Brooklyn Park residents are getting a chance to directly shape the future of their city. Officials are calling on the community to contribute their voices to the updating of the Brooklyn Park 2025 Community Goals. With a legacy of seven years of previous achievements, city staff are eager to ensure that the new goals align with the evolving priorities of the people they serve. These community goals are more than just aspirational bullet points; they're the rudder that steers city policy and action on a day-to-day basis.
In an effort to thoroughly engage residents, community conversations are scheduled across three districts. These conversations are critical touchpoints designed to directly gather perspectives and insights from locals. It has been made clear that if someone cannot attend their district’s event, they're welcome to be heard at another. However, it is important to note, as the city's announcement stated, that "meetings will not be recorded or live-streamed."
The schedule for the district community meetings is as follows: the East District meeting will be held on August 15 from 6:00 to 7:45 p.m. at Park Center High School, located at 7300 Brooklyn Boulevard. The Central District will have its turn on August 20 at the Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 West Broadway, also from 6:00 to 7:45 p.m. Lastly, the West District's community meeting is set for August 27, at the Zanewood Recreation Center, located at 7100 Zane Avenue, once again from 6:00 to 7:45 p.m.
For those unable to attend in person or who might prefer to contribute in the comfort of their own space, the city has also provided an online form. This ensures that every resident has the opportunity to easily and effectively offer their input. It stands as a testament to Brooklyn Park’s commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in its community engagement efforts. Interested parties can visit the city's website to fill out the online form or learn more about the district meetings.
