Welcome to the East Harriet Neighborhood
East Harriet is bordered by 36th Street on the north and 46th Street to the south. Lyndale Avenue is the eastern boundary; Lake Harriet and Lakewood Cemetery largely make up the western border of the neighborhood. In addition to these Minneapolis landmarks, Lyndale Park Gardens and Rose Gardens, the Thomas Sadler Roberts Bird Sanctuary are located within East Harriet. Many houses in the neighborhood are two-story homes, set back from the streets.
Proposed Restaurant Plans Exterior Front
Click on the Plan Site and Interior Plans to view the proposed restaurant designs.
East Harriet Community Meeting UpdateLast night East Harriet Farmstead Neighborhood Association (EHFNA) hosted a neighborhood community meeting regarding the project development plans at 40th & Lyndale Ave S. Over 65 residents attended. CM Meg Tuthill was also in attendance. After introductions and brief overview of the property history, Paul Dzubnar, developer, and Jim Smart, architect, reviewed project details and design. Afterwards residents had the opportunity to ask questions, make comments and express their opinion. Specific questions were raised regarding parking, noise abatement and hours. Further questions, comments or concerns can be directed to Paul Dzubnar at pauld@greenmill.com
Whether or not a resident was able to attend last night's meeting, there are the following opportunities for continued community engagement on the parking variance and beer/wine license:
NOTE: The developer had two options to address off street parking: a parking overlay for the plat between SA and the existing house, which would require a number of variance requests OR rezone the plat from residential to C1. Either way, signatures need to be secured from neighbors. Parking spaces are determined by restaurant occupancy. The EHFNA Board will also be voting on the rezoning for the parking spaces at this week's meeting, Wednesday, May 1 and forwarding that information to the City Planning, a vote which is advisory in nature. East Harriet's Housing, Zoning and Business Committee (HZB) and EHFNA Board members reviewed information last week and many Committee and Board members attended again last night's meeting. Once the rezoning for parking is approved there will be a public meeting scheduled at a later date and facilitated by the City of Minneapolis with regards to the Charter Wine and Strong Beer License. To view the restaurant designs, click on the Plan Site and Interior Plans for The Crooked Pint. Please contact us at info@eastharriet.org or 612.824.9350 with questions or comments. 40th & Lyndale Task Force (40LTF)Here are links to background information from the 40th & Lyndale Task Force establihed in 2006.
Excerpts from 2nd Soil Testing Report Letter from Scott Dibble to Super America Gateway and Cornerstone Options C1 and C2 permitted uses 40LTF Timelinme October 27th 2008 History of Heffelfinger FountainHeffelfinger Fountain Undergoes Repair in 2012Heffelfinger Fountain Ready in Time for Mother's DayThe Heffelfinger Fountain, located within the Rose Garden at Lake Harriet, has been repaired over the winter and will be running better than ever on Mothers Day this year.
The fountain was purchased from an Italian villa by Frank Heffelfinger and in 1944 donated by him to the Minneapolis parks (see photo). Since then it has been a focal point of visitors' enjoyment of the gardens, serving as the backdrop for countless weddings and the inspiration for numerous artworks. The fountain is a highlight in our remarkable park system. In recent years, the fountain has been declining and this past winter, the MPRB agreed to repair the mechanical aspects of the fountain. The MPRB hired a fountain engineer to dismantle the sculpture and re-plumb the inside. The fountain will be re-installed before Mothers Day. In addition, plans are underway for the MPRB to remove plumbing underground, a source of iron rust deposits which disfigure and damage the sculpture. Further work still needs to be done to stabilize the sculpture. An art conservator needs to clean the bronze, restore a protective barrier against future corrosion and re-fabricate missing pieces. Upon completion of this project, the fountain will be in good working order to continue to give pleasure and inspiration to park visitors for many years to come. EHFNA will continue to provide updates on the project. For further information, please contact Kristina Hughes (cell 612 803 1405, email kristina_hughes@hotmail.com). Photos are courtesy of the MPRB archives, David C. Smith and Kristina Hughes |
Sale-O-Rama May 18
East Harriet's Sale-O-Rama is scheduled this Saturday, May 18 from 9 am -3 pm. Shopper turnout should be good with warmer temps expected. Maps can be picked up at each sale location, Lyndale Farmstead Park and at Guse Green Grocer or click here to view and print your map.
