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Across all 13 wards, a record-setting number of Minneapolis voters made their voices heard in the 2025 Municipal Election. According to unofficial results, 147,702 voters – 55% of registered voters - cast their ballot in the 2025 Municipal Election. All results are considered unofficial until they are certified by the Municipal Canvassing Board. The unofficial 2025 numbers breaks the previous record of 54% turnout in the 2021 Municipal Election when 145,337 voters participated.
Minneapolis consistently has one of the highest rates for voter participation across the country. Our thriving local democracy is something to be proud of. Thank you to everyone who has helped to educate, register, and turn out voters for local, state and federal elections over the years. And a huge thank you to the Minneapolis Elections and Voter Services staff, an incredibly hard-working team of city employees who make our elections possible.
This past week, there was a shooting in Dinkytown that resulted in one civilian losing their life, and two others being critically injured. MPD is investigating and has not apprehended anyone in connection with the incident at this time. Anyone with information related to the shooting should contact the police.
One of my top priorities has been advancing safety for all residents, including students. My office participates in regular Strategic Safety Coordination calls with the University of Minnesota, UMPD, MPD, and a variety of local stakeholders. In response to years of requests from students, my office led Council to allocate $500,000 for improved pedestrian lighting in Dinkytown, which was installed this summer ahead of this school year. That said, there is clearly more that needs to be done in order to address the safety concerns in Dinkytown. I plan to continue to bring together stakeholders and resources to address these challenges so that students, patrons, parents, and residents can collectively experience a safer Dinkytown.
You’re invited to the Annual Meeting of the East Bank Neighborhoods! The evening will begin with a social hour including catered appetizers and a cash bar. At the meeting, neighbors can hear from the candidates for the EBNP Board in advance of the vote. The meeting will also feature special guests, a recap of EBNP’s 2025 work and plans for 2026.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Machine Shop- 300 2nd Street SE
Flyer for the Annual Meeting of the East Bank Neighborhoods
Summary: Council approved a legislative directive to strengthen the enforcement of the City Charter.
Background: Last week, MPD failed to comply with a legislative directive to release the results of their internal investigation into the case of Davis Moturi. Council is entitled to this information per the City Charter. While this legislative directive is a particularly disturbing violation of the City Charter by the Frey administration, it's part of a larger systemic problem. The City Charter outlines clear roles and responsibilities for the executive and legislative branch, but there are not clear consequences and penalties when non-compliance occurs. The City Council has struggled to hold the Mayor and his administration accountable. There is also a lack of consequences and penalties to ensure any future Council, City Auditor, or other city officials fail to comply with their roles and responsibilities as outlined in the Charter. The city needs to establish an enforcement system.
Key votes: Council approves the legislative directive 8-3. Council Members Rainville, Vetaw, and Palmisano voted in opposition.
There are two upcoming public hearings for people to provide feedback on the 2026 City budget.
City budget public hearingsThese public hearings will take place at the Public Service Center, 250 Fourth St. S., Room 350.
- 6:05 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19
- 6:05 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9. (The City Council will vote on adopting the budget following the hearing.)
Learn how to participate in public hearings.
Comments can also be submitted at the City’s website.
Visit the City’s website to learn more about the mayor’s recommended 2026 budget, details of the 2025-2026 adopted budget, quick facts, an explainer video and more.
Here is the streetlight repair update from Public Works for the week of October 23-30:
- New Theft
- In Progress
- Stinson Blvd
- Ridgway Parkway
- Next Steps
- Midtown Greenway
- Continued coordination with Xcel for Bde Maka Ska (Xcel waiting on specific parts)
Contact Ward 2
Visit: minneapolismn.gov/ward2
Email: ward2@minneapolismn.gov
Phone: 612-673-2202
City Hall
350 S. Fifth St., Room 370
Minneapolis, MN 55415
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