Brooklyn Park

Spring HOA Workshop
2026-04-18 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
Whether you have served on your board for years or if you just want to know the ins and outs of homeowner associations, this workshop is for you! This FREE workshop will include a light lunch and provide insight on the roles and responsibilities of homeowner association members and board members.
You’ll get information and inspiration to help create the kind of community people want to call home. We will also feature a Panel and Q & A session, as well as insurance and organics recycling presentations!
The HOA Workshop will give you tools and techniques to:

Communicate better with residents of all backgrounds
Manage conflict for better outcomes
Improve your operations and financials

Register online >
Questions?
For Additional City HOA resources and information, please visit www.brooklynpark.com/HOA.
John Kinara
Housing & Redevelopment Coordinator
john.kinara@brooklynpark.org
763-493-8054

Economic Development Authority (EDA) Meeting
2026-04-20 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-18 18:00 - 20:00

Central District Community Cleanup
2026-04-22 09:00 - 11:00 | Oxbow Commons (parcels north of 610, east of Zane)
Grab some gloves and join your Central District neighbors for a community cleanup at Central Park!

Supplies will be provided – just show up ready to pitch in. This spring will bring us to a cleaner, greener, and more connected Brooklyn Park!

We will be starting at Oxbow Commons (parcels north of 610, east of Zane, across from Heavy Rotation Brewing) and make our way to the Royalton Building on 85th.
Questions? Email Community Engagement & Experience Manager Cindy.Devonish@brooklynpark.org

Planning Commission Meeting
2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-13 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

Zanewood Grand Opening Featuring Cops and Teens Basketball Tournament
2026-04-23 16:00 - 19:00 | Zanewood Recreation Center, 7150 Zane Ave N, Brooklyn Park, United States
This year the Cops and Teens Basketball Tournament is leveling up and it will be a part of the Zanewood Recreation Center Grand Opening! Community members are welcome to come check out our new Teen Center and get a look at the renovated space inside the original Zanewood Recreation Center. Tours will be given throughout the event. Come check out some great basketball as local police team up with teens in grades 6-11 for a chance to be crowned champion!
Our annual Cops and Teens Basketball Tournament will be happening at the NEW The Wood Teen Center for the first time! We will be joined by former NBA player and NCAA Champion Khalid El-Amin. Tournament is open to youth in grades 6-11. If your are interested in paying, please fill out the form: SIGN UP
All other activities are open to everyone in attendance.
Participating Agencies:
Brooklyn Park Police
Brooklyn Center Police
City of New Hope Police
Brooklyn Park Voices
Hennepin County Sheriff
Additional Activities:
Concessions
Down The Street Nutrition
Christyles Closet
Raffles
Shooting Contest
Live DJ

VIRTUAL: Toastmasters Meeting
2026-04-23 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-04-30 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-14 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Do you want to become a confident public speaker and a strong leader? If so, you’re in luck! Toastmasters Club is for Brooklyn Park community members. Join this supportive learn-by-doing environment that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace.
The 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month at city hall. Room location will be posted.
The 2nd, 4th and 5th Thursday, they meet virtually. The meeting link will be provided by Johnny.
Contact
Johnny Herbieh
763-242-5336
johnny@webeccentric.com

Special Materials Drop-off Day
2026-04-25 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.

Prescription Drug Take Back Day
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Police Station, North Precinct, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Keep them safe. Clean them out. Take them back.
Prescription drug abuse is a growing problem, especially among teens. Accidental poisonings from medicines are also on the rise. Medicines flushed down the drain or disposed of in the trash can contaminate water, harm wildlife and pollute drinking water. Proper disposal is important!
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10AM to 2PM.
Bring medicine in their original packaging or container. No ID required. Please bring your medicines to:
Police Department, North Precinct
5400 85th Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Accepted

Prescription medicines, including controlled substances
Over-the-counter medicines
Vitamins and supplements
Pet medicines

Not Accepted

No needles, sharps or syringes
No medicines
from businesses, including healthcare facilities, pharmacies, pharmaceutical representatives, doctors’ offices and veterinary clinics

City Council Meeting
2026-04-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-11 18:00 - 20:00

Budget Advisory Commission
2026-04-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-26 18:00 - 20:00 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443
The Budget Advisory Commission meets on the Fourth Tuesday of the month at City Hall (room A203)
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.
View agendas and minutes >
Learn more about the Budget Advisory Commission >

