The University Avenue (East End) Corridor extends from Rice St to Lexington Pkwy N and is managed by the Neighborhood Development Center.
Last Edited: August 14, 2026
The Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) used their 2025 Commercial Corridor Program funds to launch a community-centered marketing and storytelling campaign to increase foot traffic and economic activity along University Avenue. For 2026 the Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) plans on using their Commercial Corridor Program funds to host pop-up events and marketing for the corridor.
Event funds help the NDC run pop-up events for the year 2026 such as story time at the library and art performances.
Marketing funds support the Neighborhood Development Center's marketing campaigns from advertisements, wire fees, graphic design, billboards, community influencers, outreach and more.
The Neighborhood Development Center plans on using Commercial Corridor Program funds to partner with local art organizations to platform artists and create engaging content for community members.
Working with the Rondo Library, the Neighborhood Development Center plans on creating a fun, family-focused event that provides entertainment and education to children and participants using Commercial Corridor Program funds.
Commercial Corridor Program funds help pay for the NDC's social media campaign to increase awareness of local businesses and events.
The NDC used Commercial Corridor Program funds to place billboard advertisements along the corridor, increasing visibility for local businesses.
Community influencers, sponsored by the NDC using Commercial Corridor Program funds, serve as trusted local messengers who elevate the voices of corridor business owners.
Using Commercial Corridor Program funds, the NDC engages residents through outreach and tabling at corridor events.
Contact the Economic Development team:
CommercialCorridors@stpaul.gov
Contact the Neighborhood Development Center:
info@ndc-mn.org