The City of Minneapolis Parkway System was developed 125 years ago and has evolved to include thousands of acres of land and water, 43 miles of walking, off-street bicycle and skating paths and approximately 50 miles of parkways. Previous policy statements adopted by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) indicate a prioritized hierarchy for the parkway system that includes:
- The environment
- The pedestrian
- The cyclist
- The skater
- The automobile
In addition, the documented objectives for the parkway system include:
- Providing access to park lands.
- Acting as a citywide linear green space and trail system.
- Providing a continuous system of pleasant biking and driving routes.
The Parkway System is currently maintained jointly by the City of Minneapolis Public Works Department and the MPRB Maintenance Department. The MPRB ultimately owns and operates the system but Public Works provides some routine services:
Parkways: Routine Maintenance
Routine maintenance of the parkways is conducted by the Public Works Street Department. Routine maintenance includes:
- Pothole and other patch and repair
- Crack sealing and other preventative maintenance
- Parkway sweeping and cleaning
- Snow and ice control
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Parkways: Pavement Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation or renovation of the parkways is performed by the Public Works Paving Construction Department. Rehabilitation includes deep milling and replacement of the pavement, select curb and gutter replacement and other structural work as needed. The planning and scheduling of this work is coordinated with MPRB staff..
Need additional information about our Parkway Rehabilitation Maintenance Program? Call the City of Minneapolis Public Works Department 612-673-5720.
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Parkway and Parking Lot Lighting Maintenance
The MPRB parkways perimeter and traffic lights, along with parking lots, are maintained by the Public Works Traffic Department.
- Traffic Signs and Signals
- Street & Alley Lighting
Need additional information about our Parkway and Parking Lot Lighting Program? Please contact City of Minneapolis Traffic Lights Department at 612-673-5750.
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Perimeter Paths and Sidewalks Maintenance
Perimeter paths and sidewalks in the Minneapolis parks system are maintained by the MPRB Maintenance Section. Pathways are maintained on two-to-three day scheduled routes throughout the park system. These locations include:
- Chain of Lakes Pathways
- Minnehaha Pathway
- River Road Pathways
- District Pathways
Need additional information about our Perimeter Paths and Sidewalks Program? Contact Park Maintenance at 612-230-6400.
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