June Blog
What's happening in Minnetonka and beyond.
There’s a lot going on this June.
Get Involved!
Every even numbered year, we hear “This will be the most important election of our time.” and each time it is true. There is so much at stake that we can’t afford to sit idly by and hope for the best. So what can you do? You can volunteer with candidates directly (go to their website and look for volunteer sign-ups) or with organizations that support candidates. Contact me if you need ideas or information on where to start.
What I’m working on
I do a lot of work with different progressive organizations some of which is not directly related to my work as a city council member this is where I will share some of that work
MN Legislative Action Team
I need to check-in with the rest of the team and try to get a legislative session update to you
INDIVISIBLE West Metro
I’m on the board for IWM and we are currently focusing on local and state races in SD42, SD45, and SD37.
CAP-HC Board
State (& County) Level priorities
I have been working with several groups and coalitions - ISAIAH/Faith in Minnesota, Indivisible, We Go High, We Choose Us, etc. - on issues at the MN Legislature and Hennepin County - My primary focus has been/is on Climate/Environment and housing. County work will continue as will planning for the next legislative session.
We will be pivoting to focus on November elections.
Did you know?
The City of Minnetonka has a Natural Resources Division.
The City of Minnetonka's natural resources division is responsible for:
Promoting city policies to protect the city’s natural environment
Forestry programs
Water and wetlands protection
Restoration programs
Development guidance and inspection
Education, outreach and engagement
The natural resources division is guided by the city's Natural Resources Master Plan.
Minnetonka Memo
If you haven’t read the latest Minnetonka Memo, I highly encourage you to do so. It has information on several June events some of which I will share below. I also wanted to mention that following my suggestion, the Minnetonka PD has set up a safe meetup space:
What’s Happening in June?
More June Happenings:
Because pretty graphics are more aesthetically pleasing and the Minnetonka Memo people already did the work, I’m sharing the first page here:
and also:
Activities will include:
4 p.m. Tot Trot
4–5:30 p.m. Fire Department Open House
4– 8/9 p.m. • Caricature artists • Airbrush tattoos • Wacky hair artists • Arts and crafts • Carlson’s Llovable Llamas • Inflatables • Bungee trampolines • Human foosball • Sports challenge • Ninja Anywhere Ninja Rig • Vertical climbing wall
4–10 p.m. Food Vendors A variety of food and beverages available to purchase Beer and wine sales provided by the Minnetonka Rotary
10 p.m. Fireworks!
For more information check out the Minnetonka Memo or the Minnetonka Summer Fest Webpage
June 4, 11, 18, 25
2:00 p.m.Minnetonka Farmers Market
June 8, 22
8:30 a.m.Outdoor Yoga in the Park
June 14
6:00 p.m.Summer in the Commons: Date Night
June 15
10:00 a.m.Nature journaling walk
June 19
June 20
6:30 p.m.Bringing Nature Home book group
June 22
4:00 p.m.Minnetonka Summer Fest
June 25
6:30 p.m.Music in the Park: Brio Brass
July 2
2:00 p.m.Minnetonka Farmers Market
6:30 p.m.Music in the Park: Ouijam
July 4
Register for Upcoming Natural Resources Workshops & Volunteer Events (Garlic Mustard)
Big Willow Park - North | June 5 |10 a.m.
Hilloway Park | June 6 | 10 a.m.
Lone Lake Park | June 9 | 10 a.m.
Hilloway Park | June 11 | 6 p.m.
Hilloway Park | June 13 | 10 a.m.
Civic Center Park | June 18 | 6 p.m.
Bringing Nature Home book group | June 20, 6:30-8 p.m.
Lone Lake Park - South | June 25 | 6 p.m.