City council rejects plan for George Floyd Square, possibly setting work back years [Video]

The Minneapolis city council took a step back in the city’s progress to redevelopment of George Floyd Square. 

The plan presented by city staff — which was finalized just about a month ago — had been crafted after years of community engagement. While a big part of the city’s plan puts a focus on making the area pedestrian-friendly, some council members want it even friendlier for walkers. 

“I believe we have one shot to make this right,” Councilmember Jason Chavez said as he presented a resolution to kick back development discussion to committee. “I want us to be able to talk about making George Floyd Square a pedestrian mall,” he later added. 

The plan rejected by the council at Thursday’s meeting would be more versatile. It would allow traffic to move through the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, now known as George Floyd Square. 

As discussion was underway at the council …