Sharon El-Amin for Hennepin County Commissioner
Together We Win
School Board Director. Non-Profit Executive Director.
I’m running to give District 2 the leadership it deserves—one that works as hard as our families do. With deep roots in this community, I’m ready to bring full-time dedication, accountable governance, and results-driven representation to North and Northeast Minneapolis, North Loop, Golden Valley, Southeast Plymouth, St. Anthony Village, and Medicine Lake. Together, we will deliver changes you can see and feel: housing stability, strong schools, accountable public safety, and real economic opportunity.
Where I Stand, My Objectives for Office!
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Housing
I will expand access to affordable housing, protect residents from displacement, and create stronger pathways to stable homeownership.
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Health, Mental Health & Recovery
I will strengthen our health system by protecting essential care, expanding access to prevention and mental health services, and building stronger connections between healthcare, public health, and community-based support.
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Close HERC and Plan for Its Future
I will move forward with the closure of HERC while creating a community-led task force to develop a transparent, accountable plan for the site's future and ensure the next generation is not left with today's unresolved challenges.
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Economic Opportunity
I will expand economic opportunity by helping small businesses grow, connecting residents to good jobs, and ensuring more local businesses can compete for county opportunities.
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Public Safety
I will strengthen public safety by focusing on prevention, response, and accountability.
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Accountability
I will make county government more transparent, responsible, and responsive; ensuring every taxpayer dollar is spent effectively and guided by the needs of the community.
WHO AM I?
A Neighbor Who Will Show Up for Our County
Decades of Lived Community Experience: North Minneapolis resident for over 35 years, small business owner, parent, and community organizer with deep roots in local neighborhood stability.
Proven Institutional Leadership: Second-term School Board Director (former Chair) for District 2, overseeing public budgets, governance standards, and student-first equity policies.
Executive Community Management: Executive Director of McKinley Community, managing operations for food access initiatives, public safety programs, and local green spaces including four community gardens.
Fostering Cross-Sector Partnerships: Strong track record of uniting community organizations, faith leaders, and public entities to deploy grassroots solutions.
Proactive County Accountability: Committed to full-time, responsive governance focused on fiscal oversight, housing stability, public safety, and accessible public services.
Endorsed by Leaders Across Our Community
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Keith Ellison
Minnesota Attorney General
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Roslyn Harmon
Golden Valley Mayor
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LaTrisha Vetaw
Minneapolis City Council Member
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Pearll Warren
Minneapolis City Council Member
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Michael Rainville
Minneapolis City Council Member
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Nadia Elnagdy
St Anthony Village City Council Member
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Tracey Fussy
Golden Valley City Council Member
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Kim Ellison
Minneapolis Board of Education Vice Chair
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Nekima Levy Armstrong
Civil Rights Attorney
GET INVOLVED
The challenges we face locally and nationally today require thoughtful leadership, consistent decision-making, and a commitment to ensuring every voice in Hennepin County is heard and respected.