Volunteers Needed for Open Streets Events

Editor's Note: The following is a City of Minneapolis press release.

The City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Bicycle Coalition are planning four Open Streets events this summer and each event needs volunteers. Open Streets is a free event that invites everyone to enjoy Minneapolis streets without the presence of motor vehicles. The first event is June 23rd on Lyndale Avenue South. Shifts will run approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes in length. Choose from time slots throughout the day.

A wide range of volunteers are needed to staff the event. Volunteer roles include:

• Street Monitors: Help with set up of intersection barricades and intersection monitoring
• Roving Ambassadors: Hand out schedules, administer surveys, and create a friendly atmosphere
• Clean Up Crew: Help ensure the street is clean and there are places for trash throughout the day
• Set Up/Break Down Crew: Help with moving materials before and after the event

We are also seeking teams of volunteers (4-20 people). Join the dozens of volunteers already signed up -- register to volunteer at one of the four events.Use these links to sign up:

• Lyndale Avenue South, Sunday, June 23, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
• Central Avenue Northeast, Sunday, July 28, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
• Minnehaha Avenue South, Sunday August 11, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
• Lowry Avenue North, Saturday, September 21, 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

If you have any more questions or concerns regarding this event please contact Kevin Kalligher at 612-868 8743 or volunteer@mplsbike.org.

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