The City of Edina hosted Community Conversation: Addressing Gun Violence Oct. 5 at Edina City Hall. The event brought residents, City leaders, Police and community partners together to discuss recent incidents of gunfire, community safety concerns and opportunities for a regional response.

The informational presentation included an update from Police Chief Todd Milburn on recent shootings in Edina and the Police Department’s response and strategy. Representatives of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office, Hennepin County Attorney’s Office and Federal Bureau of Investigation also shared information.

Watch the Oct. 5 Community Conversation recording.

The City recognizes the high level of concern in the community following recent incidents in Edina and surrounding communities and continues to ask residents for input. Use the Public Safety Feedback Form in the “Provide Feedback and Ask Questions” tab on this page to:

• Tell us how you’ve been affected.
• Share ideas to strengthen the City’s approach to enforcement, engagement and policy.
• Ask questions about the information shared during the Community Conversation.

Questions that can be answered without compromising ongoing investigations will be added to this page and to the FAQs at EdinaMN.gov/Response.

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Thank you for taking the time to participate in this important Public Safety conversation. Community members are encouraged to submit questions and feedback through this online form.

The City will respond to questions that can be answered without compromising ongoing investigations.

Responses will be added to this page and to the FAQs at EdinaMN.gov/Response.