Hopkins public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Hopkins City Council will adopt the 2026 tax levy and HRA levy, approving a $22,147,904 levy (a 7.26% increase) and the General and Special Revenue Fund budgets. It will also adopt the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement and Equipment Replacement Plans and approve several ordinances, including cannabis business registration changes and election charter updates. Additional actions include a joint powers agreement with Golden Valley, a housing trust fund grant contract, and issuance of $6.25 M in general obligation bonds.

• Approval of 2026 tax levy of $22,147,904 (7.26% increase) and related budgets
• Issuance of general obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2026A, up to $6,250,000
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Golden Valley for inspections and plan review of Minnesota State Licensed Facilities
• Minnesota Housing Finance Agency grant contract for Local Housing Trust Fund Grants Program
• Adoption of 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement and Equipment Replacement Plans

The council adopted the 2026 tax levy, raising property taxes by 6.5% and approved the associated general and special revenue fund budgets. It also approved the 2026 HRA levy, the 2026‑2030 capital improvement and equipment replacement plans, and adopted Ordinance 2025‑1230 regulating cannabis business registrations. The consent agenda, which included several resolutions and agreements, was approved. All motions passed with the votes recorded.

• Approved 2026 tax levy and 2026 General & Special Revenue Fund Budgets (4-1)
• Approved 2026 HRA levy and 2026 Economic Development Fund Budget (5-0)
• Adopted 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement & Equipment Replacement Plans (5-0)
• Adopted second reading of Ordinance 2025‑1230 (cannabis registration) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (grant funding, fee amendments, joint powers agreement, insurance renewal) (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (5-0)

Park Board

The Hopkins Park Board adopted its agenda and approved the consent agenda covering the minutes of the September 22, 2025 meeting. Members heard a presentation on the Central Park playground design, including accessibility features and bid timing, and a presentation on the Nine Mile Creek Restoration Project. The board also discussed park area assignments for Burnes, Downtown, Interlachen, and Hilltop. No formal contracts or expenditures were approved at this meeting.

• Adopt agenda – motion by Woodfill, second by Flynn
• Approve consent agenda – minutes of Sep 22, 2025 meeting
• Central Park playground design presentation – design, accessibility, bid timeline
• Nine Mile Creek Restoration Project presentation
• Discussion of park area assignments for Burnes, Downtown, Interlachen, and Hilltop

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will meet to adopt the agenda and approve the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. The body will also consider the approval of disbursements made through November 13, 2025.

• Approval of disbursements through November 13, 2025, totaling $117,907.50
• Approval of November 18, 2025 regular meeting minutes

City Council

The Hopkins City Council will vote on a resolution that adopts the 2026 tax levy, the 2026 HRA levy, and the General and Special Revenue Fund budgets. The meeting also includes a second‑reading of a Planned Unit Development rezoning ordinance for 501 Mainstreet and 15 6th Avenue North, a first reading of an ordinance changing cannabis business registration rules, a variance request for 37 19th Avenue North, and a resolution to issue $6,250,000 of general‑obligation refunding bonds. Additional items are an ordinance to implement charter amendments on elections.

• Resolution approving the 2026 Tax Levy, 2026 HRA Levy and adopting the 2026 General and Special Revenue Fund Budgets
• Second reading of Planned Unit Development (PUD) Rezoning Ordinance for 501 Mainstreet and 15 6th Avenue North
• First reading of ordinance amending cannabis business registration, procedures, and separation requirements
• Resolution approving a variance request for the property at 37 19th Avenue North
• Resolution providing for issuance and sale of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2026A, up to $6,250,000

