management Program was the winner of a League of Minnesota Cities 2019 City of Excellence…
Afton Project Reduces Flooding and Improves Downtown
The City of Afton's Downtown Village Improvement Project received a 2019 City of Excellence Award.
Cottage Grove Program Increases Employee Morale
The city's in-house training and recognition programs are helping retain talented employees.
St. Cloud Saves Energy and Money With Green Efforts
St. Cloud received the 2018 Sustainable City Award for its Renewable Energy and Efficiency Initiative.
New Police Recruitment Program Increases Diversity
This collaboration between St. Louis Park and Bloomington received a 2018 City of Excellence Award.