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Brooklyn CenterMN averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $302,111 +0.8% yr/yr · +8.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Municipal budget
Total revenue$60.8M (FY2023)
Total spending$68.7M (FY2023)
Taxes$24.2M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$45.5M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,090 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20251 housing units ($195K)
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council Commission Room, Brooklyn Center
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council Commission Room, Brooklyn Center
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council Commission Room, Brooklyn Center
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council Commission Room, Brooklyn Center
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Council Commission Room, Brooklyn Center
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Council Commission Room, Brooklyn Center
Recent meetings
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
EDA update discussion only; routine minutes approval
The Brooklyn Center City Council is meeting as the Economic Development Authority. The agenda includes approval of the July 27, 2026, minutes and an EDA update for discussion only, with no council action required. No other substantive items are listed.
- Approval of July 27, 2026, minutes
- EDA update (discussion only, no action)
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
August 24, 2026
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to the end of the Council
Consideration Items.
a.
Approval of Minutes
- Motion to approve the July 27, 2026, minutes
4.
Commission Consideration Items
a.
EDA Update
No Council Action Required — for Discussion Only.
5.
Adjournment
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to vote on church expansion, election re-canvass, and investment deal
The Brooklyn Center City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals and several notable items. They will vote on a conditional use permit and site plan for a 3,893-square-foot expansion at Unity Temple Church of God in Christ, approve a re-canvass of the August 11 primary election, and authorize an investment management agreement with Ehlers Investment Partners. The agenda also includes routine consent items like plat approval and a feasibility report for a road project.
- Conditional use permit and major site/building plan for 3,893 sq ft expansion at 4801 63rd Ave N (Unity Temple Church of God in Christ)
- Resolution to re-canvass the August 11, 2026 municipal primary election
- Agreement with Ehlers Investment Partners for investment management services
- Re-approval of preliminary and final plat for Shingle Creek Crossing 7th Addition
- Acceptance of feasibility report for Humboldt Avenue and 65th Avenue Improvement Project (Project 2027-08)
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
August 24, 2026
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order - 7:00 p.m.
Attendees please turn off cell phones and pagers during the meeting. A copy of the
full meeting packet is available in the binder at the entrance to the Council
Chambers.
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Informal Open Forum
This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on items that are
not on the agenda. It is limited to 15 minutes. It may not be used to make personal
attacks, air personal grievances, make political endorsements, or for political
campaign purposes. Council Members will not enter into a dialogue with the
presenter. Questions from the Council will be for clarification purposes only. It will
not be used as a time for problem-solving or reacting to the comments made but
for hearing the presenter for informational purposes only. The first call will be for
those that have notified the Clerk that they would like to speak during the open
forum and then ask if anyone connected to this meeting would like to speak. When
called upon, please indicate your name and then proceed. Please be sure to state
your name before speaking.
a.
Meeting Decorum
5.
Invocation - Anderson
6.
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:30
General
City Council reviews proposed 2027 budget and property tax levy
The Brooklyn Center City Council and Financial Commission will hold a joint meeting to approve the July 13, 2026, minutes. The primary substantive item is the review of the proposed 2027 budget and property tax levy. No other specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of July 13, 2026, minutes
- Review of proposed 2027 budget and property tax levy
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JOINT CITY COUNCIL/
FINANCIAL
COMMISSION MEETING
Council Commission Room
August 24, 2026
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order - 5:30 p.m.
2.
Roll Call
3.
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
a.
Approval of Minutes
- Motion to approve the July 13, 2026, minutes.
4.
Proposed Budget and Tax Levy
a.
Proposed 2027 Budget & Property Tax Levy
5.
Adjournment
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council Chambers
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to review community center construction bids
The Brooklyn Center City Council is holding a work session to discuss the Community Center Deferred Maintenance Project, specifically the construction bid results and next steps. This is an active discussion item, and no formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Community Center Deferred Maintenance Project: construction bid results and next steps
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COUNCIL/EDA WORK SESSION
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
August 24, 2026
AGENDA
1.
Active Discussion Items
a.
Community Center Deferred Maintenance Project: Construction Bid Results
and Next Steps
2.
Adjournment
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 18:00
General
Council to certify 2026 primary election results
The Brooklyn Center City Council is holding a special meeting to canvass and accept the results of the 2026 primary election. The only substantive action is a motion to accept the election results, followed by adjournment.