Spring Gardening Swap in Brooklyn Park
2026-05-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Central Park, 8200 Noble Ave, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443
Spring Gardening Swap in Brooklyn Park
While cleaning your garage or tool shed this spring, you may discover gardening items you no longer need. Instead of tossing them, give them a new home!
Sunday, May 3
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Central Park Pavilion
8440 Regent Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Come share, swap, and celebrate the gardening season with your community! Items should be clean and in good working condition. Donations are encouraged but not required to take items home. This event is free and open to everyone.
What to Bring:

Garden and yard tools (shovels, trowels, rakes, pitchforks, etc.)
House plants, seedlings, and annuals (other plants not allowed to reduce the spread of jumping worms)
Seeds
Pots & planters (ceramic, wood, decorative plastic)
Gardening and plant books
Bird houses & feeders
Garden art & décor

Town Hall Forum - West District
2026-05-07 17:30 - 19:30 | North View Middle School, 5869 69th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55429, United States
Calling all residents in the West District!
You’re invited to the West District Town Hall Forum at North View Middle School (Gym), where your voice and insights will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our community.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get to know your elected officials, ask questions and learn about essential projects shaping the future of Brooklyn Park.
This is also an excellent chance to meet your fellow residents and strengthen the sense of community in Brooklyn Park and participate in shaping its bright future.
Residents of all ages are welcomed and light refreshments will be served.

Toastmasters Meeting
2026-05-07 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-21 18:30 - 19:30 | City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, 55443

Charter Commission Meeting
2026-05-13 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.
View agendas and minutes
Learn more about the Charter Commission

2026 Citywide Garage Sales
2026-05-14 - 2026-05-16
Register your sale
Register now >
Registration will be open from March 23 through April 24. Registration is free!
NOTE: The cutoff date for sales to be included in the paper packet is Wednesday, April 24. Any sales submitted after that date will appear in the online app only.
View current signups in your area >
Garage sale signs
Hosts who register by April 24 will have the opportunity to purchase up to two (City) Garage Sale signs, $5 each, to place near their sale to inform and attract customers!
Signs will be available in early May at the Community Activity Center. Check back for an official available date!

Open Houses
The city’s community engagement team, BP Police Department, Environmental Health, and Operation and Maintenance will host two open houses at the CAC on two separate days, one during the day and one in the evening. The open houses, about two hours each, will allow hosts to purchase signs if they’re interested, learn recycling and disposal information, safety tips, and best practices, and ask questions! Hosts can stop in to open houses anytime during the two hours. Open house dates will be provided via email.

Shop the sales
Online garage sales app
Plan your route with our garage sales app! The online app includes real-time updates and edits made by garage sale hosts, including dates, times, and items available for purchase. Check back this spring for the 2026 map.

Garage sales mapbook
You will be able to download and print the map yourself, or pick up copies at various City buildings.
City Hall
5200 85th Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Get directions
Brooklyn Park Police Department
5400 85th Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
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Village Creek Community Police Station
7608 Brooklyn Blvd
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
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Community Activity Center
5600 85th Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
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Zanewood Recreation Center
7200 Zane Ave N
Brooklyn Park, MN 55429
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Brooklyn Park Library
8500 West Broadway
Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
Get directions

Questions?
Shanna Woods
Neighborhood Relations Specialist
shanna.woods@brooklynpark.org
763-238-5216

Watershed Meeting
2026-05-14 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

CLIC Meeting
2026-05-14 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

Town Hall Forum - Central District
2026-05-14 18:00 - 20:00
Calling all residents in Central District!
You’re invited to the Central District Town Hall Forum at City Hall, where your voice and insights will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our community.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get to know your elected officials, ask questions and learn about essential projects shaping the future of Brooklyn Park.
This is also an excellent chance to meet your fellow residents and strengthen the sense of community in Brooklyn Park and participate in shaping its bright future.
Residents of all ages are welcomed and light refreshments will be served.

Spring on the Farm
2026-05-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443, United States
Spring on the Farm is fun for the whole family! Help us kick of the spring by joining us at the farm on Saturday, May 16, 2026. You will get to plant vegetables and flowers in the gardens, greet the new baby animals, explore the grounds, taste the cooking demo on the woodfire stove, and enjoy music from the Jolly Pops (12:15-1:15 p.m.)! Play games in the yard make a spring craft and more!
Event Details
When: Saturday, May 16 | 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Historic Eidem Farm – 4345 101st Ave N

Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission Meeting
2026-05-20 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

Human Rights Commission Meeting
2026-05-21 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.
View agendas and minutes
Learn more about the Human Rights Commission

Holiday – Offices Closed
2026-05-25
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!
