BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. — The City of Brooklyn Park is accepting applications through Sept. 18 for an opening on its Charter Commission following the resignation of Commissioner Shamara Freeman.
The Charter Commission is an independent body that reviews the city’s governing charter and recommends changes to how municipal government operates. Unlike Brooklyn Park’s other city commissions, whose members are appointed by the City Council, members of the Charter Commission are appointed by the chief judge of Hennepin County District Court.
The person appointed to replace Freeman will serve the balance of her term, which expires May 31, 2028. Applicants must be qualified voters and residents of Brooklyn Park. No previous experience is required.
As a home-rule charter city, Brooklyn Park operates under a charter that establishes the framework for its municipal government. The Charter Commission is responsible for reviewing that governing document and recommending changes when needed.
The 11-member commission monitors and periodically reviews the charter and recommends amendments when necessary. Its work can involve elections, the powers and procedures of the mayor and City Council, taxation and finance, and other provisions governing city operations. The commission also has authority to propose charter amendments for consideration by voters.
The commission has recently been considering several issues involving city government, including compensation for the mayor and City Council and proposed amendments to the city charter. At its Aug. 12 meeting, commissioners received a recommendation from a workgroup to increase the mayor’s annual salary from $21,995 to $36,000 and council member salaries from $12,578 to $13,500.
Charter commissioners serve four-year terms and represent the city at large. The commission generally meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m., and the city estimates the time commitment at about three hours per month.
Applications are available through the City of Brooklyn Park’s website or may be picked up at City Hall.
For questions, residents may contact City Clerk Devin Montero at [email protected].
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