Overview: In a recent meeting of the Minneapolis City Council’s Climate and Infrastructure Committee, discussions were dominated by concerns over special tax assessments linked to a $15.1 million reconstruction project near George Floyd Square. Residents voiced strong objections to the assessments, arguing they would exacerbate financial burdens in an area already grappling with economic challenges. The project, which aims to improve infrastructure at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, has been a focal point of community tension due to its historical significance and the perceived lack of genuine engagement from the city during planning stages.