- Motion to accept 2026 Primary Election results
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COUNCIL SPECIAL
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
August 13, 2026
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Canvass Results of 2026 Primary Election
a.
2026 Primary Election Results
- Motion to accept the 2026 Primary Election results
4.
Adjournment
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council Commission Room, Brooklyn Center
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to vote on police partnership, arts commission rename, fence rules
The City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including an amendment to the joint police partnership with Hennepin County, renaming the Cultural and Public Arts Commission to Arts & Beautification Commission, accepting a Farm to Food Security Grant, and adopting new fence regulations for the C-Commerce District. A public hearing is not scheduled. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Robbinsdale Area Schools bond referendum.
- Resolution approving Amendment No. 3 to the Cooperative Agreement with Hennepin County for the Joint Community Police Partnership
- Resolution renaming the Brooklyn Center Cultural and Public Arts Commission to Arts & Beautification Commission
- Resolution authorizing acceptance of the Farm to Food Security Grant agreement
- Ordinance adding new fence regulations for the C-Commerce District (second reading)
- Presentation on Robbinsdale Area Schools bond referendum for November ballot
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
August 10, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 7:00 p.m.
Attendees please turn off cell phones and pagers during the meeting. A copy of the
full meeting packet is available in the binder at the entrance to the Council
Chambers.
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Informal Open Forum
This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on items that are
not on the agenda. It is limited to 15 minutes. It may not be used to make personal
attacks, air personal grievances, make political endorsements, or for political
campaign purposes. Council Members will not enter into a dialogue with the
presenter. Questions from the Council will be for clarification purposes only. It will
not be used as a time for problem-solving or reacting to the comments made but
for hearing the presenter for informational purposes only. The first call will be for
those that have notified the Clerk that they would like to speak during the open
forum and then ask if anyone connected to this meeting would like to speak. When
called upon, please indicate your name and then proceed. Please be sure to state
your name before speaking.
a. Meeting Decorum
5. Invocation - Jerzak
6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to the end …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council study session with administrative fines update
This is a study session with no formal votes expected. The main discussion item is an update on administrative fines, but no council action is required at this time.
- Administrative Fines Update (discussion only, no action)
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COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
August 10, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 6:30 p.m.
2. Council Miscellaneous Discussion Items
3. City Manager Miscellaneous Discussion Items
a. Administrative Fines Update
No Council action is required at this time.
4. Adjournment
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30
General
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Economic Development Authority to review Novarum concept proposal
The Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss a concept review for Novarum. The body will also receive a general EDA update.
- Novarum Concept Review feedback request
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
July 27, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to the end of the Council
Consideration Items.
a. Approval of Minutes
- Motion to approve the following minutes:
• June 22, 2026
4. Commission Discussion Items
a. Novarum Concept Review
- City staff requests feedback from the Commissioners regarding this concept
proposal.
b. EDA Update
No action needed — for discussion purposes only.
5. Adjournment
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to vote on salary ordinance, Camden Ave development, and infrastructure contracts
The Brooklyn Center City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending council salaries for 2027-2028 and consider a major amendment for a restaurant and event facility at 6500 Camden Avenue North. The consent agenda includes contracts for lift station reconstruction, tree removal, community center pool project, Orchard Lane North improvements, and pond maintenance. Council will also discuss the Lakeside Park Naturalization Project and approve a fund balance policy amendment.
- Public hearing on Ordinance Amending Council Salaries for 2027-2028 (second reading)
- Major amendment to Planned Unit Development for Jambo Africa at 6500 Camden Avenue N – 5,720 sq ft restaurant, bar, and event facility
- Resolution accepting bid and awarding contract to New Look Contracting, Inc. for Lift Station 3 Reconstruction (Project 2026-19)
- Resolution approving plans and authorizing bids for Brooklyn Center Community Center Pool Project (Project 2026-29)
- Resolution authorizing professional services agreement for Orchard Lane North Area Improvements (Projects 2027-03 through -06)
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
July 27, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 7:00 p.m.
Attendees please turn off cell phones and pagers during the meeting. A copy of the
full meeting packet is available in the binder at the entrance to the Council
Chambers.
