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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 02/10/2026

Today I joined my colleagues in passing a resolution calling on Hennepin County and the University of Minnesota to cancel their contracts with Flock Safety. kstp.com/kstp-news/local-news/minne…

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 01/10/2026

Join the Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CANDO) for two amazing community events this Saturday, Oct 3rd! Start the day with 38th Street Market, featuring local farmers and an array of family friendly activities and vendors.

Flyer reads: 38TH STREET MARKET FOOD & FARMERS er Skating ROller Wia Cities Skter ie-Dutc O KONDE DOUDLE DUTCil Healing HEALING Stones GEORGE FLOYD SQUARE 38TH & CHICAGO SATURDAY OCTOBER 3 WWW.38THANDCHI.COM 10AM-2PM

Flyer reads: CULTIVATE . CREATE · CONGREGATE BOWLS & SPOONS HARVEST FEAST ONE TABLE ONE MEAL ONE NEIGHBORHOOD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026 2:00 - 8:00 PM | COMMUNITY MEAL AT 5:00 3700 block of Chicago Avenue . George Floyd Square, Minneapolis cafac.org/bowls-and-spoons FREE - EVERYONE IS FED ALL AFTERNOON & INTO THE EVENING Art making . Mending & natural dye station . Seed art . Spinning tops . Games . Roller skating . Double dutch . Line dancing lessons · DJ · Creative writing workshop · Spoken word . Sound healing blessing over the meal . Art exhibit at PLOT Gallery Handmade bowls & spoons are available for purchase. The meal is free. Proceeds seed next year's Feast.

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 30/09/2026

In November the City Council will be voting on a regulatory framework for new data centers in Minneapolis. This is an extremely important issue that so many of us care deeply about, and we need your input ahead of this vote.

Flyer reads: PEOPLE POWERED POLICY: A COMMUNITY DISCUSSION ON DATA CENTERS Co-hosted by Council Members Soren Stevenson and Aurin Chowdhury A panel discussion on how to protect our city and regulate data centers. The panel will feature elected officials and community organizers. Thursday October 8th Sabathani Community Center 310 E 38th St, Minneapolis, MN 55409 6:00 - 8:00 PM

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 29/09/2026

What should Minneapolis look like in the future? Want more homes, transit, and businesses? The City is working on its next comprehensive plan, Minneapolis 2050.

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 29/09/2026

We had a great time celebrating our neighborhoods at Nicollet Open Streets! The rain couldn’t dampen our love for the small businesses and streets that make Lyndale and Kingfield the unique and vibrant places they are! Thank you to everyone who attended and made the event possible!

Photo of CM Stevenson and community leader at Open Streets Nicollet

Photo of CM Stevenson and staff tabling at Open Streets Nicollet

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 29/09/2026

We had a great time celebrating our neighborhoods at Nicollet Open Streets! The rain couldn’t dampen our love for the small businesses and streets that make Lyndale and Kingfield the unique and vibrant places they are. Thank you to everyone who attended and made the event possible!

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 22/09/2026

On Friday, three members of the Board of Estimate and Taxation (BET) released a letter expressing concern about a pattern of unsustainable and unaccountable spending within the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD).

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 21/09/2026

I have been hearing from parents, families and educators in Ward 8 about how difficult and destabilizing the planned school closures by Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) will be. I am very concerned about the proposal to close 16 schools (including Field Elementary)

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 16/09/2026

Get ready to walk, ride, roll, and party in the street! Nicollet Open Streets is only 10 days away! The Lyndale Neighborhood Association (LNA) has over 100 vendors booked along with musical guests and loads of food trucks.

Photo of crowd and vendors at Nicollet Open Streets

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 16/09/2026

Neighbors, I will be holding Ward 8 office hours on Friday, 9/18 11am-1pm at Bichota Coffee, 3740 Chicago Ave. Come share your thoughts and questions, I hope to see you there!

Flyer for Ward 8 office hours, details outlined in post

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 08/09/2026

Reminder that the first Public Hearing on the City’s budget is TOMORROW! It will be at 5:05pm at the Public Service Center, 250 S. 4th St, Room 350, at the Board of Estimate and Taxation (BET) meeting. Now is the chance to make your voice heard on what the City’s budget priorities should be!

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 04/09/2026

TOMORROW! Join Southside Back in the Day between 11am-7pm to celebrate Southside's history and present! This event is a one-day, multi-faceted community festival held annually on Labor Day weekend at Phelps Park.

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 03/09/2026

Neighbors, earlier today there was a mass shooting in the Loring Park neighborhood at 15 E Grant St. I am heartbroken to say that there were several victims, including police officers, and there were three fatalities, including the shooter.

