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Northrop
Neighborhood
Location of Northrop within the U.S. city of Minneapolis
Location of Northrop within the U.S. city of Minneapolis
Country United States
State Minnesota
Counties Hennepin
City Council Wards 8, 11
Area
 • Total 0.71 sq mi (1.8 km2)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 4,466
 • Density 6,290/sq mi (2,429/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
55407, 55417
Area code(s) 612
Historical population
Census Pop.
1980 4,767
1990 4,683 −1.8%
2000 4,335 −7.4%
2010 4,369 0.8%
2020 4,466 2.2%

Northrop is a friendly neighborhood located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. It's part of the larger Nokomis community. This area is known for its homes and local feel.

Northrop is easy to find on a map. It has clear borders. To the north, you'll find 42nd Street. Cedar Avenue forms its eastern edge. Minnehaha Parkway is the southern border. Chicago Avenue marks the western side.

Northrop's Local Government

Northrop is part of how Minneapolis is organized. Cities divide themselves into areas called "wards." These wards help make sure everyone has a voice.

Representing Northrop's Residents

Most of Northrop is in Ward 11. This means the people living there vote for a specific person. That person is called a city council member. They work to make decisions for the neighborhood. Currently, Emily Koski represents Ward 11. A smaller part of Northrop, in the north, is in Ward 8. This area is represented by Andrea Jenkins. These council members help solve local problems. They also help improve the neighborhood.

Working Together in Northrop

People in Northrop like to work together. They join with nearby neighborhoods to make their area better. This is done through a special group.

The Field Regina Northrop Neighborhood Group

Northrop shares a neighborhood organization with two other neighborhoods. These are Field and Regina. Their group is called the Field Regina Northrop Neighborhood Group, or FRNNG for short. This group helps neighbors connect. They work on projects that benefit everyone in all three neighborhoods. It's a great way for people to get involved.

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