Brooklyn Park

Council Work Session
2019-11-04 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
City Council meets the first, second and fourth Monday of every month.
If a meeting date falls on a holiday, the meeting will take place on Tuesday.
City Council work sessions are open to the public, but are not televised.
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Learn more about the City Council

Citizens Academy
2019-11-07 12:30 - 15:00, 2019-11-14 12:30 - 15:00 | Police Station, North Precinct, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
A 10-week course that gives a behind the scenes look at the Police Department. Registration and background checks are required.
Topics covered

Use of force
Police training
Canine program
SWAT
Crime analysis
Investigations
Hands-on simulator
Drug investigations

Eidem at Night
2019-11-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Discover night life on the farm.
Participants will meet costumed characters in the midst of their evening chores and activities while getting the scoop on local gossip and happenings on this interactive tour. Tours take place in limited visibility indoors and outdoors over uneven terrain and navigating steep stairs; good, closed-toe shoes are recommended. These tours are appropriate for ages 12 and up.
Tours
Tours will be held from 7:00 – 8:00 and 8:00 – 9:00
Cost
$10 per person; pre-registration required.
Get your tickets by calling 763-493-8333 or online:

Oct. 25:
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Nov. 1:
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Nov. 8:
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Holiday – Offices Closed
2019-11-11, 2019-11-22, 2019-11-28, 2019-11-29
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!

Burglary prevention workshop
2019-11-12 12:30 - 14:30 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Join the Brooklyn Park Police Department for a burglary prevention workshop. This is an in-depth look at easy steps that you can take to make your home less attractive to a burglar.
Details:
Tuesday, Nov. 12
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Community Activity Center, Grand Room 3

City Council Meeting
2019-11-12 13:00 - 15:00 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
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.
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Charter Commission Meeting - CANCELLED
2019-11-13 13:00 - 16:00 | 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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Planning Commission Meeting
2019-11-13 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.

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Brooklyns Count 2020 meeting
2019-11-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
It will take all of us working together to achieve a complete Census count, so please consider joining us for our upcoming Brooklyns Count 2020 Census meeting on Nov. 14!
We’ll have Census updates, share ideas and resources, and continue to coordinate our efforts to ensure everyone in the Brooklyns is counted. One focus of this meeting will be to brainstorm strategies to ensure our Asian community members are counted.
Nov. 14, 6-8 p.m.
Community Activity Center, Gardenview Room
FREE! Dinner included
RSVP here.

Watershed Meeting
2019-11-14 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

CLIC Meeting
2019-11-14 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.
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Economic Development Authority Meeting
2019-11-18 19:00 - 21:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Economic Development Authority meets the third Monday of every month.
Economic Development Authority’s task is to create and keep jobs, grow the City’s tax base and lead development activities within the City.
If a meeting date falls on a holiday, the meeting will take place on Tuesday.
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Street Smarts for Adults
2019-11-20 03:00 - 05:30 | Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55445, United States
Adults learn about staying safe and have fun too! This class is geared toward older adults and meet on a quarterly basis with different topics chosen for each session. Personal Safety and burglary prevention are the topics that will be discussed.
Those that are interested or have questions should call Terry at 763-493-8277. You may register to attend by leaving a voicemail message.
Details:
Weds., Nov. 20
9-11:30 a.m.
Brooklyn Park Library
8500 W. Broadway Ave.
Brooklyn Park , MN 55445
Cost: FREE!

Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission Meeting
2019-11-20 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.
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Human Rights Commission Meeting
2019-11-21 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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Mayor's Prayer Breakfast
2019-11-22 01:00 - 03:00 | Minneapolis Marriott Northwest, 7025 Northland Drive, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55428
Join us Nov. 22 at the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest hotel in Brooklyn Park for the 26th annual Prayer Breakfast!
Details:
Friday, Nov. 22
7-9 a.m.
Marriott Northwest hotel
7025 Northland Drive
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Cost: $30 for a single ticket
Sponsorships available
Get tickets here!
Featured speaker: Paul Batz
Founder and CEO of Good Leadership Enterprises
The speaker, Paul Batz, uses goodness as his subject for coaching, training, speaking and inspirational programming, saying he “knows goodness, and goodness pays.” We hope you and everyone you know will want to attend and learn about Paul’s not-so-secret sauce on how excellence, generosity, fairness and positivity are rewarded with great results.

City Council Meeting
2019-11-25 13:00 - 15:00 | City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
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 >

Budget Advisory Commission - CANCELLED
2019-11-26 13:00 - 15:00 | 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 >

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED
2019-11-27 13:00 - 15:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443

City Council meeting
2019-12-02 13:00 - 15:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443

Business Forward Advisory Board
2019-12-03 10:00 - 11:30 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Business Forward is an initiative engaging community partners to create an even better business climate in Brooklyn Park. You can learn more about the board here >
This meeting will be located in City Hall in the Steve Lampi room.

Sewer project open house
2019-12-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Learn about an upcoming sewer project in your neighborhood. The Metropolitan Council Environmental Services is making improvements to aging and deteriorating sewer facilities in your neighborhood. This will temporary involve road, trail and park closures.
Learn the details and how it will affect your neighborhood at an upcoming open house meeting. You can learn more about the project and sign up for alerts here.
Details:
Open house
Weds., Dec. 4
5-7 p.m. (short presentation at 5:30 p.m.)
Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center
5600 85th Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Questions about the project?
Phone: 763-392-3407
Email: info@brooklynparkchamplinsewerrehabilitation.com
Map of project

A Norwegian Christmas at Historic Eidem Farm
2019-12-07 07:00 - 10:00, 2019-12-08 07:00 - 10:00 | Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
It’s Christmas time on the farm! Celebrate the holiday season with some old-fashioned festivities, Norwegian traditions and a visit with St. Nick!
Note: This event occurs on Dec. 7 and Dec. 8.
Details:
Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7 and 8
1-4 p.m.
Historic Eidem Farm
4345 101st Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Cost:
Pay at the door: $6 adults, $4 children 5-12, kids 4 and under free

Edinburgh USA Golf Shop Sale
2019-12-09 03:00 - 11:00 | Edinburgh USA, 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Stop by the Edinburgh USA Golf Course shop sale to pick up some last-minute gifts for that golf fanatic in your life! Sale takes place Dec. 9-23, 2019.
Golf shop hours for December 9-23, 2019

Mon – Fri, 9am-5pm
Sat-Sun, Noon – 5pm

Shop sale includes:

20-50% off select merchandise
Get a $125 gift card for only $100 (limited time only)
2020 Players Card

Brooklyn Community Band Holiday Concert
2019-12-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Enjoy an evening of holiday music with the Brooklyn Community Band. Light refreshments will be served.
Details:
Monday, Dec. 9, 7 p.m.
Community Activity Center, Gardenview Room
5600 85th Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Cost: Free