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Informal Open Forum
This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on items that are
not on the agenda. It is limited to 15 minutes. It may not be used to make personal
attacks, air personal grievances, make political endorsements, or for political
campaign purposes. Council Members will not enter into a dialogue with the
presenter. Questions from the Council will be for clarification purposes only. It will
not be used as a time for problem-solving or reacting to the comments made but
for hearing the presenter for informational purposes only. The first call will be for
those that have notified the Clerk that they would like to speak during the open
forum and then ask if anyone connected to this meeting would like to speak. When
called upon, please indicate your name and then proceed. Please be sure to state
your name before speaking.
a. Meeting Decorum
5. Invocation - Kragness
6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to the end …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to discuss commission renaming and term length revisions
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss a Code of Respect and Ethics. The body will also review proposals to rename the Cultural and Public Arts Commission and revise its term lengths.
- Discussion of Code of Respect and Ethics
- Proposed renaming of the Brooklyn Center Cultural and Public Arts Commission
- Proposed revision of term lengths for the Cultural and Public Arts Commission
- Introduction of the Finance Director
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COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
July 27, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 6:00 p.m.
2. Council Miscellaneous Discussion Items
a. Code of Respect and Ethics
3. City Manager Miscellaneous Discussion Items
a. Brooklyn Center Cultural and Public Arts Commission Discussion Regarding
the Revision of Term Lengths and Renaming of the Commission
b. Finance Director Introduction
4. Adjournment
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to approve resolutions for parks, police, and county agreements
The City Council will consider approving resolutions for Park and Recreation Month, a police service award, and a joint powers agreement with Hennepin County. The meeting also includes a presentation on BrookLynk workforce development and a discussion on a proposed charter amendment.
- Resolution declaring July as 'Park and Recreation Month'
- Resolution recognizing Police Detective Brett Vesey
- Resolution authorizing a Joint Powers Agreement with Hennepin County
- Presentation on BrookLynk workforce development
- Discussion on proposed Charter Amendment Section 2.02
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
July 13, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 7:00 p.m.
Attendees please turn off cell phones and pagers during the meeting. A copy of the
full meeting packet is available in the binder at the entrance to the Council
Chambers.
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Informal Open Forum
This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on items that are
not on the agenda. It is limited to 15 minutes. It may not be used to make personal
attacks, air personal grievances, make political endorsements, or for political
campaign purposes. Council Members will not enter into a dialogue with the
presenter. Questions from the Council will be for clarification purposes only. It will
not be used as a time for problem-solving or reacting to the comments made but
for hearing the presenter for informational purposes only. The first call will be for
those that have notified the Clerk that they would like to speak during the open
forum and then ask if anyone connected to this meeting would like to speak. When
called upon, please indicate your name and then proceed. Please be sure to state
your name before speaking.
a. Meeting Decorum
5. Invocation - Graves
6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to the end of …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council Commission Room, Brooklyn Center
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:30
General
City Council and Finance Commission to review 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan
The Joint City Council and Finance Commission will meet to review a presentation on the 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also vote on the approval of five sets of meeting minutes from 2025.
- Presentation of the 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Plan
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JOINT CITY COUNCIL/
FINANCE COMMISSION
MEETING
Cohen Room
Community Center
July 13, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 5:30 p.m.
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes
- Motion to approve the following minutes:
• July 21, 2025
• August 4, 2025
• August 14, 2025
• August 18, 2025
• October 20, 2025
4. 2027 - 2036 Capital Improvement Plan
a. Presentation of 2027 – 2036 Capital Improvement Plan
- Motion to accept the presentation
5. Adjournment
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to approve joint SWAT and crisis negotiation team with Brooklyn Park
The council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including acceptance of grant funding, a solar project contract, pond maintenance work, election judges, a council‑salary ordinance first reading, and a resolution authorizing a joint powers agreement with Brooklyn Park for a combined SWAT and crisis negotiation team. An open forum will allow public speakers, followed by presentations, public hearings, planning commission items, and other council consideration items. All items will be voted on unless a councilmember moves them to a later discussion.
- Accept grant funding from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Justice Programs for the Pathways to Policing program
- Award contract to TruNorth Solar for the West Fire Station rooftop solar project under the MN Department of Commerce’s Solar on Public Buildings program
- Approve plans, specifications, and advertise bids for Improvement Project No. 2026-10, 2026 Pond Maintenance
- First reading of Ordinance No. 2024-05 amending council salaries for 2027‑2028, with a public hearing set for July 27, 2026
- Authorize a joint powers agreement with the City of Brooklyn Park to create a combined SWAT and crisis negotiation team
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
June 22, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 7:00 p.m.
