Community engagement department redesign under review

Minneapolis file 2026-01264, before the Minneapolis City Council. Passed as of 2026-10-29.

Latest action: Adopted by City Council

What it does

How the city talks to residents may change The city is studying different ways to organize its community engagement work, which could affect how residents get heard on city decisions.

The bigger picture

Service delivery and staff roles may shift A department redesign could change how quickly residents get answers and which city staff handle community feedback and neighborhood events.

Official summary

Approving a legislative directive related to a redesign of a community engagement department as well as analysis on alternative designs.

Read the official record for 2026-01264

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