Blue Line Right Rail Community Meetings
2023-04-17 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Sanctuary Covenant Church, 710 W Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55411
Thank you to everyone who has attended our community meetings over the past few months to discuss the impacts and benefits of route options and station locations being studied for the proposed METRO Blue Line Extension.
There are still opportunities to participate in the decision-making process starting Monday, April 17.These discussions will help inform the project’s environmental process, with input on the preferred route options needed by summer 2023.
Monday, April 17
5 – 7 p.m.
Sanctuary Covenant Church
710 W Broadway Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55411
To join the virtual community meetings or to request meeting accommodations, visit www.BlueLineExt.org

Dog Park Awareness
2023-04-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-20 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-25 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-27 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-05-02 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-05-04 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-05-09 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-05-11 09:00 - 11:00 and 2 more dates
May 25 & 27
Free
Please stop by one of our great dog parks and grab a doggie bag full of goodies provided by Stone Mountain Lodge.
Brookdale Dog Park
Tuesday, May 25, 9-11 am
Thursday, May 27, 4:30-6:30 pm
North Environmental Nature Area Dog Park
Tuesday, May 25, 4:30-6:30 pm
Thursday, May 27, 9-11 am

Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission Meeting
2023-04-19 18:00 - 21:30, 2023-05-17 18:00 - 21:30 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
The Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at the Community Activity Center.
The Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission (RPAC) studies issues relative to public parks and recreation. The RPAC meets in different locations throughout the year. Check the monthly agenda.
View agendas and minutes
Learn more about the Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission

Human Rights Commission Meeting
2023-04-20 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-18 18:00 - 20:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Human Rights Commission meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month at City Hall (room A203).
The Human Rights Commission seeks to ensure equal opportunity in employment, housing, public accommodations, public services and education. It assists the Minnesota Department of Human Rights in implementing state laws against discrimination and advises the City Council on long-range programs to ensure that human service needs are met.
View agendas and minutes
Learn more about the Human Rights Commission

MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce Office Hours
2023-04-24 08:30 - 17:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Office hours

Monday, January 30, 2023 from 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Monday, February 27, 2023 from 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Monday, March 27, 2023 from 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Monday, April 24, 2023 from 8:30 AM-5:00 PM

City Hall (room A205)
5200 85th Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443

Coffee with the Mayor
2023-04-25 08:00 - 10:00 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Business owners are invited to a special meet & greet with the new mayor of Brooklyn Park, Hollies Winston. Come for coffee, conversation and connections. Join us on Tuesday April 25, from 8:00 a.m.-10 a.m., for Coffee with the Mayor, hosted by MetroNorth and the City of Brooklyn Park! This is an informal meeting.
No RSVP is required. All business owners are welcome!
Learn more on the MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce website >
Tuesday, April 25
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Brooklyn Park City Hall Council Chambers
5200 85th Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55445

New Connect Volunteer Event
2023-04-25 17:30 - 18:30 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Come sign up, hear a short presentation, pack bags, and then head out to deliver welcome bags to new residents in your own vehicle. We’ll send you on your way with the bags, a map and some snacks as a thank-you.
New and returning volunteers are welcome! We’ll try to match you with a route in your own neighborhood, or close to it.
Join us at the City Hall Council Chambers (5200 85th Ave N).
Learn more about connecting new neighbors >
Sign up
Please RSVP to this event for our planning purposes. Click here to sign up >
Questions?
Shanna Woods
763-493-8106
shanna.woods@brooklynpark.com

Planning Commission Meeting
2023-04-26 19:00 - 20:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Planning Commission meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month.
The 2nd Wednesday meets in the Council Chambers.
The 4th Wednesday meets in City Hall room A203.
The Planning Commission holds public hearings on a wide variety of development issues, including zoning, platting, conditional use permits and variances. In addition, it develops long-range plans to guide the physical development of the community through a comprehensive planning process.

View agendas and minutes
Learn more about the Planning Commission

Healthy Childhood Event (Hennepin County)
2023-04-27 16:00 - 19:00 | Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Pkwy, Brooklyn Center, MN, 55430
Join Hennepin County and trusted partners in celebrating National Infant Immunization week! Get FREE childhood immunizations and wellness checkups and more. For families with children ages 1-5.

Assistance applying for public benefits
Education about childhood immunizations
Information about car seats, and other childhood resources
And more!