Attendees please turn off cell phones and pagers during the meeting. A copy of the
full meeting packet is available in the binder at the entrance to the Council
Chambers.
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Informal Open Forum
This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on items that are
not on the agenda. It is limited to 15 minutes. It may not be used to make personal
attacks, air personal grievances, make political endorsements, or for political
campaign purposes. Council Members will not enter into a dialogue with the
presenter. Questions from the Council will be for clarification purposes only. It will
not be used as a time for problem-solving or reacting to the comments made but
for hearing the presenter for informational purposes only. The first call will be for
those that have notified the Clerk that they would like to speak during the open
forum and then ask if anyone connected to this meeting would like to speak. When
called upon, please indicate your name and then proceed. Please be sure to state
your name before speaking.
a. Meeting Decorum
5. Invocation - Lawrence-Anderson
6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Brooklyn Center City Council to hold study session on June 22
The City Council will meet for a study session to discuss miscellaneous items. The agenda includes a discussion on safety-related communications between the City Manager and the Council.
- Discussion on safety-related communications with the City Council
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COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
June 22, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 6:00 p.m.
2. Council Miscellaneous Discussion Items
3. City Manager Miscellaneous Discussion Items
a. Safety Related Communications with the City Council
- No action; Provide Input and Consensus
b. Old Business
4. Adjournment
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 17:00
General
Financial Commission to review 2027 budget process and official pay schedules
The Financial Commission is meeting to discuss the 2027 budget process and the commission's role within that process. The body will also consider a motion to approve the Mayor and City Council pay schedule for 2027-2028.
- Approval of 2027-2028 Mayor & City Council Pay Schedule
- Overview of 2027 Budget Process
- Review of 2025 Commission Accomplishments
- Establishment of 2026 Commission Calendar
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FINANCIAL COMMISSION
MEETING
Council Commission Room
June 22, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 5:00 p.m.
2. Roll Call/Introductions
3. Approval of Minutes
a. September 15, 2025, Meeting Minutes
- Motion to approve the minutes as presented
4. Overview of 2027 Budget Process
5. Finance Commission’s Role in the Budget Process
6. Review 2027-2028 Mayor & City Council Pay Schedule
a. Mayor and Council Pay Schedule for 2027-2028
- Motion to approve the pay schedule for 2027-2028
7. Commission Discussion Items
a. 2025 Commission Accomplishments
b. Commission Calendar for 2026
8. Future Discussion Items
9. Adjournment
AMENDED
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to approve purchase of 6245 Brooklyn Blvd property
The Brooklyn Center City Council will vote on a resolution to adopt a Purchase and Development Agreement with Promise Property Holdings LLC for the conveyance of property at 6245 Brooklyn Boulevard. The Council will also consider a resolution for an amended and restated Purchase and Development Agreement with AWC Holdings (Jambo Africa). Several agenda items are discussion‑only, including the EDA Scattered Site Plan, Opportunity Site Developer Recruitment, and an EDA update. Routine items such as agenda approval and minutes are slated for consent agenda.
- Adopt resolution for Purchase and Development Agreement with Promise Property Holdings LLC for 6245 Brooklyn Blvd
- Approve amended and restated Purchase and Development Agreement with AWC Holdings (Jambo Africa)
- Discussion of EDA Scattered Site Plan (no formal action)
- Discussion of Opportunity Site Developer Recruitment (no formal action)
- Discussion of EDA Update (no formal action)
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
June 22, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to the end of the Council
Consideration Items.
a. Approval of Minutes
- Motion to approve the following minutes:
• June 8, 2026, EDA Meeting
4. Public Hearings
a. Purchase and Development Agreement and Conveyance of Certain Property
Located at 6245 Brooklyn Boulevard
- Motion to adopt a resolution approving a Purchase and Development
Agreement between the City of Brooklyn Center Economic Development
Authority and Promise Property Holdings LLC for the conveyance of certain
property located at 6245 Brooklyn Boulevard.
