City Council Archives - Brooklyn Park

2021 Special Election Candidate Forum

The 2021 Candidate Forum is a great opportunity to learn more about your candidates for mayor. For more information about the candidates and other special election information, visit our elections webpage. This event is sponsored by the North Metro Mayors Association.
June is Pride Month

On May 24, 2021 Brooklyn Park city council declared June as Pride Month in Brooklyn Park.
May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month

On April 26, 2021 Brooklyn Park city council declared May as Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month. Click here to read the proclamation (PDF) >
Brooklyn Park supports our Asian American and Pacific Islander community members

Brooklyn Park passed a resolution supporting our Asian American and Pacific Islander community members. The resolution was passed during the April 12, 2021 City Council meeting. We will not tolerate, and we condemn, all forms of hate and violence against any person in our community. The City Council is committed to establishing and maintaining a culture of trust...
A message from City Council

Dear Brooklyn Park residents, Our deepest sympathies go out to the family and loved ones of Daunte Wright who was tragically killed Sunday afternoon by a Brooklyn Center police officer. We realize that our community is going through many raw emotions as we process another tragic loss of a Black...
2021 Special Primary Election Results

The 2021 Special Primary Election for the mayor's office will be held on April 13, 2021. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on primary election day. Find your polling place > For election information call Election Headquarters 763-493-8032. You can find results for the election below...
Special Election for Mayor Candidate Forums

Two forums have been held for candidates running for mayor in this year's special election. March 16 On Wednesday, March 16, the Brooklyn Park, Osseo, Maple Grove League of Women Voters, Twin West Chamber of Commerce and CCX News hosted a virtual forum for candidates. A replay of the candidate...
Are You Interested in Running for the Office of Mayor?

The city of Brooklyn Park is holding a special election for the Office of Mayor in 2021. Affidavits of candidacy and nominating petitions will be accepted by the City Clerk at Brooklyn Park City Hall, 5200 85th Avenue North, from 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 2, 2021, to 5:00 p.m....
2021 Budget Highlights

On Monday, December 7, City Council adopted the 2021 budget, which will allow the city to continue to provide excellent customer service with less than a half a percent increase in taxes. This increase is far below most cities. Below are some key takeaways from the new budget. If you...
New City Council Members

In November, Brooklyn Park voted to re-elect Lisa Jacobson to the East District and Susan Pha to the West District. Boyd Morson is newly elected to the Central District. Morson replaces Mark Mata who decided to not seek re-election. Get to know them! Lisa Jacobson, East District What made you...