Become a Block Contact! 

The Whittier Alliance is putting together a list of interested parties who are willing to act as a contact for their block or section of the neighborhood. The goal is to create a grid of contacts throughout all of Whittier to help foster communication and community. Block contacts would receive notice of upcoming meetings, events, volunteer opportunities and more. For more information, contact Becky at the Whittier Alliance.

Review the Draft of the Whittier Commercial Design Guidelines

The Whittier Design Guidelines Task Force and the Whittier Alliance have contracted with Lunning Wende & Assoc. to assist in the development of the Whittier Commercial Corridor Design Guidelines. The Design Guidelines will recommend and inform new development proposals (and renovations of existing properties) on topics such as signage, public art, building materials, building height and massing, and safety and security measures.

The goal is to enhance the pedestrian experience and street aesthetics of commercial development in Whittier. The guidelines will support the Pedestrian Oriented Overlay and will be presented to the neighborhood for approval. Drafts of the guidelines have been presented at Whittier Alliance Community Issues and Business Association meetings (see the minutes from September 2008 and February 2009). The latest draft is available for review and comment. Click here to see the latest draft of the guidelines.

Please email your comments to Marian at marian@whittieralliance.org or send them to the office: 10 E 25th Street. You can also stop by the office to look at a copy of the latest draft.

Get Ready for National Night Out! August 4

"A Night to Unite" is the theme of this year's citywide National Night Out. Residents of all neighborhoods are encouraged to get to know their neighbors by hosting a block or apartment club event. Learn more at the City of Minneapolis website.

Did you know the Whittier Alliance offers $100 grants toward block club expenditures? Residents of the Whittier neighborhood may apply for a one-time grant toward their block club expenses. See the application form for guidelines and restrictions.