Overview
4-mile greenway project connecting Irving Avenue N to Humboldt Avenue N in North Minneapolis. Phase 1 (BP007) covers 2.5 miles from 44th Avenue N to 26th Avenue N. Project features traffic calming, safety improvements, new greenways, and community amenities.
Current Status
Status: 30% design phase
Project was presented at 30% design level at Minneapolis Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) meeting on September 2, 2025. Community feedback collection is ongoing. Covered under BAC Resolution 2025-037.
Project Scope
Total corridor: ~4 miles (Irving Ave N to Humboldt Ave N)
Phase 1 (BP007): 2.5 miles from 44th Avenue N to 26th Avenue N
Key features:
- Traffic calming measures
- Safety improvements at intersections
- New greenway corridors
- Community amenities (benches, wayfinding)
- Bike-pedestrian priority routes
- Connection to existing and planned infrastructure
Timeline
- September 2, 2025: BAC meeting — 30% design presented
- Current: Design phase, community feedback collection
- Next: Phase 1 construction start (timeline TBD)
- Future: Phase 2 planning (remaining 1.5 miles)
Importance
This greenway addresses need for safe, high-quality cycling and pedestrian infrastructure in North Minneapolis. The project creates continuous east-west connections, improves neighborhood safety, and provides access to parks, schools, and amenities along the corridor.
Monitoring
Tracking items:
- 60% design completion
- Phase 1 construction timeline
- Phase 2 planning and design
- Construction start dates
- BAC Resolution 2025-037 implementation
External Sources
- Minneapolis Bicycle Advisory Committee — BAC Resolution 2025-037
- Minneapolis LIMS — Project documents and meeting minutes
- City of Minneapolis: Projects — Project listings and updates