Community Archives - Brooklyn Park

City Wide Re-Beautification

Brooklyn Park is discovering new ways to re-beautify and enhance arts and wellness across the city. This Re-beautification survey for the city of Brooklyn Park will help us in discovering new ways to enhance arts and wellness across the city.  We are sharing this survey to gather ideas and feedback...
2022 General Election Results

The following page will be updated with election results from the November 8 2022 General Election for mayor and council. See more results from the Secretary of State > This page was last updated November 9 at 9:00 a.m. Mayor Name Total Percent Hollies J. Winston 14,100 59.06% Wynfred Russell...
Explore Central Park Tree Trek!

What’s in your community Forest? Discover the many tree species of Central Park. Cultivate the Arborist in you by taking a stroll on Central Park’s Tree Trek! The Tree Trek is a self-guided tour that leads you on a path visiting 12 different tree species. Tree Trek posts will help...
Proposed Change to Waste Container Ordinance

Did you know? Waste containers stored in public view is the most common violation type in the city each year in residential neighborhoods. Brooklyn Park city code currently requires all waste containers to be stored out of public view. Recently, cities around the metro have updated their waste container storage requirements allowing...
Brooklyn Park Throughout History

All history is important to Brooklyn Park. Otherwise, we would not be who we are today. Learn about our city's rich history, from its first people to its current residents! Open the story map in a new page >
Conserve water this summer

Brooklyn Park sees an increase in water usage during temperature spikes in Summer. Here are some strategies and reminders for water conservation. Lawn watering restriction Odd/Even lawn watering restrictions are in effect from May 1 through September 30. Residents with even-numbered addresses may water on even-numbered days; odd-numbered addresses may...
Police Chief Craig Enevoldsen Announces Retirement

After more than three decades of service, Brooklyn Park Police Chief Craig Enevoldsen has announced his retirement from the Brooklyn Park Police Department, effective June 30, 2022. As chief, Enevoldsen led a team of 52 non-sworn staff and 107 licensed police officers, who serve and protect the community with a focus...
Youth Entrepreneurship Program

Are you interested in starting a business? Register for BrookLynk's Youth Entrepreneurship Program today! This is a paid opportunity to develop business skills, build and showcase your business, and secure a grant to get your business started! If you are... Between the ages of 16-24 Live or attend school in Brooklyn Park,...
109th Avenue Speed Limit Change

A speed limit change is coming to 109th Avenue. Following analysis of traffic speeds in the area, the speed limit on 109th Avenue from Maryland Avenue to Elm Creek Parkway will be changed from 45 mph to 40 mph in accordance with the City of Brooklyn Park's speed limit setting policy...
Chickens Ordinance Update (4/13/2022)

The City of Brooklyn Park is considering a code change to allow chickens at residential properties. Keeping chickens on a small scale would allow residents to be closer to their food sources. This means access to fresh eggs for individual use and consumption. Up to four hens would be allowed...