Minneapolis Leaders Seek Community Input on Next Police Chief
Minneapolis city leaders are hosting community listening sessions to gather resident input on the search for the city's next police chief. These sessions are part of a national search to find a replacement for the previous chief who resigned. Upcoming…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 25, 2026 —
Minneapolis city leaders are initiating a series of community listening sessions to actively involve residents in the selection process for the city’s next police chief.
These sessions are a key component of a broader national search aimed at identifying a successor to the former chief, whose resignation prompted the ongoing recruitment effort. The initiative underscores a commitment to ensuring community voices are heard and considered as the city seeks a new leader for its police department.
Scheduled gatherings include events on Tuesday, August 25th, and Wednesday, August 26th. Specific locations for these listening sessions across Minneapolis are expected to be announced.
The engagement process is designed to gather diverse perspectives on the qualities and priorities residents wish to see in the incoming police chief. This input is intended to inform the selection committee as they evaluate candidates and move forward with the hiring process.
Further details regarding the specific times and venues for the August listening sessions will be made available by the city. Residents are encouraged to participate and contribute to this important civic process.
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