Minnesota Braces for Property Tax Hikes, Political Shifts, and Infrastructure Investments in 2026
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Minnesota Braces for Property Tax Hikes, Political Shifts, and Infrastructure Investments in 2026
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Political activity is gathering steam ahead of the holidays. With the Minnesota House and Senate adjourned until February, attention turns to local races and future legislative priorities. Representative Heather Keeler from Moorhead has announced her challenge to Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach in the 7th District, highlighting rural health care as a rallying issue. Meanwhile, former House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler, known for championing recreational marijuana legislation, is seeking a return to the Capitol by running for District 43-B as Mike Freiberg steps up his campaign for the state Senate.
Downtown Minneapolis sees calls for stronger sanctuary protections in ongoing police contract talks. Activists and council members are pushing for tougher penalties against officers who collaborate with federal immigration enforcement, demanding clearer disciplinary policies in the wake of recent federal-local cooperation. In Saint Paul, city leadership transitions are underway as Representative Kaohly Vang Her prepares to take on mayoral duties.
On the business front, optimism among manufacturers remains cautious. Enterprise Minnesota’s latest survey finds economic confidence up, with inflation and pandemic-fueled workforce woes easing. Yet, most manufacturers say Minnesota’s business climate is more challenging now than five years ago, with concerns shifting to regulation, taxes, and tariffs. Amid these headwinds, the state’s clean energy sector continues to break records, reaching 63,800 jobs led by growth in energy efficiency and construction roles, according to Clean Energy Economy Minnesota.
Education and infrastructure headline community news. Wayzata school district will soon ask voters to approve nearly $500 million in building upgrades, including expanded labs, security enhancements, and new facilities for anticipated enrollment spikes. The University of Minnesota Rochester is planning a major campus expansion to serve up to 2,500 students and launch new mental health and biomedical programs. Construction activity surges, with Rochester surpassing $1 billion in building permits for the year and the $1.8 billion Blatnik Bridge project set to start next year, though concerns remain over the lack of goals for disadvantaged business participation.
Public safety made headlines with a deadly police pursuit in Bagley and an investigation into a fatal crash involving an off-duty St. Cloud police officer. In Douglas County, authorities are investigating a shooting incident on I-94, emphasizing caution during hunting season.
Minnesota experienced a vivid Northern Lights display this week with a moderate geomagnetic storm making auroras visible in many parts of the state, a rare treat for skywatchers and photographers.
Looking Ahead, the state legislature will resume in February and next spring’s local elections promise several shakeups. Key construction projects, including school upgrades and bridge improvements, are slated to ramp up in 2026. Voters will weigh in on major district referendums, and Minneapolis police contract negotiations will continue to make headlines. Thank you for tuning in, and don't forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
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