If you’ve been following the local news lately, you’ve likely heard about the differing property tax levy proposals by the Mayor of Minneapolis and...
Category: Martin Wera
Thank You for Powering Progress at North Commons Park
May was an exciting month for our campaign to transform North Commons Park. The biggest news was the project receiving $6 million in the most recent...
Voices of the Minneapolis Parks: Insights for a New Season
Spring has officially arrived and with it, our parks are buzzing with activity as people emerge from the winter. It’s always a joyful experience to...
Standing Together for North Commons Park
The Minnesota Legislature recently gaveled into session, bringing with it a major opportunity to support the Transforming North Commons campaign...
Finding Strength in Parks and Community Partnerships
I’m proud to call Minneapolis home. January was an exceedingly difficult month for our city and state, a time marked by heartbreak, fear, and...
A Statement from Martin Wera and the Minneapolis Parks Foundation
Last week, the city of Minneapolis experienced another tragic series of events as ICE agents killed Renee Good. With increasing focus and intensity,...
Celebrating a Year of Impact in Our Parks
As 2025 comes to a close, I’ve been thinking a lot about the extraordinary impact that the Minneapolis Parks Foundation has had on our beloved parks...
A Season of Gratitude for Parks and Community
As the leaves fall and the weather turns cooler, I’m feeling especially grateful for this community and all the ways people show up for Minneapolis...