Brooklyn Park

CANCELLED: Active Aging Resource Fair
2020-04-15 03:30 - 07:00 (America/Chicago) | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Save the date! Join us for an open house with vendors, speakers and demonstrations. More information coming soon!
Details:
Weds., April 15
8:30 a.m.–noon
Community Activity Center
5600 85th Ave N
Brooklyn Park
Questions? Call 763-493-8333

CANCELLED: Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission Meeting
2020-04-15 13:30 - 17:00, 2020-05-20 13:30 - 17:00 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
The Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month.
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.
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Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission Meeting
2020-04-15 18:00 - 21:30, 2020-05-20 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

CANCELLED: Human Rights Commission Meeting
2020-04-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-05-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
The Human Rights Commission meets the 3rd Thursday of every month.
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.
The Human Rights Commission meets in the Community Activity Center Grand Room for its meetings.
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Human Rights Commission Meeting
2020-04-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2020-05-21 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.
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Learn more about the Human Rights Commission

Earth Day Community Clean-Up
2020-04-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
When
Tuesday, April 21
Where
Your city parks!
Join fellow residents in helping restore Brooklyn Park parks by participating in our Earth Day Community Clean Up.
Residents can get their “Park Pick Up Pack” which include 2 large garbage bags, 4 pairs of disposable gloves and instructions on how to clean up the park while following the CDC social distancing guidelines. On Tuesday, April 21 at the Community Activity Center (CAC) between 9 a.m.-12 p.m. residents can drive up to the main entrance of the CAC, grab their pack and go!
You can choose the park and the date you do your clean up, but we ask that you please use our Adopt a Park app to let us know so we are able to schedule trash pick up at your location.
Please share photos with us on our Facebook or Instagram using #wearebrooklynpark
For questions, please email Brad Tullberg at brad.tullberg@brooklynpark.org.

POSTPONED: Special Materials Drop-off Day
2020-04-25 08:00 - 15:00
NOTE: This event has been rescheduled for October 10, 2020.
Some disposal options are temporarily not available. You may need to store some items until those facilities are able to re-open.
Please use Hennepin County’s Green Disposal Guide for disposal options.

Homemade Mask Drive
2020-04-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Central Fire Station, 5700 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Homemade Mask Drive
Governor Tim Walz is launching a Homemade Mask Drive
On Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. homemade masks can be delivered to the following local fire stations

Central Fire Station – 5700 85th Ave N
West Fire Station – 7301 West Broadway
North Fire Station – 9700 Regent Ave N

Firefighters will then deliver the masks to local congregate living facilities for employees and residents to wear. While these masks are not medical-grade, they help keep the wearer’s germs from spreading to other people.
Check out these design guides and tutorials:

Bulk Mask Tutorial
Hand Sewn Masks
Hand Sewn Masks Without Elastic

City Council Meeting
2020-04-27 14:00 - 16:00 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Typically, the City Council meets every first, second and fourth Monday of every month. The Economic Development Authority (EDA) meets the third Monday of every month.*
This Council Meeting is preceded by the Board of Appeal and Equalization.
If a meeting date falls on a holiday, the meeting will take place on Tuesday.
View agendas and minutes >
Learn more about the City Council >
*Changes were made to the regular schedule. Please see the event calendar for the most up-to-date meeting schedule.

Board of Appeal and Equalization
2020-04-27 19:00 - 20:00
The reconvening of the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization is Monday, April 27, 2020 at 7 p.m.
This will be followed by the regular City Council Meeting.

The City of Brooklyn Park is committed to ensuring that our materials are available in various languages and formats.
Si usted necesita esta información en español: Brenda Morales, 763-315-8466
Yog koj xav kom txhais rau lu Hmoob, hu: Xai Vue, 763-493-8174
If you need this information in another language or alternative format: Brenda Morales, 763-315-8466

CANCELLED: Budget Advisory Commission
2020-04-28 14:00 - 16:00, 2020-05-26 14:00 - 16:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Budget Advisory Commission Fourth Tuesday of the month.
The Budget Advisory Commission’s mission is to ensure the long-term fiscal health of the City of Brooklyn Park by providing strategic direction to the Council.
Projections and measurements are used to establish priorities that align with the City’s Strategic Plan, ensuring resources are invested appropriately to meet the vision and mission of the City.
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Learn more about the Budget Advisory Commission >

Special City Council Meeting and Work Session
2020-05-04 14:00 - 16:00 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Typically, the City Council meets every first, second and fourth Monday of every month. The Economic Development Authority (EDA) meets the third Monday of every month.*
If a meeting date falls on a holiday, the meeting will take place on Tuesday.
View agendas and minutes >
Learn more about the City Council >
*Changes were made to the regular schedule. Please see the event calendar for the most up-to-date meeting schedule.

Special EDA Meeting
2020-05-04 19:00 - 21:00
This special EDA meeting will follow the Special Council Meeting and Work Session.

POSTPONED: Community Forum on Race
2020-05-07 13:00 - 15:30 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
NOTE: This event has been postponed indefinitely.
Theme: Storytelling

Storytelling and spoken word
Community Conversations with REAL Talk students
Light dinner
Limited childcare provided

16-months through 5th grade
Pre-registration required

Language interpretation and accommodations will be available upon request.

When

Thursday, May 7
6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Where
Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center
5600 85th Ave. N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Registration Coming Soon!

City Council Meeting
2020-05-11 14:00 - 16:00, 2020-06-08 14:00 - 16:00 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443

CANCELLED: Charter Commission Meeting
2020-05-13 14:00 - 17:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Charter Commission meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month.
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.
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Learn more about the Charter Commission

Charter Commission Meeting
2020-05-13 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.
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Learn more about the Charter Commission

Watershed Meeting
2020-05-14 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

CANCELLED: CLIC Meeting
2020-05-14 14:00 - 16:00 | 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.
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Learn more about the Community Long-range Improvement Commission

Holiday – Offices Closed
2020-05-25
City offices will be closed for the holidays.
This includes City Hall, the Zanewood Recreation Center and the DMV office located in City Hall, which provides services for vehicle licensing and DNR licensing.
Enjoy the holiday!

City Council Meeting
2020-05-26 14:00 - 16:00 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Typically, the City Council meets every first, second and fourth Monday of every month. The Economic Development Authority (EDA) meets the third Monday of every month.*
If a meeting date falls on a holiday, the meeting will take place on Tuesday.
View agendas and minutes >
Learn more about the City Council >
Watch the City Council meeting >
*Changes were made to the regular schedule. Please see the event calendar for the most up-to-date meeting schedule.

Bark Park Dog Expo
2020-05-31 05:00 - 09:00 | Brookdale Dog Park, 7650 June Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443
Bark Park Dog Expo will feature vendors, games, food trucks, and family fun for all ages! New in 2020, our annual 5K Spud Run and Kids Runs will be a part of the excitement.
When:
Sunday, May 31
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where:
Brookdale Dog Park
7650 June Ave N

City Council Work Session
2020-06-01 14:00 - 16:00 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443

Cities United Community Video Chat
2020-06-03 12:30 - 13:30
Wednesday, June 3 the video chat will be at 12:30 p.m. and will be part the National Forum of Black Public Administrators Association’s webinar titled, Call to Mind: Spotlight on Black Trauma and Policing.
