Brooklyn Park City Council 6/9/2025

Sunday, June 8, 2025

Community Activity Center (CAC) renovation bonding status

School District 279 opportunity equity

Charitable gambling license application for CB Takedown wrestling club

City staff introductions for administration, building inspections, and finance departments

Votes (1)

Remove item 7.1 from the agenda

PassedNot specified

Moved by Council member Page · Seconded by Not specified

Notable Quotes (2)

If people are really concerned about the children or the kids, go out, raise the money, help start the programming, start the programs yourself.

Mayor Winston
School District EquityResponding to concerns regarding School District 279.

Approving this license isn’t just an investment in wrestling... It’s an investment in our youth, our community, and the values of discipline.

Collette Guy-Hempel
Charitable GamblingSpeaking during public testimony regarding gambling permits.

People (9)

WinstonMayor

Moderating council meeting and addressing public comments regarding legislative funding and school equity.

Collette Guy-HempelCitizen

Advocating for equal educational opportunities and community resources for youth south of 85th Avenue.

Liz FolinskyVP of CB Takedown

Requesting support for a charitable gambling license to fund local youth wrestling programs.

Dr. Angel SmithAssistant City Manager

Introducing new GIS staff member Maggie Door Walker.

Maggie Door WalkerGIS Specialist

Former GIS intern returning to the City of Brooklyn Park.

Eric HoffmanBuilding Inspector

Former building inspector for the cities of Ramsey and Andover.

Josiah MillerBuilding Inspector

Certified master plumber with over 9 years of experience.

Jane Yang TaoFinance Staff

Bringing over 10 years of municipal experience to the finance team.

Nate SorgertSenior Accountant

New senior accountant with 9 years of experience in government and private sectors.

Places Mentioned

City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, MNNorthtown MallMaple GroveRamseyAndoverBlaineChamplain

Events & Meetings (1)

  • Regular City Council Meeting at City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, MN
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Brooklyn Park City Council 6/9/2025 - Brooklyn Park Recorder