Brooklyn Center - State of the City by Mayor April Graves
Monday, May 29, 2023
Departmental restructuring and hiring of new directors
Community crisis response and mental health initiatives
DEI and employee professional development
Public safety reforms and training
Economic development and post-Walmart closure strategies
Highway 252 infrastructure and MnDOT advocacy
Community engagement and youth programs
Outcome-based budgeting and strategic planning
Notable Quotes (1)
Unity is strength when there is teamwork and collaboration wonderful things can be achieved.
City visionConcluding the address to the community.
People (1)
April GravesMayor
Has served as city council member since 2015 and mayor for four months.
Places Mentioned
Brooklyn Center Community CenterShingle Creek CrossingHumboldt AvenueTwin Lake ParkOrchard LaneCentennial ParkCenter Brook Golf Course
Events & Meetings (8)
- Justice mediators training: May 25-26, Aug 24-25, Nov 16-17
- Twin Lake Park neighborhood meeting: May 2023
- Orchard Lane neighborhood meeting: June 2023
- Centennial Park/Shingle Creek meeting: July 2023
- Girls and Women Bike Ride: June 7, 2023
- Juneteenth Event: June 17, 2023
- National Night Out: August 1, 2023
- Community Health Fair: August 12, 2023
Ordinances & Resolutions (1)
Dante Wright/Kobe Dimock-Heisler Resolution
Focuses on community safety, violence prevention, and policy implementation.