Assessing Minneapolis’ Inclusionary Zoning Policy
Minneapolis instituted an inclusionary zoning policy to promote development of affordable housing; what effects has the program had on housing accessibility in the city?
Category: Policy
Family Population Trends and Progressive Urbanism
Pedaling away from progress? Bike-friendly, progressive cities are experiencing an exodus of young families.
Who Pays for Inclusionary Zoning?
As affordable housing becomes increasingly unavailable, policies such as Inclusionary Zoning must be discussed to understand what solutions are available to city and state governments.
Universal Mobility Wallet: Minnesota’s Key to Better Transit?
Other cities and states are experimenting with universal mobility wallets to boost transit ridership. Minnesota should as well, to promote ridership statewide.
Renting Is Not a Waste of Money in Minneapolis
The economics of housing have shifted in the past 60 years. In the Twin Cities, at least, renting is now more profitable.
A Trip on the Inaugural Borealis Train
The first Borealis Amtrak train out of St. Paul included microwaved food, press conferences, tornado warnings and lots of praise from politicians.
Legislative Session Wrap-up 2024
This was our second year with a DFL trifecta; let’s check in to find out what we accomplished and what comes next!
A Check-in With Minnesota’s Trunk Highway System
Like city streets, Minnesota’s “trunk” highway system is always changing. Monte Castleman provides an update on some big changes to the administration of Minnesota’s roads.
Making Riverview Truly Regional
Let’s get regional BRT connecting the far East Metro single-seat to the Mall of America, leaving time to complete the “Transit Triangle” with rail.
Fewer People Died on Minnesota Roads in 2023
Minnesota has one of the largest road networks in the country, but it’s also a relatively safe place to drive. Learn why.