South Minneapolis Community Safety Center Nears Spring 2027 Opening After Delays
Minneapolis's new 3rd Police Precinct, now named the South Minneapolis Community Safety Center, is slated for a spring 2027 opening. The facility, located on Minnehaha Avenue, will incorporate police services alongside community programs including human trafficking prevention and intervention services,…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 13, 2026 —
MINNEAPOLIS – The city of Minneapolis is targeting a spring 2027 opening for its new public safety facility, formerly known as the 3rd Police Precinct, which will now be called the South Minneapolis Community Safety Center. The facility is located on Minnehaha Avenue.
The project’s unique design integrates traditional police services with a broader range of community-focused programs. These offerings include services aimed at preventing and intervening in human trafficking, a 311 center to handle resident inquiries, and a youth connection center designed to support young people.
The opening of the South Minneapolis Community Safety Center has faced multiple postponements. Official explanations for these delays cite the innovative nature of the facility’s concept, which aims to blend law enforcement with social services, and disruptions stemming from supply chain issues impacting construction timelines.
Further details regarding the specific construction phases, budget overruns, or the exact causes of the supply chain problems were not immediately available.
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