Renewal & recovery
Many people and many groups are working together for equitable community restoration.
Organizations from all corners and people from all walks of life are taking steps to repair, heal and strengthen our community. The variety of private and public groups providing resources and people for this purpose will support more far-reaching and impactful outcomes.
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End of Phase One for Coliseum Building Redevelopment
Poems and colorful graphic design by some of the Twin Cities’ leading visual and literary artists will wrap the historic Coliseum Building on East Lake and 27th Street, marking the completion of its Phase One redevelopment by Redesign, Inc.
Coliseum Building Update
The redevelopment will provide 85,000 sq. ft of commercial/retail/office space and incubator space for local BIPOC professionals and BIPOC-led firms. It will serve as a retail and commercial hub for the East Lake Street community and catalyze future adjacent development.
Grant for MIGIZI
When approached by Estee Lauder, Drummer and Means said they wanted to be sure that this would contribute to their programs and not take away from it like some nation-wide, large grants may do when they ask for a restructure of the organization.
Rise Up Initiative
More than just a building: a cooperative community for and by low-wage workers
Coliseum Building
In February 2021, Redesign signed a purchase agreement with the sellers of the Coliseum Building (2700 E Lake Street) to protect it from demolition and recreate a space that offers opportunities for small businesses on Lake Street to thrive.
RESTORE REBUILD REIMAGINE FUND
The Restore Rebuild Reimagine Fund has been established to assist business owners in the Lake Street, West Broadway, and Midway areas. So far, Approximately 350+ businesses assisted. $15M estimated spent by multiple organizations.