My background and experience are a perfect fit to be a Minneapolis Park Board Commissioner.
I am deeply rooted in Minneapolis. Born, raised and lived in Minneapolis all my life. I was raised in South Minneapolis with my six brothers and sisters by our strong, resilient, and single mother, Jo Pearl Rucker. I have currently resided in North Minneapolis for 30 years. With my beautiful wife Melanie of 14 years, we have co-raised a blended family of 5 children, who are now independent and successful young adults. Now empty nester, we enjoy spending time and spoiling our four adorable grandkids.
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I have always believed in giving back to my community. I was taught by my mother that everything that I had and was able to achieve was because someone before me fought and paved the way. "All that I am, I owe." That is why I have served as a Minneapolis Firefighter/EMT for the past 21 years.
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Charles Rucker has started and participated in many programs in the last 25+ years supporting our Minneapolis youth. Charles doesn't just talk the talk - he walks the walk.
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In addition to youth sports, for 20 years Charles has been promoting youth involvement through education, activism, mentorship and benevolence in fire fighting professional organizations. He also has proven leadership experience.
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