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 28/08/2026

Neighbors, now is the time to organize and make your voices heard! A 60-Day Comment Period on Data Center Regulations is now open. We need to hear from you!

Flyer for data centers public comment, all details outlined in post

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 25/08/2026

I had a great time touring the new all-electric Public Housing duplex in Ward 8 that was recently completed ahead of schedule! These are family-sized units and we desperately need them. There are over 3000 families on the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority’s waitlist.

Photo of CM Stevenson and MPHA Executive Director Abdi Warsame standing in front of new Ward 8 Public Housing duplex

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 21/08/2026

Some important updates on data centers from City Hall!

Overlay district outside downtown • A new zoning overlay district will allow case-by-case review of data centers outside downtown • Overlay district would allow smaller-scale data centers than downtown Applying for the overlay district • A company or institution must apply to rezone the property • The City can approve or deny the request Zoning districts eligible to apply for the overlay • RM3, CM1, CM2, CM3, CM4, PR1, and PR2 Zoning districts NOT eligible to apply for the overlay • UN1, UN2, UN3, RM1, RM2, and TRI

Map of proposed data center Overlay District

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 20/08/2026

We had a good and productive meeting last night with the Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CANDO). I joined County Commissioner Angela Conley and community members for a conversation about the Mayor’s proposed 2027 budget, and the property tax increase of 11.3% that it includes.

Photo of CM Stevenson, Commissioner Conley and community members at CANDO meeting

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 19/08/2026

I had a great time touring Sabathani’s geothermal heating and cooling project that is currently underway. This project is a perfect example of the kind of work our city needs to be more sustainable and climate resilient.

Photo of CM Stevenson with group wearing hard harts in front of Sabathani Community Center ahead of geothermal project tour

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 19/08/2026

Neighbors, we want to hear from you! Please join Council Member Aurin Chowdhury and I next Wednesday, 8/26 from 6-8pm at Sabathani Community Center, 310 E 38th St, for a town hall on the process to recruit a new Chief of the Minneapolis Police Department.

Flyer for South Minneapolis Police Chief Recruitment Townhall, all details outlined in post

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 14/08/2026

This week Mayor Frey published his proposed budget for 2027. We are headed into a difficult budget session, but I want you to know that my priority is to invest in our communities and protect the critical City services that residents rely on and pay for. Stay tuned for more to come.

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 11/08/2026

Neighbors, today is Election Day! Let’s get out and vote! It’s more important than ever that we get out and make our voices heard.

Graphic of a loon holding "I voted sticker" reads: It's Election Day! 2026 State Primary Election Polls open 7am to 8pm"

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 06/08/2026

Neighbors, I will be holding Ward 8 office hours next Friday, 8/14 11am-1pm at Bichota Coffee, 3740 Chicago Ave. Come share your thoughts and questions, I hope to see you there!

Flyer with photo of CM Stevenson and reads: Ward 8 Office Hours, Every Third Friday Of The Month, Upcoming: August 14* Sept 18, 11am-1pm, With Council Member Soren Stevenson, BICHOTA COFFEE, 3740 Chicago Ave S, *Note: second Friday of the month instead of third

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 06/08/2026

My colleagues and I are bringing forward a Safe Outdoor Parking Ordinance this fall, and we want to hear from you! Join us on Monday, August 10th 6:30-8pm for a virtual community engagement event to learn about the proposed ordinance, share your feedback and ask questions.

Minneapolis Safe Outdoor Parking Ordinance Council Members Jason Chavez, Aurin Chowdhury, Aisha Chughtai, and Soren Stevenson invite you to a virtual community engagement session to hear your feedback on the proposed safe outdoor parking ordinance. Additionally, we will have a special guest from Stepping On Up, located in Duluth, MN, who will share how they operate a safe outdoor parking program. Duluth passed their own safe outdoor parking ordinance back in 2023, on which this ordinance is modeled. Scan the QR code to register and please let us know if you need any language accommodations. SCAN ME Monday, August 10th, 2026 M E 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. • Zoom Registration https://bit.ly/4c6v7EX What is safe outdoor parking? • Allows people to sleep in their vehicles overnight. • Must be located in an approved off-street parking lot that is licensed by the City of Minneapolis. • Must be managed and staffed at all times. • Follows clear rules for safety and operations.

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 03/08/2026

Neighbors, I am looking forward to connecting with many of you tomorrow evening for National Night Out! There are over 100 block parties planned in Ward 8! I will be joining as many block parties and gatherings as possible, I apologize in advance for the ones I won’t be able to make.

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 01/08/2026

🎉Neighbors! You're invited! Please join me for Coming Back Home: Sabathani's 60th Anniversary Block Party on Saturday, August 8, from 11am–3pm.

