Saturday August 24th 10 am – Noon
Tools, gloves, snacks & chilled La Croix will be provided.
All are Welcome!
We are removing plants too tall for the front of the garden, planting shorter species, and weeding out Bindweed.
Hope you can join us.
September 11th, 2024 at Van Cleve Recreation Center
1:30 – 3 pm
Please join Southeast Seniors on 9/11 for this FREE event focused on community and personal safety for adults age 65+. There will be a presentation by Teila Zoller, the Crime Prevention Specialist for Minneapolis’ 2nd Precinct, who will likely be accompanied by a Minneapolis police officer. This will be followed by a hands-on self defense instructional session with Gail Boxrud from Krav Maga. Additional resources and refreshments will be shared, and there will be time for a Q & A session.
Walk-ins will be welcome, but signups are encouraged.
To register, please contact [email protected] or call 612-331-2302. If you would like to attend and need a ride, please request this when you register and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
Van Cleve Rec Center is located at
901 15th Avenue SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
There is plenty of accessible free parking.
September – December 2024
First Fridays, 10 – 11:30 am
$5 per person per session
Everyone is welcome at this monthly offering for your body, mind & spirit!
Consider it a sampler of sorts: pickleball, square dance, badminton, table tennis, card & board games, and refreshments. Come alone or with a companion. Try everything, or just one thing. Participate, observe, relax, enjoy. Each session will include:
Two online information sessions will cover proposed zoning regulations for cannabis businesses in Minneapolis. City staff will present recommendations followed by time for questions and answers.
The State of Minnesota legalized adult-use recreational cannabis in 2023. Since then, Minneapolis has been getting ready. Our goal is to create rules that support the new legal cannabis industry and keep our community safe and healthy.
Join either session
10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22 Join online on Teams.
4-5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Join online on Teams.
The City’s zoning code needs updating with new rules to regulate when, where and how cannabis businesses can operate. Staff introduced draft regulations June 13. Read the staff report and draft amendments.
Sign up for updates on the cannabis industry in Minneapolis.
We are now in the heart of Summer, and what better time to spruce up your home than now? From a fresh coat of exterior paint to energy-efficient upgrades, there are lot of ways you can make your home more comfortable for you. However, we know home improvement projects can come with a hefty price tag. That’s where city home improvement financing options come into play. SECIA has partnered with local nonprofit, Center for Energy and Environment (CEE), to make funds available to residents for home improvement financing.
When you take out a loan with SECIA and CEE, you get:
SECIA currently offers 4 unique programs designed to fit the needs of our residents. Whether you are interested in renovating your kitchen, upgrading your outdoor entertainment space, installing solar panels, or making an energy upgrade, CEE and SECIA can help make your home dreams a reality. Don’t wait until you have a problem to fix, get started improving your home today. Happy summer renovating!
Learn more about SECIA’s specific loan programs at https://www.mncee.org/programs-southeast-como-residents reach out to one of CEE’s loan officers at 612-335-5884.
You can request a low-cost tree for your:
We partner with Tree Trust to provide low cost trees and professionally plant them.
Southeast Como Improvement Association
NRP Phase II Plan Modification
Board Vote: Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Moving funds to NRP Phase II Neighborhood Office and Staff (Building Community BCA1.)
Concept: Continue to operate a visible and convenient location as a neighborhood office and resource center. Employ a neighborhood coordinator, program specialists and assistants necessary to implement the Phase II Plan and to increase effectiveness of SECIA as the organization advocating for and serving neighborhood interests.
Amount Requested: $23,700
Source: NRP Phase II 2.H.A.3. — First Time Homebuyer Incentives ($20,000)*
NRP Phase II 1.E.3. — Rain Gardens / Low Impact Development ($2,000)**
NRP Phase II 4.PS.A.1. — Van Cleve Park Programming ($1,700)***
These three NRP Phase II sources are more informally known as CLCLT Energy Efficiency Grants,* Diverter Garden Pilot Program,** and Soccer Goals at Van Cleve.***
Questions relating to this NRP Phase II Plan Modification request can be addressed to Chris Lautenschlager, SECIA Interim Executive Director: [email protected].
SECIA meetings are open to the public and handicap accessible.
If you need any special accommodations contact the SECIA office 5 business days in advance of the meeting.