6th District Off-Leash Dog Park To Close Temporarily May 1 for Final Construction
The Off-Leash Dog Park at Lyndale Farmstead Park will close temporarily on Wednesday, May 1 for finishing touches. The park opened on a temporary basis this January for a “preview” during the winter months to accommodate pet owners who were looking for a nearby area for their dogs to run. This opportunity gave everyone who is eagerly awaiting the new off-leash space to get a sneak preview of what the new park will have to offer.
There is still a significant amount of work to be done this spring, so as soon as the snow melts and the ground thaws, the final construction work and landscaping will begin. A grand opening is planned for summer 2013 when the full park will be completed. Sign up for email updates about the project and to get news about the opening by clicking here. Once completed the park will feature (see plan here): · A concrete entrance off of Dupont Avenue with a connecting concrete walk over to the primary seating area. The seating area will include benches and a shade structure. · Landscape plantings encompassing the perimeter of the dog park, providing a soft edge and buffer. Remember that all rules for off-leash recreation will apply when the park reopens and an Off-Leash Permit is required for all dogs. Permits can be obtained by calling customer service 612-230-6400 or online at www.minneapolisparks.org/dogparks. The dog park entrance is located along Dupont Avenue South (Kings Highway) between West 38th and West 40th Streets. Parking for the dog park is on-street on West 38th and West 40th Streets or Bryant Avenue. Please note that there is no parking allowed on King’s Highway between 38th and 40th Streets or in the Park Board's operations center parking lot which accommodates the Park Board’s large trucks and mobile equipment and is locked during non-business hours. Map of Parking Locations. To learn more about the Lyndale Farmstead Off-Leash Recreation Area project in the Sixth Park District, visit the MPRB’s Dog Park project page at www.minneapolisparks.org. Meet With Meg
Monday, June 10from 12- 1 pm at the Fifth Precinct Community Room, 3101 Nicollet Ave S.
Meet with Meg Tuthill, Ward 10 City Council Member the second Monday of each month. Don’t miss this opportunity to ask Ask Meg questions, and voice any concerns you may have. Bring your own lunch; cookies and lemonade are provided. Track & Field Program at Park
Register now for the park's summer track and field program for kids ages 9-16. The Lyndale Farmstead team will start practicing in late April or early May. Meets are held at the Roosevelt High School track on Thursday evenings May 23-June 27 from 5:30-7:30 pm.
Practices will be held at Lyndale Farmstead Park and at a high school track. Each child will participate in at least one running and one field event. Regular attendance and commitment to your team is necessary. Participants need to provide proof of birth date and complete a parent consent form. Forms are available at the park. Coaches are needed! Registration for Summer Park Program Now OpenTo view and register for activities and programs, visit ActiveNet. For more information call 612-230-6400 or contact Lyndale Farmstead Park at 370-4948 or stop in at 3900 Bryant Ave S.
Next EHFNA Meeting
Wed. June 5, 2013
7:00-8:30 pm Walker Methodist Health Center 3737 Bryant Ave S (Enter South Door) East Harriet welcomes all residents to attend. Should you require an accommodation in order to participate, please let us know 10 days prior to the meeting date by emailing, info@eastharriet.org. Upcoming EHFNA Committee Meetings:Mon., June 10: Community Building & Arts Council, 7-8:30pm | Walker Place (3701 Bryant Ave S)
Mon., May 20: Crime, Safety, Transportation & Noise, 7-8pm | Walker Health Services (3737 Bryant Ave S) CANCELED Mon., May 27: Parks, Environment & Schools, 7-8 pm |Walker Place (3701 Bryant Ave S) Next Meeting is Mon., June 24 Wed., May 29: Housing, Zoning & Business, 7-8pm | Walker Health Services (3737 Bryant Ave S)  |