Flyer for Sabathani 60th anniversary block party, all details outlined in post

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 30/07/2026

This week I was at the MN Cooperative Summit in Duluth. I learned about the long and storied history of co-ops in MN and how they allow everyone to thrive in our economy.

Photo of CM Stevenson at MN Cooperative Summit

Photo of presentation at MN Cooperative Summit

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 24/07/2026

Our city is reeling from mass shootings and gun violence this past weekend. I want you to know that the City takes this very seriously. My colleagues and I are taking steps to help ensure all of our neighborhoods are safer.

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 22/07/2026

I am excited to be working with community leaders towards a pocket park on 38th Street & 4th Ave. We had a great meeting about this project today. This community-driven project will bring much needed investment and attention to the 38th street corridor.

Photo of CM Stevenson and community leaders at meeting for pocket park project

Photo of CM Stevenson, former CM Jenkins, and community leaders at meeting for pocket park project

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 13/07/2026

Reminder! My office will be holding office hours this Friday 7/17, 11am-1pm, at Bichota Coffee, 3740 Chicago Ave. I'm looking forward to seeing you there!

Graphic for Ward 8 office hours with a photo of Council Member Stevenson, and text that reads "Ward 8 Office Hours Every Third Friday of the Month Upcoming: -July 17 -August 21 -Sept 18 11am - 1pm With Council Member Soren Stevenson"

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 10/07/2026

At next Thursday's Council meeting we will be voting on Municipal Consent for the Lyndale Ave reconstruction. The plan from the County is clearly a compromise between the two main positions: more safety improvements vs. no change.

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 08/07/2026

I had a great time touring Ward 8 today with Public Works Director Tim Sexton. Our route included ongoing street reconstruction projects, storm drain projects, as well as some of the traffic safety areas that I’ve been hearing about from (some of my youngest!) constituents.

Council member Stevenson in bike helmet (left) with Minneapolis Public Works Director Tim Sexton with helmet and bicycle (right); trees and road with parked cars in the background

A letter written in children's handwriting that says "Dear Soren: The kids of ward 8 are asking for a safe crossing on Minnehaha Parkway and Park Avenue. Could you help? Sincerely," Underneath there are several signatures of children's names in different colors. The letter is a request from the children for traffic safety improvements on their walks and bike rides to school in Ward 8.

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 22/06/2026

Reminder! My office will be hosting an event on the Summer Safety Plan to help keep our neighborhoods and city safe over the summer months. I hope to see you there! -What: Ward 8 Summer Safety Meeting -Location: MLK Park Rec Center, 4055 Nicollet Ave -Date + Time: Wednesday June 24th, 6:00 - 8:00PM

Ward 8 Summer Safety event flyer, all details outlined in post

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 17/06/2026

Now that summer is in full swing, the City has activated its Summer Safety Plan to help keep our neighborhoods and city safe over the summer months. My office is hosting an event for City and County officials to come share about the plan and specifics to Ward 8.

Flyer for Ward 8 Summer Safety event, all details outlined in post

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 16/06/2026

I had a great time connecting with neighbors at Trust INC’s quarterly Coffee & Conversation event yesterday. I joined my colleagues from Ward 11 and 12, and got to connect with many Southside Senior community leaders.

Photo of CMs Chowdhury, Stevenson and Whiting speaking at Coffee & Conversation event

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 16/06/2026

Neighbors, please be aware and on alert: Federal agents have been across the city and have arrested several community members this morning. You can learn more and find full statement here: content.govdelivery.com/bulletins/g…

Council Members Stevenson, Chughtai, Chowdhury, Wonsley and Chavez with community outside the federal courthouse during the charging.

A poster from the American Civil Liberties Union with information about what to do if you’re stopped by police, immigration agents or the FBI.

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 15/06/2026

I am excited for this project that will bring much needed investment and attention to the 38th street corridor. www.startribune.com/pocket-park-38t…

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 12/06/2026

TRUST Inc. is hosting a coffee & conversation event for Minneapolis Senior Citizens on Monday, June 15th at 10am, and I would like to warmly invite Ward 8 Seniors in our community to join.

Flyer for Coffee & Conversations event, all details outlined in post

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 11/06/2026

Happy Pride Month Minneapolis! It was so special to get to celebrate at City Hall’s first ever Drag Show and Ballroom Performance this morning.

Photo of Ballroom performance at City Hall

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Soren Stevenson - Minneapolis Ward 8 @ward8.minneapolismn.gov · 10/06/2026

Reminder! My office will be holding office hours this Friday 6/12, 11am-1pm, at Bichota Coffee, 3740 Chicago Ave. Join us! Please note: our office hours are usually on the third Friday of the month, but are moved to the second Friday of the month in June to not conflict with Juneteenth.

Graphic with information on office hours and photo of CM Stevenson, all details outlined in post

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