Minneapolis Offices To Close For Indigenous Peoples Day

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Minneapolis city government offices, including Minneapolis 311, will be closed Monday, Oct. 12, in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. City offices will resume regular business hours Tuesday, Oct. 13.

There will be no change to the city of Minneapolis’ garbage and recycling pickup schedule. Households’ garbage and recycling collection will take place on Monday, Oct. 12. However, Solid Waste & Recycling’s office, help line and the South Transfer Station will be closed, according to a news release.

The Early Vote Center, 980 Hennepin Ave. E., will be closed Monday. However, early voting at the Hennepin County Government Center, 300 Sixth St. S. will be available for all Hennepin County voters.

The city's parking meters will not be enforced on the holiday, but all other parking restrictions in the city remain in effect and subject to enforcement, including Park Board meters along Minneapolis parkways, University of Minnesota parking meters and those of private organizations that operate their own meters. Always read the information posted on the meter or pay station to be certain.

The city office closings do not affect 911 or Minneapolis police and fire emergency services.