Partners: Health on the Go, Hennepin Healthcare, and Hennepin County

Special Materials Drop-off Day
2023-04-29 08:00 - 15:00 | Brooklyn Park Operations and Maintenance, 8300 Noble Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Twice a year we host a special drop-off for residents to bring in certain recyclable items that don’t go in your cart. This event is open to residents of Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Crystal and New Hope and is held at the Brooklyn Park Operations and Maintenance campus at (8300 Noble Avenue North).
What can I drop off?
See the list of accepted materials here. We will not take general garbage.

Planning Commission Meeting
2023-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Planning Commission meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month.
The Planning Commission holds public hearings on a wide variety of development issues, including zoning, platting, conditional use permits and variances. In addition, it develops long-range plans to guide the physical development of the community through a comprehensive planning process.

View agendas and minutes
Learn more about the Planning Commission

Charter Commission Meeting
2023-05-10 19:00 - 22:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Charter Commission meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at City Hall (room A203).
Brooklyn Park is governed by the City Charter, which is the “constitution” of the city. This commission reviews the City Charter, proposes changes and makes recommendations to the City Council as needed. The Chief Judge of Hennepin County District Court makes appointments.
View agendas and minutes
Learn more about the Charter Commission

Watershed Meeting
2023-05-11 12:45 - 13:45 | Edinburgh USA, 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Shingle Creek and West Mississippi Watershed Management Commissions meet every month.
Visit the commission’s website

2023 State of the City
2023-05-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Enjoy drinks and appetizers as you learn about the current status of the City! Hear about progress update on key projects, new initiatives, and more. FREE to the public. Doors open at 5:30 pm, program starts at 6:00pm. Register today on Eventbrite!

CLIC Meeting
2023-05-11 18:00 - 20:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Community Long-range Improvement Commission meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month in the Council Chambers.
The Community Long-range Improvement Commission (CLIC) researches long-term solutions and makes recommendations to the City Council to ensure that Brooklyn Park remains a thriving community inspiring pride where opportunities exist for all.
View agendas and minutes
Learn more about the Community Long-range Improvement Commission

CLIC Meeting
2023-05-11 19:00 - 21:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Community Long-range Improvement Commission meets the 2nd Thursday of each month.
The Community Long-range Improvement Commission (CLIC) researches long-term solutions and makes recommendations to the City Council to ensure that Brooklyn Park remains a thriving community inspiring pride where opportunities exist for all.
View agendas and minutes
Learn more about the Community Long-range Improvement Commission

BPCPA Annual Golf Tournament
2023-05-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Brookland Golf Park, 8232 Regent Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443
The Brooklyn Park Crime Prevention Association (BPCPA) is hosting its 2nd Annual Golf Tournament! The cost covers the golf fee, lunch, and snacks. Pre-registration is required. Plus, you are supporting our community right here in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Enjoy a day on the links!
Registration
To register, please email bpcprevention@gmail.com.
Be sure to follow @BPCrimePrevention on Facebook for updates!
Cost: $45/golfer ($180 for a team of 4)
Proceeds go right back to fund crime prevention initiatives in the city.
Friday, June 2
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Brookland Golf Park
8232 Regent Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443

Blue Line Right Rail Community Meetings
2023-05-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Sanctuary Covenant Church, 710 W Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55411
Thank you to everyone who has attended our community meetings over the past few months to discuss the impacts and benefits of route options and station locations being studied for the proposed METRO Blue Line Extension.
There are still opportunities to participate in the decision-making process starting Monday, April 17.These discussions will help inform the project’s environmental process, with input on the preferred route options needed by summer 2023.
Monday, May 17
5 – 7 p.m.
Sanctuary Covenant Church
710 W Broadway Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55411
To join the virtual community meetings or to request meeting accommodations, visit www.BlueLineExt.org

Just Deeds: A Community Conversation
2023-05-17 17:30 - 20:00 | North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55445
Share a meal with us and attend a viewing of Jim Crow of the North clips on the history of redlining and discriminatory covenants. After the clips, listen to a panel discussion with experts and community members on how this history continues to shape our city and reflect together on what steps the city and community can take to advance towards a more equitable future.
Learn more about racially restrictive covenants in Brooklyn Park >
All are welcome at this FREE community event!
Wednesday, May 17
Dinner: 5:30 p.m.
Event: 6-8 p.m.
North Hennepin Community College
Grand Hall, Business Center
7411 85th Ave
Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
