Rep. Melissa Hortman (36B) – Legislative Update
Neighbors and friends,
I hope you’re enjoying summer and staying cool!
New Laws
Several new laws went into effect on July 1st. A major highlight of the new laws is off-sale Sunday liquor sales, which was a successful bipartisan effort this session. Click here to read more about all of the new laws and budget changes now in effect.
Save the Date: National Night Out-Brooklyn Park and Night to Unite-Coon Rapids
National Night Out (NNO) is a national safety event that promotes police-community partnerships, lower crime, and stronger neighborhoods. Individual neighborhoods host their own block parties in order to celebrate and strengthen their community. Every party looks different-some are ice cream socials, some are cookouts, and some are potlucks. Last year, Brooklyn Park was ranked 3rd in the nation with 183 parties hosted. This year, NNO will be held on Tuesday, August 1st, with the deadline to register a party being July 21st. Let’s try to rank #1 this year! You can find more information on how to host a party here.
In Coon Rapids, NNO is known as Night to Unite. It is also held on Tuesday, August 1st. Last year, I celebrated NNO in Brooklyn Park, and this year I will be joining everyone in Coon Rapids for Night to Unite. You can find more information on Coon Rapids events and how to register here. I hope to see you there!
Please feel free to contact me anytime with your input. I appreciate hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Melissa Hortman