July 24, 2025 5th annual Black Business Week kickoff press conference
Fifth Annual Black Business Week
Economic development and support for Black-owned businesses
Redevelopment of George Floyd Square
Opposition to proposed pedestrian-only plaza at 38th and Chicago
Community access and transportation corridors
Capital access and small business support services
Full Document Analysis
Notable Quotes (2)
We need to make sure that the precision of our solutions match the precision of the harm that was initially inflicted.
We are deeply concerned about the proposal to convert the intersection into a pedestrian-only plaza. This decision, while well-intentioned, risks further isolating our establishments.
People (5)
Jacob FreyMayor of MinneapolisProclaimed Black Business Week and addressed business owners at the event.
Proclaimed Black Business Week and addressed business owners at the event.
Elliot PayneMinneapolis City Council PresidentDiscussed policy-driven disparities and support for small business teams.
Discussed policy-driven disparities and support for small business teams.
Andrea JenkinsWard 8 City Council MemberAdvocated for local businesses within the 8th Ward and George Floyd Square.
Advocated for local businesses within the 8th Ward and George Floyd Square.
Lelle CunninghamBusiness Owner / Event OrganizerOrganizer of 'Legacy on the Block' and representative for local business owners.
Organizer of 'Legacy on the Block' and representative for local business owners.
PJ HillOwner, Square Event CenterHelped host Black Business Week events at George Floyd Square.
Helped host Black Business Week events at George Floyd Square.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- Black Business Week: July 21st to July 31st
Ordinances & Resolutions (1)
Proclamation by Mayor Jacob Frey designating July 21st through July 31st as Black Business Week in Minneapolis.