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Greetings! We hope our newsletter serves as a resource for
staying connected to Hennepin County activities and staying updated on county
news and services.
As always, please reach out with questions, comments, or to
learn more about how to get involved.
The state of Minnesota has announced an end to the eviction moratorium. You will still be protected from eviction for past due rent if you have applied for COVID-19 rent assistance.
Renters in Hennepin County have two options to apply for rent help:
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Zero Balance Project: Your landlord starts and leads the application process on your behalf
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RentHelpMN: You or your landlord start the application process
Until October 12, 2021, landlords must give renters a 15-day notice before they file an eviction for not paying rent. Visit Renters Help (211unitedway.org) for legal information and resources for renters.
Key dates
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June 30: You could be evicted for violating your lease, or if you qualify for COVID-19 rent assistance but refuse to apply.
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July 14: You could be evicted for violating your lease, but not for not paying rent
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August 13: Your lease could be terminated if you have not paid rent and are not eligible for COVID-19 rent assistance
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September 12: You could be evicted if you have not paid rent and are not eligible for COVID-19 rent assistance
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October 12: Your could be terminated or you could be evicted for not paying rent unless you are eligible for COVID-19 rent assistance and have a pending application
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June 1, 2022: All lease termination and eviction protections are lifted
Renters in Hennepin County can be protected from eviction for past due rent if they have applied for rent assistance through RentHelpMN or the Zero Balance Project and are waiting for a decision on their application.
Please go to http://www.hennepin.us/rent-help for more details on these programs.
Community organizations: apply to work with county on Gun Violence Prevention initiative
Hennepin County is taking applications from organizations to help respond to increased gun violence in the community. This initiative, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, focuses on preventing, reducing, and mitigating gun violence in communities disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. Learn more about the request for applications.
According to Scientific American, more Americans died from gun violence in 2020 than during any previous year on record—a spike directly attributable to the pandemic—and homicides rose by 50% or more in over a dozen cities.
Eligible services
- Violence interruption and street outreach
- Youth education and programming
- Victim services and restorative practices for people experiencing trauma
- Job training, education, housing and relocation services
Apply by August 23
Submit your application in the Hennepin County Supplier Portal.
- If you don’t have a Supplier Portal Account, register first.
- Search for “Gun Violence Prevention – American Recovery Plan”
- Questions? Email Jessica.Cintorino@hennepin.us
Pre-application conference
Hennepin County staff will be available to answer questions.
- August 2, 9 a.m.
- Hosted virtually via Microsoft Teams.
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Click here to join the meeting or call (audio only) at 612-263-6117, phone conference ID 513 840 506#
Families can get help paying for child care so parents can work, look for a job or attend school.
While there is typically a waiting list for basic sliding fee child care assistance, families can apply immediately with no waiting list this summer. Families on MFIP or families that left MFIP in the last year can also apply.
Call child care assistance at 612-348-5937 to be sent an application, or apply online at mnbenefits.org.
More about child care assistance programs
 We're welcoming the Hmong community to Centennial Park in Brooklyn Center for Celebrate Your Parks Day, where we're featuring active living and health events including:
- Camping and biking demonstrations
- Vaccination clinic
- Mobile food shelf
- Wellness information and more!
The event is Saturday, July 31, 1 – 4 p.m. at Centennial Park in Brooklyn Center. Don't miss it!
 August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month.
Join Hennepin County Women Infants and Children (WIC) for a series of Facebook Live community conversations about breastfeeding the first four Mondays in August, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Each Facebook Live event will offer tips, resources, and Q&A. The events are free and all are welcome.
Events:
- Monday, August 2: Getting breastfeeding off to a good start
- Monday, August 9: Nurturing our futures; first milk
- Monday, August 16: Honoring our family traditions in breastfeeding
- Monday, August 23: Supportive breastfeeding for black mothers
Watch the events at facebook.com/healthyhennepin.
Learn more about Hennepin County WIC at hennepin.us/wic.
 We all play a role in protecting our land and water, and we need to hear from you. We are seeking input from the community as we update the Hennepin County Natural Resources Strategic Plan, which will define our natural resources goals and strategies for the next 10 years.
The updated plan will seek to better align with new county initiatives, shifting demographics, and changing landscapes. This is the first opportunity to incorporate the county’s climate and racial equity priorities into the foundation of the plan.
Take our survey to help shape priorities and let us know how you would like to be engaged in the update of the plan.
Learn more at hennepin.us/natural-resources-plan.
 Hennepin County Economic Development is now on LinkedIn! Join the network to get the latest in resources, webinars, and other tools to grow your business.
Follow Hennepin County Economic Development on LinkedIn.
 The National Association of Counties has presented Hennepin County with its “Best in Category” award in personnel management and employment training.
Top award: The Racial Equity Impact Tool Champions Academy is an ambitious, four-week training and development program that prepares selected employees to serve their department as subject matter experts in the application of a racial equity impact tool.
The county earned 16 additional awards for its efforts to serve residents during the pandemic.
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It’s always a high honor to partner with my colleague and sister Commissioner Toni Carter. The National Association of Counties approved and passed our request for Federal support to address unsheltered homelessness. Minnesota proud! |
 
The newly created DE&I Committee of which I am a member discussed how COVID is still impacting communities of color. Then to the meeting of the National Organization of Black County Officials luncheon to hear what's happening across the country in terms of racial justice
 
In an increasingly digital world, residents without reliable access to high-speed internet and low-cost technology are left behind. Hennepin County is creating a path to greater digital equity through the Office of Broadband and Digital Inclusion. On July 20, the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners allocated up to $10M in federal funding to continue its support of the Connecting Hennepin initiative. Read the full news release.
Reminder: Cooling options to beat the heat
If you need a break from the heat, use this interactive map to find cooling options near you. http://hennepin.us/cool
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Save the date for a community rally in support of East Phillips! Free food, music and community resources will be provided.
Learn about updates surrounding the Roof Depot building and join us in support of East Phillips  Find us at Longfellow Ave and 28th St on Sunday, August 1st 1pm-3pm!
 
Welcome to “The vibe” no clapping just snapping! Come vibe with us next Friday night! Poetry and open mic!
Tea Street cafe x CANDO= THE VIBE!
The Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CANDO) is pleased to invite you to Reimagine Central! Join us for three Saturdays to celebrate small businesses across south Minneapolis.
Location to be announced
Vendor applications open August 2nd
Contact us
Angela Conley
Commissioner, 4th District
Binta Kanteh
Policy Director
612-348-5204
Shanese Reed
District Outreach and Scheduler
612-348-3204
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