- Construction is scheduled to commence on George Floyd Square in Minneapolis on 8 June, six years after George Floyd's murder.
- George Floyd, a Black man, was killed in May 2020 by police officer Derek Chauvin, who knelt on his neck for over nine minutes.
- The intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue became a significant memorial and community gathering place following his death.
- The city's revamp aims to implement street and infrastructure improvements, supporting remembrance, gathering, and safety, with completion expected next year.
- The updated design will reopen the intersection to traffic while maintaining a dedicated memorial area, featuring flexible gathering spaces, art, green spaces, and bikeways.
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