Residents of Brooklyn Park brace for policy shaping as the Planning Commission convenes this Wednesday, March 13. The buzz around town is anything but quiet as zoning, platting, and permit decisions lie in the balance.

You can catch the action live at 7:00 pm on Cable TV Channel 16 or tune into the live stream if getting cozy with bureaucracy from the couch is more your style, according to the City of Brooklyn Park.

These include a host of conditional use permits and variances – the bread and butter of the commission's work. The commission, which meets religiously every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, also plays a pivotal role in developing the city's long-range plans, as per the City of Brooklyn Park.

But it's not all zoning maps and legalese. The heart of these meetings beats to the rhythm of public opinion, and residents are encouraged to participate. Feedback from these sessions often steers the direction of the city’s urban layout and housing plans. Ensuring citizens have their voices heard on matters that directly affect their daily lives is a cornerstone of this process.