Services and resources
Service providers
Safety Center Agents
Safety Center Agents are available during all operating hours. They can help you with non-emergency questions and service requests.
They are part of the City's 311 department.
Learn more about what 311 can help you with
Office hours
Monday-Thursday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Be at School
Be at School offers support to students and families.
They can help families:
- Enroll in school
- Navigate resources for school
- Connect to educational tools (e.g. laptops, tutoring, internet)
- Advocacy
Community Navigators
Community Navigators can provide cultural or issue-specific support. They can serve as a liaison between community and law enforcement.
They can help victims and survivors:
- Connect to MPD about a current incident or case
- Find more resources from other community agencies
Crime prevention specialists
Crime prevention specialists help to create safe communities. They can help you with safety concerns and resolve conflicts.
They can help by:
- Connecting victims with support services
- Offering security advice and safety planning
- Serving as a bridge between police and residents
Make an appointment
Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches (GMCC)
GMCC offers recovery support to people who are struggling with substance use disorder. This support is specific to the East African community.
They also offer housing services, such as rental help and rapid rehousing.
Lake Street Safety Coordinator
The Lake Street Safety Coordinator can help business and property owners in the area.
They can help with:
- Graffiti issues
- Lighting concerns
- Security camera registration
- Broken glass replacement
- Referrals to case management or outreach workers
Walk in or make an appointment
Schedule an appointment with ZoeAna Martinez by contacting her directly.
LEAD Minneapolis
LEAD Minneapolis provides care and support to individuals in need of services in the E. Lake St. area.
They can:
- Help people connect or re-connect with other services or case managers
- Book an appointment with a doctor or other professionals
- Check in with current members on assessments or goals
- Offer resources like hygiene products or refreshments
Learn more about LEAD Minneapolis
Make an appointment
Schedule an appointment with Maria Zavala by contacting her directly.
Other services
Non-emergency police reports
You can file a non-emergency police report in person at the safety center.
We can help you report incidents like:
- Theft
- Lost property
- Damage to property
Reports can be filed in person until one hour prior to the safety center closing.
You can also file non-emergency reports by calling 311 or completing the online form.
Request a community conference room reservation
Contact us
Lake Street Safety Center
Office of Community Safety
Address
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Hours
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Monday – Thursday
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday
Center is closed Monday - Friday
1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Kali Pliego
Crime Prevention Specialist
Minneapolis Police Department
Phone
3rd Precinct – Sector 1
East Phillips, Midtown Phillips, Ventura Village, West Phillips
ZoeAna Martinez
Lake Street Safety Coordinator
Lake Street Council
Lake Street Safety Center
2228 E Lake St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Maria Zavala
Case Management Supervisor
LEAD Minneapolis
Phone
651-392-9375
Lake Street Safety Center
2228 E Lake St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Pillsbury United Communities
3501 Chicago Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407