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Minneapolis NAACP demands firing of city housing head, threatens lawsuit over Heritage Park conditions
By Joseph Swanson at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 26, 2026
· 3 min read
The Minneapolis NAACP is calling for Minneapolis Public Housing Authority (MPHA) Executive Director Abdi Warsame to resign or be fired, following what the organization describes as widespread neglect and unacceptable conditions at the Heritage Park public housing complex.
NAACP officials annou...
Key takeaway PREVIOUS: Millions invested, but 200+ apartments in Near North Minneapolis complex sit vacant, unsafe “Residents of Heritage Homes deserved far better,” Minneapolis NAACP President Cynthia Wilson said in a statement.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The Minneapolis NAACP's demands for the firing of the city housing head and their threat of a lawsuit over Heritage Park conditions raises questions about the city's ability to provide safe and decent housing for its most vulnerable residents. The fact that millions of dollars have been invested in the complex, yet many units remain vacant and uninhabitable, suggests a deeper issue with how public housing is managed in Minneapolis. The NAACP's call for a full inspection of all public housing units and a comprehensive review of maintenance records may uncover similar problems in other parts of the city. As the city moves forward, it will be crucial to examine the relationships between the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority, private developers, and city officials to ensure that public housing is being managed in a way that prioritizes the needs of residents, rather than just meeting the minimum requirements.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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NAACP officials annou...
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