5. Commission Consideration Items
a. Amended and Restated Purchase and Development Agreement (Jambo
Africa)
- Motion to approve a resolution for an amended and restated Purchase and
Development Agreement between the Economic Development Authority of
Brooklyn Center and AWC Holdings (Jambo Africa).
6. Commission Discussion Items
a. EDA Scattered Site Plan
-No formal EDA action is required — this is a discussion time only.
b. Opportunity Site Developer Recruitment
- No formal EDA action is required — this is a discussion item only.
c. EDA Update
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider approving plans for Lift Station No. 3 reconstruction
The City Council will consider a consent agenda containing several routine approvals, including plans and bid advertisement for the reconstruction of Lift Station No. 3, an application for a Metropolitan Council planning assistance grant for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan, and a resolution supporting federal Opportunity Zone designations. The meeting also includes proclamations recognizing Swedish National Day, Juneteenth, LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, and Caribbean American Heritage Month, as well as budget updates from Centerbrook and the Heritage Center.
- Resolution approving plans and authorizing bids for Lift Station No. 3 Reconstruction (Project No. 2026-19)
- Resolution authorizing application for Metropolitan Council Planning Assistance Grant for 2050 Comprehensive Plan
- Resolution supporting nomination of census tracts for Federal Opportunity Zone 2.0 Program
- Proclamations: Swedish National Day, Juneteenth Freedom Day, LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, Caribbean American Heritage Month
- Budget updates: Centerbrook and Heritage Center 2025 end-of-year reports
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
June 8, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 7:00 p.m.
Attendees please turn off cell phones and pagers during the meeting. A copy of the
full meeting packet is available in the binder at the entrance to the Council
Chambers.
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Informal Open Forum
This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on items that are
not on the agenda. It is limited to 15 minutes. It may not be used to make personal
attacks, air personal grievances, make political endorsements, or for political
campaign purposes. Council Members will not enter into a dialogue with the
presenter. Questions from the Council will be for clarification purposes only. It will
not be used as a time for problem-solving or reacting to the comments made but
for hearing the presenter for informational purposes only. The first call will be for
those that have notified the Clerk that they would like to speak during the open
forum and then ask if anyone connected to this meeting would like to speak. When
called upon, please indicate your name and then proceed. Please be sure to state
your name before speaking.
a. Meeting Decorum
5. Invocation - Jerzak
6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to the end of …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 19:00
General
Council to postpone public hearing on 6245 Brooklyn Blvd property purchase
The meeting will approve routine items such as the agenda, consent agenda, and minutes from the May 26, 2026 EDA meeting. A motion will be taken to continue the public hearing on the Purchase and Development Agreement for the property at 6245 Brooklyn Boulevard. The continued hearing is scheduled for the June 22, 2026 City of Brooklyn Center EDA meeting.
- Approval of minutes from the May 26, 2026 EDA meeting
- Routine approval of agenda and consent agenda
- Motion to continue public hearing on Purchase and Development Agreement for 6245 Brooklyn Boulevard
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
June 8, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to the end of the Council
Consideration Items.
a. Approval of Minutes
- Motion to approve the following minutes:
• May 26, 2026, EDA Meeting
4. Commission Consideration Items
5. Public Hearings
a. Purchase and Development Agreement and Conveyance of Certain Property
Located at 6245 Brooklyn Boulevard
- Motion to continue the public hearing regarding the Purchase and
Development Agreement and conveyance of certain property located at 6245
Brooklyn Boulevard to the June 22, 2026, City of Brooklyn Center EDA
meeting.
6. Adjournment
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council discusses early voting law change options
The City Council is holding a study session to discuss several administrative items. The body is seeking consensus on options regarding changes to early voting laws.
- Early voting law change options
- Budget calendar update
- Metropolitan Council preliminary population and household estimates
- Safety communications with City Council
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COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
June 8, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 6:00 p.m.
2. Council Miscellaneous Discussion Items
3. City Manager Miscellaneous Discussion Items
a. Budget Calendar Update
b. Safety Communications with City Council
Provide input
c. Metropolitan Council Preliminary Population and Household Estimates
This is an informational presentation only — no formal action required.
d. Early Voting Law Change Options
- Staff is looking for Council consensus on options regarding the Early Voting
law change
4. Adjournment
Tue May 26, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to review priorities and old business in study session
The Brooklyn Center City Council will hold a study session to discuss miscellaneous items, including a council priorities update and old business. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
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COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
May 26, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 6:00 p.m.
