News By Category: Community
Hennepin County Offers Rental Assistance To Qualified Residents
May 22, 2020
Hennepin County is offering emergency rental assistance due to COVID-19 and some Golden Valley renters may be eligible. 
Don’t Forget To Enter Your Photos In The Views Of The Valley Photo Contest
May 21, 2020
Many activities are off limits due to COVID-19 but spending time at your local park isn’t. While you’re there, take photos and share how you and your family enjoy recreation in City parks for the 2020 Views of the Valley Photo Contest.
City Canceling Or Modifying Many Summer Parks And Rec Programs
May 20, 2020
To help limit the spread of COVID-19, the City of Golden Valley is cancelling many large, public parks and recreation gatherings this summer.
Complete The 2020 Census, If You Haven’t Already
May 19, 2020
All residents should have received an invitation to complete the 2020 Census in early April. Since then, roughly 75 percent of residents have completed the census, but some neighborhoods are pulling more weight than others.
Apply Now For An Absentee Ballot For The August Primary
May 18, 2020
Minnesotans can now request absentee ballots for mail-in voting for the August 11 primary election. The Minnesota Secretary of State’s office is urging residents to use the vote by mail option in hopes of limiting the number of people voting in-person and lowering the risks of spreading COVID-19.
Application For Minnesota GreenCorps Now Open
May 15, 2020
Minnesota GreenCorps is now accepting applications for the upcoming service term of September 2020–August 2021. Golden Valley residents who are interested are encouraged to apply before the June 15, 2020 deadline.
Hennepin County Offering Mini Grants To Community Members
May 14, 2020
Hennepin County is encouraging residents who have local ideas and solutions to improve mental well-being and housing stability during COVID-19 to apply for a mini grant of $250–$500. The deadline to apply is Wed, May 20 4 pm.
Virtual Bike Rodeo Saw More Than 200 Participants
May 13, 2020
Although the annual Bike Rodeo was altered to be an online format this year, the event still performed well as it garnered more than 200 participants.
Infrastructure Project To Shut Off Water May 18 In Segment Of Northwest Golden Valley
May 12, 2020
As part of a valve and hydrant replacement project near Mendelssohn Ave and Duluth St, the City will shut off water to several business and the Medley Park Townhomes north of Kings Valley Rd along Mendelssohn Ave N and Hillsboro Ave N on Monday, May 18, 8:30-11:30 am, weather permitting.
Mill And Overlay To Begin On Glenwood Ave May 18
May 12, 2020
Hennepin County will begin work on the Glenwood Ave (County Rd 40) mill and overlay project the week of Monday, May 18, weather permitting. The work will occur between Hwy 100 and Thomas Ave in Minneapolis. Flaggers will be in place to direct vehicles around the work zone.
