Do you know what your money is buying? Minneapolis public safety spending

A Teach In about the Minneapolis City Budget & Public Safety Spending, organized by WEAVE, a group of Minneapolis neighbors in Ward 11.
About this Event

We spend half of the city's general fund on the Office of Community Safety, and 1/3 of the general fund on the Minneapolis Police Department. What are we getting for all that money? As we face increasing pressures on city revenue, it is imperative that we make wise investments with scarce public dollars and that our city budget reflects our values. Join us for a teach in about the Minneapolis City budget and our public safety spending habits.

Ward Eleven Allied Voices for Equity (WEAVE) is a group of Ward 11 residents organizing to advance progressive policies that move Minneapolis toward a more equitable, inclusive, and community-centered future. While our members have many policy interests, one value that binds us together is a shared belief that making our communities safe and healthy requires that we divest in harmful systems like fossil fuel dependence, policing, and incarceration.

WEAVE hosts quarterly teach-ins to support hyperlocal political engagement and action. While these are open to all, they are intended for Ward 11 residents to build solidarity, community, and collective action together. Not sure if you are in Ward 11? Check the Neighborhood list, or search for your address: How Find Your Ward.

Space is limited. Please register ahead of time, and cancel your registration if your plans change. This is an in-person event. Light bites and drinks will be provided - please feel welcome to bring a potluck item to share!

Questions or accommodation requests? Please reach out to [email protected].