The Hopkins City Council approved the 2026 tax levy, HRA levy and the 2026 General and Special Revenue Fund budgets, adopting a $22,147,904 levy with a 7.26% increase. It also approved a second reading of the Planned Unit Development rezoning ordinance for 501 Mainstreet and 15 6th Avenue North, a first reading of a cannabis business registration amendment keeping the limit at three, and a variance for 37 19th Avenue North. The council authorized $6.25 million in General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Series 2026A) and adopted first‑reading ordinances to transition elections and move council salary reviews to even‑year elections. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved 2026 tax levy, HRA levy and 2026 budgets (5-0)
• Approved second reading of PUD rezoning ordinance for 501 Mainstreet & 15 6th Avenue North and authorized agreement (5-0)
• Approved first reading of cannabis business registration amendment, keeping limit at three (5-0)
• Approved variance request for 37 19th Avenue North property (5-0)
• Approved issuance and sale of $6.25 million General Obligation Refunding Bonds Series 2026A (5-0)
• Approved first reading of transitory ordinance to transition elections per charter amendments (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance moving council salary review to even‑year elections (5-0)
• Directed staff to develop a budget with a 6.5% levy increase if possible (majority decision)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hopkins Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the city code that would increase the number of cannabis retail registrations from three to five and revise buffer and application amendment rules. Commissioners will consider public comments and staff recommendations before voting on Resolution 2025-13, which recommends the City Council adopt the amendment. The agenda also includes a variance request for 37 19th Avenue North and routine items such as adopting minutes and discussing the 2026 work plan.

• Public hearing on City Code Amendment to increase cannabis retail registrations from 3 to 5 and modify buffer and amendment provisions (Resolution 2025-13)
• Variance request for 37 19th Avenue North concerning primary entrance front façade
• Adopt minutes from the October 28, 2025 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
• Continued discussion of the 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Work Plan
• Adopt agenda and other routine procedural items

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a variance allowing two front doors on the new two‑unit homes at 37 19th Ave. N. It also adopted Resolution 2025‑13 recommending the City Council adopt a cannabis business code amendment with added daycare buffers and a 500‑ft distance rule. The commission further approved its 2026 work plan.

• Approved variance request for 37 19th Ave. N. (front façade doors) – Ayes: Wiechert, Terrill, Minter, Ujifusa; Nays: Montgomery
• Approved Resolution 2025-13 recommending City Council adopt cannabis code amendment (add daycare buffer, increase distance to 500 ft, review downtown uses) – Ayes: Wiechert, Terrill, Montgomery, Minter, Ujifusa; Nays: none
• Approved 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Work Plan – Ayes: Wiechert, Terrill, Montgomery, Minter, Ujifusa; Nays: none
• Adopted agenda as presented – Ayes: Wiechert, Terrill, Montgomery, Minter, Ujifusa; Nays: none
• Approved consent agenda (including October 28, 2025 minutes) – Ayes: Wiechert, Terrill, Montgomery, Minter, Ujifusa; Nays: none

Charter Commission

The Commission is reviewing the transition to even-year elections and a four-year mayoral term following successful November 4, 2025, voter approvals. Members will also discuss amending Chapter 5 of the City Charter to align petition form requirements with Minnesota Secretary of State standards.

• Review of November 4, 2025, election results: Question 1 (even-year elections) passed 2,102 to 912; Question 2 (four-year mayor term) passed 2,032 to 1,100
• Discussion on proposed recommendations for mayor and council member terms to facilitate the election transition
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 5 (Initiative, Referendum and Recall) to require all petitions follow Secretary of State form requirements

The commission approved the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted the City Attorney’s recommendation to follow state statute on mayoral term limits. It also instructed staff to prepare a draft ordinance that updates Chapter 5 of the city charter to comply with state law and modernize its language. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved April 1, 2025 Charter Commission meeting minutes (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adopted state statute and City Attorney recommendation on mayoral terms (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Directed staff to draft revised Chapter 5 charter ordinance (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:58 p.m. (9 ayes, 0 nays)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Hopkins Housing and Redevelopment Authority will consider a resolution to void a series of checks reversed by the bank in October 2025 and to renew its general liability and property insurance for a $20,427 premium without waiving statutory tort limits. The board will also approve minutes from the October 7 meeting and disbursements through October 24. A HUD High Performer designation for the agency will be presented but requires no action.

