Kingfield Neighborhood Association

Minneapolis Board and Commission Openings

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There are open positions on 15 City of Minneapolis boards and commissions this spring. Boards and commissions provide valuable insights, help shape key policy decisions and provide community-based input on the administration of City services.

What kinds of issues to City boards and commissions focus on? Aging, accessibility, bicycles, capital improvements, racial equity, neighborhood engagement, public health, housing and workforce development, to name a few. View position descriptions, deadlines and the application at the links below or at minneapolismn.gov/boards/openings [Read more…]

MnDOT Workforce Events

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MnDOT is sponsoring two Workforce Networking Events on March 19 and March 24 where people interested in construction-related jobs and/or training can network with contractors, unions and educators.

The March 19 event is at Incarnation Church, 3817 Pleasant Ave South, 6-8 PM.

The March 24th event is at St. Peter’s African Methodist Episcopal Church, 401 E. 41st Street, 9-11 AM

Attached are fliers for the events in English, Spanish, and Somali.  Please feel free to share this information with your networks.

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DFL Convention FAQ & Training

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Tuesday March 6, 6:30 PM, Justice Page Middle School, 1 West 49th Street

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Are you a first time delegate, or has it been a while since you attended a convention?
Come join the DFL at their convention training and Q&A where activists and party leaders will answer all your burning questions about the convention process and what to expect there.

Candidate Meet & Greets in Kingfield

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Elections are coming on November 6th and many candidates are already reaching out to the community share their viewpoints and listen to neighbors. Although KFNA does not endorse candidates we want to make neighbors aware of the opportunities in our neighborhood to meet any and all candidates running for Governor, State Representative, Hennepin County Commissioner, Minneapolis School Board, and any of the other seats that Kingfielder’s will cast votes for in 2018. If you have any questions related to these events please directly contact the organizers. Candidates, if you host a community event (fundraisers not included) in Kingfield Neighborhood please feel free to contact KFNA at info@kingfield.org to have us help share your event!

Thursday Mornings with Rebecca Gagnon, Thursday Feb. 22, 7-9 AM, Royal Grounds Coffee, 4161 Grand. Organized by Rebecca Gagnon for State Representative 62B.

Coffee with Korina Barry, Saturday Feb. 24, 8:30-10 AM, Royal Grounds Coffee, 4161 Grand. Organized by Korina Barry for House Representative 62B

Grab Coffee with Aisha Gomez! Saturday Feb. 24, 10-11 AM, Butter Bakery Café, 3700 Nicollet. Organized by Aisha Gomez for House 62B.

Delegate Happy hour with Aisha Gomez! Tuesday Feb. 27, 4:30-6:30 PM, The Lowbrow, 4244 Nicollet. Organized by Aisha Gomez for House 62B.

Neighborhood Board Representation Training for People of Color

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by CURA’s Neighborhood Organizing and Leadership Program

Thursday February 15, 6:30-8:30 PM

Stassen Room 170, Humphrey School of Public Affairs, 301 19th Ave S (U of M West Bank)

Who is this for?
The training is open to people of color who want to join their neighborhood board and create local change so they are prepared to run at their neighborhood association or district council annual meeting elections, or want to inquire about board vacancies in their community. (Note: KFNA’s Board election is coming up on March 7th, 2018 at The Aliveness Project!)

If you are a Person of Color or know a Person of Color interested in joining their neighborhood association, CURA’s Neighborhood Organizing and Leadership Program is looking for participants for a free training to empower and assist them in their journey toward leadership. We are looking for People of Color that want to create change and fight injustice in their community through neighborhood board membership.

For more information or to register, interested participants should fill out this registration form.

Questions? Email Malik Holt-Shabazz at shabazmu@umn.edu or call 612-791-7734.

If you have questions specific to the Kingfield Neighborhood Association Board and the upcoming election on March 7th at 7 PM (potluck beforehand at 6 PM) email Sarah Linnes-Robinson at sarah@kingfield.org or call 612-823-5980.

Nicollet Open Streets Sponsors

Event Sponsors

  • kmart
  • Lyndale Neighborhood Association
  • MN Brewery Running Series
  • Wells Fargo
  • Kingfield Neighborhood Association

Neighborhood Sponsors

  • Nicollet Ace Hardware
  • Five Watt Coffee
  • Driftwood Char Bar
  • Pat's Tap
  • Pompadour
  • Butter Bakery Cafe
  • Revival

Street Sponsors

  • Valerie's Taqueria
  • Moe Bodyworks
  • Nighthawks
  • YMCA
  • The Lowbrow
  • Cocina Latina
  • Ramen Kazama
  • Quality Coaches
  • Curran's
  • Twisted Hare
  • House Lift
  • Hola Arepa
  • Cinco de Mayo Mercado