Kenny, Minneapolis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kenny
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Location of Kenny within the U.S. city of Minneapolis
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Hennepin |
| City | Minneapolis |
| Community | Southwest |
| City Council Ward | 13 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.651 sq mi (1.69 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,932 |
| • Density | 6,040/sq mi (2,332.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55419
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| Area code(s) | 612 |
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 4,081 | — | |
| 1990 | 3,708 | −9.1% | |
| 2000 | 3,493 | −5.8% | |
| 2010 | 3,523 | 0.9% | |
| 2020 | 3,932 | 11.6% | |
Kenny is a friendly neighborhood located in the city of Minneapolis, Minnesota. It's part of the Southwest community, which is like a larger group of neighborhoods.
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Discovering Kenny Neighborhood
Where is Kenny Located?
Kenny is in the southwest part of Minneapolis. It has clear borders, like invisible fences. To the north, it's West 54th Street. To the east, you'll find Lyndale Avenue South and Highway 121. West 62nd Street (also known as Highway 62) marks its southern edge. Logan Avenue South forms the western boundary.
Local Government and Representation
Kenny is part of a special area called Ward 13. A "ward" is like a district that helps organize the city. Each ward has a representative on the Minneapolis City Council. This person helps make decisions for the city and speaks for the people in their ward. Currently, Linea Palmisano is the City Council member for Ward 13.
Schools and Nature in Kenny
Kenny is home to a few important places. There's a small body of water called Grass Lake, which adds a touch of nature to the area. For students, Kenny has its own elementary school, named Kenny Elementary School. There is also a middle school in the neighborhood called Susan B. Anthony Middle School.
