Accountability starts at home—
and extends to government.
Accountability Begins at Home PAC partners with families and communities to demand transparent leadership, responsible budgets, and strong schools—so decisions and dollars produce real outcomes for kids.
Prepared and paid for by Accountability Begins at Home PAC, Minnesota. Contributions are not tax-deductible.
Plain-English government accountability
We review every Coon Rapids City Council and Anoka-Hennepin School Board meeting so you don’t have to watch hours of video. Every vote, every speaker, every dollar — in language anyone can understand.
Anoka-Hennepin School Board Recap — March 23, 2026
Social worker cuts draw emotional testimony from 9 speakers including a 4th grader. Teacher non-renewals approved 5-0. FY27 budget previewed. ESP contract and new HDHP insurance authorized. Special meeting launches superintendent search.
Coon Rapids City Council Recap — March 17, 2026
Four police officers sworn in. $280K road maintenance contracts awarded. 610 interchange first property purchase approved. Creek Commons affordable housing grant supported. Council issues first formal statement on ICE/Operation Metro Surge.
Coon Rapids City Council Recap — March 3, 2026
$537,927 road resurfacing contract awarded to North Valley. 2017A bond early redemption saves $18K+. Crescent Ponds PUD amendment. ICE community concerns raised for a third consecutive meeting.
Coon Rapids City Council Recap — February 17, 2026
Four firefighters sworn in, one promoted. Balfany Farms 29-unit PUD approved. Three labor agreements ratified unanimously. Charter Amendment final adoption. Mayor reads ICE response.
Anoka-Hennepin School Board Recap — February 23, 2026
American Indian Education annual update. Paid Leave Policy and Shared Time Policy introduced on first read. ESP contract preview. Public comment on AHEM communications from Parents for Good.
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Our Mission
We insist on accountability in two places that matter most: from our elected officials—and within our homes. We empower families to engage, and we hold public leaders to clear, measurable standards so every dollar and decision leads to better outcomes for kids and communities.
Accountable Officials
Open meetings, accessible records, and performance goals you can measure.
Accountable Homes
Tools and guidance to help parents show up, speak up, and partner with schools.
Accountable Budgets
Plain-English spending you can trace from dollars to real-world results.
Our Priorities
We focus on practical wins—clarity, transparency, and outcomes. Here’s what we push for at city hall, school boards, and across Minnesota.
Transparency that’s usable
Public records that are easy to find, understand, and compare—without hoops.
Budget responsibility
Spending tied to outcomes—so families can see what’s working and what isn’t.
Strong schools
Support parents, protect classroom time, and focus on student achievement.
Donate
Grassroots support keeps us independent. Online processing can be added when you’re ready. For now, reach out directly with questions or to contribute.
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Email: [email protected]
Phone: (612) 412-4024
Contributions are not tax-deductible.
Donation notes
- No corporate contributions under Minnesota law.
- For donations over $200/year, include name, address, employer, and occupation.
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Email: [email protected]
Phone: (612) 412-4024
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