The Brief Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner Todd Barnette announced he will step down as commissioner at the end of the year. At the same time, Barnette has agreed to remain on as interim commissioner while the city conducts a national search for his replacement. Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner Todd Barnette announced on Monday he will resign his role as commissioner by the end of the year following a standoff with the city council over his appointment. However, since Mayor Frey has the power to appoint an interim commissioner, he is able to reappoint Barnette as the interim commissioner. What they're saying:In a provided statement, Commissioner Barnette said:"While I have yet to decide my next chapter, my work is not yet complete.