Minneapolis City Council — Transcript
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
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Minneapolis police outline strict Fourth of July safety plan
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4th of July Public Safety Announcement and Enforcement Plan
A public safety official delivered an announcement outlining proactive measures and warnings for the 4th of July weekend. Key points included strict enforcement against individuals intending to cause harm or disruption, monitoring by the Criminal Intelligence Division, collaboration with the State Patrol, guidelines for legal and safe firework use, and proper usage of 911 and 311 for emergencies and non-emergencies respectively. Concerns about high temperatures and DWI arrests were also highlighted.
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If you come to Minneapolis with the intent to harm, disrupt, or intimidate, you will be arrested.
We will be taking extra measures to prevent anyone who wants to disrupt our community. We will be doing that with Criminal Intelligence Division who will be monitoring activity leading up to and throughout the weekend.
Use legal fireworks on your own property, not in public spaces. Always read the directions prior to using fireworks and use them the way that they are intended.
It's critical to remember that 911 should only be used for life-threatening or time-sensitive emergencies. Call 311 for reasons that don't require an immediate response, such as noise complaints and observing illegal use that isn't threatening life or property.