Minneapolis is set to begin a major redevelopment project at George Floyd Square, sparking mixed reactions from the community as construction gets underway at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue.

The city will start a multi-year reconstruction project at 38th and Chicago on Monday, with the goal of bringing vehicle and bus traffic back to the area while preserving the spot where George Floyd was murdered by Derek Chauvin.

The project is set to be completed in two phases, with work expected to continue through 2027.

If the plan moves forward as planned, I will be closed by November of this year, said Ini Augustine, owner of Mystic Healing Stones.

The city says the project is designed to balance the need for redevelopment with the importance of preserving the memorial space. Community members will be watching closely as the work gets underway and changes begin to take shape.