2. Council Miscellaneous Discussion Items
3. City Manager Miscellaneous Discussion Items
a. Council Priorities Update
b. Old Business Discussion
4. Adjournment
Tue May 26, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council approves solar project and plat recording
The Brooklyn Center City Council will consider approving applications for a West Fire Station rooftop solar project and the France Avenue Multimodal Safety Project. The agenda also includes approving the final plat for Admiral Lane Addition and a resolution amending the Cultural and Public Arts Commission.
- Resolution authorizing application for West Fire Station Rooftop Solar project
- Resolution authorizing application for France Avenue Multimodal Safety Project
- Resolution ratifying approval of the Admiral Lane Addition final plat
- Resolution amending the Cultural and Public Arts Commission
- Motion to grant Hospitality Accommodation License to Suburban Studios
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
May 26, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order - 7:00 p.m.
Attendees please turn off cell phones and pagers during the meeting. A copy of the
full meeting packet is available in the binder at the entrance to the Council
Chambers.
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Informal Open Forum
This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on items that are
not on the agenda. It is limited to 15 minutes. It may not be used to make personal
attacks, air personal grievances, make political endorsements, or for political
campaign purposes. Council Members will not enter into a dialogue with the
presenter. Questions from the Council will be for clarification purposes only. It will
not be used as a time for problem-solving or reacting to the comments made but
for hearing the presenter for informational purposes only. The first call will be for
those that have notified the Clerk that they would like to speak during the open
forum and then ask if anyone connected to this meeting would like to speak. When
called upon, please indicate your name and then proceed. Please be sure to state
your name before speaking.
a. Meeting Decorum
5. Invocation - Kragness
6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to the end o …
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
EDA considers development agreement for 1950 57th Avenue North
The Economic Development Authority will review a proposal for an Entrepreneurial Fund. The body is also deciding whether to approve a Preliminary Development Agreement with McNeal Management, Inc.
- Preliminary Development Agreement with McNeal Management, Inc. for 1950 57th Avenue North
- Review of Entrepreneurial Fund Proposal
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
May 26, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There isn't a separate discussion for these items unless a
Councilmember so requests, then it is moved to the end of the Council
Consideration Items.
a. Approval of Minutes
- Motion to approve the following minutes:
• April 27, 2026, EDA Meeting
4. Commission Consideration Items
a. Review of Entrepreneurial Fund Proposal
- This is a presentation. No action is required; however, questions and
comments are requested.
b. EDA Update
- No EDA action is required.
c. Resolution Approving a Preliminary Development Agreement with McNeal
Management, Inc.
- Motion for the Economic Development Authority of the City of Brooklyn
Center to enter into a Preliminary Development Agreement with McNeal
Management, Inc. for the Subject Property located at 1950 57th Avenue
North.
5. Adjournment
Tue May 19, 2026 · 18:30
General
Parks & Recreation Commission to discuss mission and summer planning
The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to continue discussions regarding the commission's mission. The body will also address summer park tours, recycling in parks, and neighborhood meetings.
- Commission Mission Discussion
- Summer Parks Tour and Meeting Schedule
- Recycling in the Parks
- Neighborhood Meetings
- Featured Parks Marketing
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PARKS & RECREATION
COMMISSION
MEETING
Community Center
May 19, 2026
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Approval of Minutes
a. Approval of April 2026 Minutes
5. Unfinished Business
Commission Mission Discussion
a. Commission Mission Discussion
6. New Business
a. New Commissioner Introductions
b. Summer Parks Tour and Meeting Schedule
c. Recylcing in the Parks
d. Neighborhood Meetings
e. Featured Parks Marketing
7. Set Next Meeting Date and Agenda
8. Adjournment
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 59 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
🌐 County-level context (Hennepin County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-7,720 people (-$1.11B net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Flood": 7, "Severe Storm": 5, "Biological": 2, "Drought": · last Tue Apr 7, 2020)
Traffic fatalities2 (2024)
Business establishments40,486 (939,201 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,685/mo (474 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy13.3% (low numeracy 20% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$60.8M
Annual budget
$45.5M
Debt outstanding
1
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$60.8M
Spending$68.7M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$45.5M
Debt-to-revenue0.75×
Debt-load index66 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.