Abdihakim Ibrahim
Abdihakim Arabow Ibrahim is a father, engineer, public servant, and community leader who has built his life in St. Louis Park.
After immigrating to the United States in 2014, Abdihakim dedicated himself to public service and creating opportunities for families to thrive.
As the first Somali American elected to the St. Louis Park School Board and a former Vice Chair, Abdihakim has become a trusted voice for students, families, and residents.
Now, he is running for Hennepin County Commissioner District 3 to bring fresh leadership focused on affordability, healthcare, public safety, and building stronger communities.
My Priorities
Affordable Housing
Making sure families can afford to stay in the communities they call home.
● Ensure every family can find safe, affordable housing
● Support responsible, community-focused development
● Expand Stable Homes Stable Schools in St. Louis Park to keep families housed and students supported
a Unified Family Assistance Hub
Health & Human Services
Making county services easier to access and focused on people.
● Protect Hennepin Healthcare (HCMC) and essential county services.
● Expand access to mental health support and family resources.
● Create a Unified Family Assistance Hub so residents can access services in one place.
Public Safety
A balanced approach focused on safety, prevention, and accountability.
● Strengthen community focused safety initiatives
● Build safer communities through trust and collaboration.
● Support approaches that prioritize prevention, transparency, and accountability
Environmental Responsibility
Protecting our environment while planning responsibly for the future.
● Support closing HERC with a realistic transition plan.
● Invest in recycling, composting, and waste reduction.
● Protect clean air, public health, and environmental justice.
● Affordable and stable communities more housing, homelessness prevention ,and support for working families.
● Healthy and safe communities protect Hennepin healthcare, expand mental health services, and support effective public safety partnerships.
● Accountable county government use taxpayer dollars wisely, improve efficiency, and make county services easier to access.