Jack Wiedner

6 days ago | hometownsource.com | Jack Wiedner

Brooklyn Park leaders, legislators and coaches gathered outside the city’s Community Activity Center May 9 in a final push to secure $9.5 million for the aging facility. As the legislative session nears its end, those advocating for the CAC highlighted its value as a regional asset and called on the legislature to invest. “This is going to be a facility for everybody, that is really helping to continue to tie us together in the northwest region,” Brooklyn Park Mayor Hollies Winston said.

6 days ago | hometownsource.com | Jack Wiedner

Brooklyn Center is looking to put its municipal liquor sales on a “pathway to profitability” after a report revealed the city’s two stores lost more than $101,000 across a two-year period. While the Brooklyn Center City Council unanimously voted May 5 to continue municipal liquor sales, multiple council members proposed drastic changes to get out of the red.

1 week ago | hometownsource.com | Jack Wiedner

After repeated revisions and multiple threats of repeal, the Brooklyn Center City Council has approved a new version of the Community Safety and Violence Prevention Commission. Although the police advisory body retains many of the core functions outlined in December, its ability to enact reform has been reduced in size and scope. The amended resolution passed 4-1 at the May 5 council meeting.

1 week ago | hometownsource.com | Jack Wiedner

Eight mayors from throughout the United States have joined forces to form the Community Innovation Partnership — a coalition that aims to utilize artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies to enhance city functions and shape policy throughout the various levels of government. Brooklyn Park Mayor Hollies Winston participated in a roundtable discussion April 29 to speak on what those goals mean for his city. kAm“(96? x FD6 r92E v!%[ x FD6 :E 7@C 25G:D@CJ AFCA@D6D[” (:?DE@?

1 week ago | hometownsource.com | Jack Wiedner

In light of growing public safety concerns and frequent long-term stays, the city of Brooklyn Center is considering a new ordinance that would crack down on hotels. The proposed amendment would give the police and fire departments increased oversight at these properties, holding the owners accountable to new surveillance, safety and cleanliness standards outlined by the city.