WHERE IT ALL BEGINS!
And You’re Invited to Participate!
“We do not have government by the majority. We have government by the majority who participate.”
– Thomas Jefferson
Caucus Night 2026
Be the voice in the room — not the one left out. The neighborhood caucus is where grassroots Democracy begins.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
6:30 p.m. – Registration Opens
7:00 p.m. – Official Start
Edina (Precincts 1-5) – Valley View Middle School
Hopkins (Precincts 1-5) – Eisenhower Community Center
St. Louis Park (Precincts 1-12) – SLP Middle School
Why You Should Attend Your Local Caucus
Your voice matters — but only if it’s heard. The caucus is where everyday people shape the direction of political parties. The caucus is your chance to:
✅ Meet your neighbors who care about the same things you do.
✅ Elect delegates to the DFL SD46 Convention where our state representatives are endorsed.
✅ Elect delegates to the Hennepin County Convention where county sherrif and attorney are endorsed.
✅ Meet candidates and elected officials who reflect your values.
✅ Vote on resolutions that influence the DFL Party Platform.
Caucus Resources & Documents:
✅ Non-attendee form.
✅ DFL Resolution Form,
✅ Find your precinct at https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov/
FAQ
What is a caucus?
A caucus is a gathering of neighbors to discuss issues and organize the local DFL party unit (DFL46). All political parties have their caucuses on the same night. One of the important tasks that each caucus meeting will consider is resolutions to update our party platform and action agenda.
What happens at caucus?
- We elect delegates and alternates to attend the SD46 DFL convention, which will be held on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Eisenhower Community Center. Registration opens at 11:00 am; Official start (gavel) is at noon.
- We adopt resolutions for consideration in the State DFL Action Agenda or Ongoing Platform.
- We elect precinct chairs and vice chairs in each precinct for 2-year terms.
- Participants can volunteer to help plan the SD 46 DFL convention by signing up to be on a committee, which is limited to two people per precinct to each committee.
- We will get to meet our state legislators and our DFL neighbors.
- We can learn more about other opportunities to get involved and help get democrats elected.
Who can participate in caucuses?
Eligibility: Affirm the following four items are true: (1) You live in this precinct. (2) You consider yourself a member of the DFL Party and agree with its principles as stated in the State DFL Constitution and Bylaws. (3) You are not an active member of any other political party. (4) You will be at least 18 years old by November 3, 2026 if you want to vote or run for any position elected at the caucus, including delegate or alternate, or precinct officer. Alternatively, to be eligible to participate in all other caucus business, you will be 16 years old by November 3, 2026.
What are my rights?
Minnesota Statutes Section 202A.19 permits Minnesota residents to take time off from work without pay to attend precinct caucuses, provided they give their employer written notice at least 10 days in advance. State universities, community colleges, and public schools may not hold classes or events after 6:00 p.m. on the evening of precinct caucuses. State agencies, school boards, county boards, township boards, city councils, and all other political subdivisions may not conduct meetings after 6:00 p.m. on caucus night.
Can I bring my kids?
Yes, kids are welcome!
What are all these Delegates?
Funny you should ask. The chart below provides an easy-to-understand guide.
| Delegate Title | What do they do? | Where do they do their job? | Where are they elected? |
| DFL46 Delegate | Consider endorsement for MN State House & Senate; elect DFL46 directors & SCC Members | DFL46 Endorsing Convention – March 22. | Precinct Caucuses – Feb. 3rd. – number of delegates varies by precinct. |
| Hennepin County Delegate | Consider endorsement for Hennepin County offices – Sheriff, County Attorney | Hennepin County Endorsing Convention – date TBD | Precinct Caucuses – Feb. 3rd. |
| Congressional/State Delegate | Consider endorsement for CD3 or CD5 DFL U.S. House Representative. Consider endorsement for statewide offices – Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, and Auditor\ |
CD3 Endorsing Convention (April 26th) or CD5 Endorsing Convention (May 9), and State Convention (May 29-31) | DFL46 Endorsing Convention – March 22 (24 delegates & 24 alternates) elected from DFL46.)
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| State Central Committee Delegate | Represent DFL46 to conduct DFL state party business between conventions. | Quarterly State Central Committee meetings (statewide); two-year term. Meetings vary – in-person or Zoom. | DFL46 Endorsing Convention – March 22. (8 delegates & 8 alternates) elected from DFL46.) |
What is my Senate District?
Senate District 46 serves Hopkins (Precincts 1-5), Edina (Precincts 1-5), and St. Louis Park (Precincts 1-12). You can find your Precinct and your Senate District with the Secretary of State Polling Place Finder here.
Will my district or precinct be the same as it was in 2024?
Yes! Please make sure you find the correct district and precinct.
How can I participate if I can’t attend caucus night?
Under state rules, all caucuses and endorsing conventions must be held in-person. If you want to participate in the caucus, but can’t attend in-person, you can fill out this non-attendee form. There are two ways to submit this non-attendee form:
- Fill out the non-attendee form and have someone else bring it on caucus night, or
- Email the non-atteendee form to dfl46.caucus@gmail.com, January 1 – January 31, 2026
NOTE: As a non-attendee you won’t be able to vote (for candidate straw polls, delegates, or resolutions), but you will be able to:
- Be nominated and possibly elected as a precinct officer or a delegate or alternate to a higher level convention
- Submit resolutions for caucus approval by attaching a Resolution Form. (see link below)
- Sign up to help in other ways: as an Election Judge, or as a member of a committee setting up for a higher level convention.
How can I submit resolutions?
NOTE: Submitted resolution forms must include your name, contact information, and precinct. Plus, you must submit a non-attendee form to be eligible to submit resolutions. Resolutions without a non-attendee form will not be considered at caucus.
Complete a fillable-PDF Minnesota DFL Resolution Form, or use one of the pre-formatted resolutions provided by DFL Community Caucuses and other advocacy organizations. Submit the resolution via email, or have someone bring it to caucus night. Electronic copies of these forms be emailed to caucus@sd46dfl.org along with your non-attendee registration form.