COMMUNITY GUIDE 2024
Welcome to the quad cities
Golden Valley , Robbinsdale , Crystal and New Hope are first-ring northwestern suburbs , situated just minutes from Minneapolis-St . Paul . Many businesses , both large and small , call these communities home , as do outstanding school districts , engaged residents , and religious and civic organizations . The quad communities are comprised of approximately 80,000 residents , a number expected to increase by several thousand in the next 20 years . All four municipalities are known for safe neighborhoods with easy access to downtown Minneapolis . The history of these cities dates back to the late 1800s when settlers staked their claims and carved farms into the areas that would eventually become their legacies . Residential settlement continued to increase during the early 1900s , and it expanded dramatically following World War II . This community guide offers information about each city ’ s business and community development , public safety departments , parks , schools , food shelves , churches , major employers , shopping opportunities , festivals and other events . You will also find additional information about the libraries and regional parks that attract large numbers to the area . Whether visiting , new to the community , or a lifelong resident , we hope this guide introduces you to something new to explore .
The area is part of Minnesota ’ s 5th congressional district , which includes part of Minneapolis , Brooklyn Center , St . Louis Park , Richfield , Crystal , Robbinsdale , Golden Valley , New Hope , Fridley , and a small portion of Edina .
The area belongs to Senate District 43 , which is made of the cities of New Hope , Crystal , Robbinsdale , and Golden Valley , as well as Plymouth Ward 3 , Precinct 16 .
The area is split into Legislative Districts 43A and 43B . District 43A encompasses the city of New Hope and the majority of Crystal . District 43B encompasses the entire cities of Robbinsdale and Golden Valley , and the southeastern portions of Crystal and a part of Plymouth .
The quad cities are in Hennepin County . On the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners , New Hope , Crystal and Robbinsdale are represented in District 1 . Golden Valley is part of District 2 .
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