• Resolution 560 authorizing voiding of reversed HRA checks identified in Exhibit A (October 2025)
• Renewal of the League of Minnesota Cities insurance policy at a $20,427 premium, with no waiver of statutory tort liability
• Approval of minutes from the October 7, 2025 HRA meeting
• Approval of disbursements through October 24, 2025
• Presentation of HUD High Performer designation for the HRA public housing program

The Hopkins Housing and Redevelopment Authority board adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. It then approved the consent agenda, which covered the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes, disbursements through October 24, 2025, a resolution to void reversed HRA checks, and renewal of general liability and property insurance. No new business was presented. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda – approved unanimously (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approve minutes from October 7, 2025 HRA meeting – approved unanimously
• Approve disbursements through October 24, 2025 – approved unanimously
• Approve resolution authorizing voiding of reversed HRA checks – approved unanimously
• Approve renewal of general liability and property insurance and retain statutory liability – approved unanimously
• Adjourn meeting – approved unanimously

City Council

The Hopkins City Council will adopt a resolution increasing parking permit rates effective January 1, 2026. It will also approve a conditional use permit for a short‑term rental at 29 Van Buren Avenue South and conduct the first reading of a Planned Unit Development rezoning ordinance for 501 Mainstreet and 156 6th Avenue North. Additional agenda items include enterprise fund budgets with utility rate increases and a review of the special revenue fund and activity center budget.

• Resolution increasing parking permit rates effective Jan 1 2026
• Resolution approving conditional use permit for short‑term rental at 29 Van Buren Avenue South
• First reading of PUD rezoning ordinance and site plan for 501 Mainstreet and 156 6th Avenue North
• Enterprise fund budgets and utility rate increases
• Special revenue fund budgets and activity center budget review

The Hopkins City Council adopted its agenda and a proclamation recognizing Small Business Saturday and the 40th anniversary of Hopkins Frame and Design. The council approved the consent agenda items, including minutes from the November 6 special meeting and several resolutions. New business included approval of a conditional use permit for short‑term rental at 29 Van Buren Avenue South, a first reading of a Planned Unit Development rezoning for 501 Mainstreet and 15 6th Avenue North, and a resolution increasing water, sanitary sewer, refuse, recycling and organic recycling rates effective January 1, 2026. All motions carried with votes from Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, and Kuznia.

• Adopted agenda (Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia)
• Adopted proclamation for Small Business Saturday and 40th anniversary (Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia)
• Approved consent agenda items, including minutes and multiple resolutions (Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for short‑term rental at 29 Van Buren Avenue South (Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia)
• Approved first reading of PUD rezoning ordinance and site plan for 501 Mainstreet and 15 6th Avenue North (Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia)
• Approved utility rate increase for water, sanitary sewer, refuse, recycling and organic recycling effective Jan 1 2026 (Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia)
• Approved resolution to increase parking permit rates effective Jan 1 2026 (Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia)
• Unanimously adjourned the meeting (Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia)

City Council

The Hopkins City Council special meeting on November 6, 2025 will consider a motion to declare the official results of the November 4, 2025 general and special elections. The motion, presented by City Clerk Amy Domeier, seeks formal adoption of the canvass results. The agenda also notes the next regular council meeting on November 18 at 6:30 p.m.

• Motion to declare official results of the November 4, 2025 general and special elections

The council voted to officially declare the results of the November 4, 2025 general and special elections. The results confirmed voter approval of charter amendments to move elections to even-numbered years and to extend the mayor’s term to four years. The motion passed unanimously. The council then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Declared November 4, 2025 election results (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hopkins Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Planned Unit Development and the sale of the properties at 501 Mainstreet and 15 6th Avenue North. It will also consider a Conditional Use Permit for a short‑term rental at 29 Van Buren Ave S. In addition, the commission will review the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan for consistency with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and adopt the 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Work Plan.

• Planned Unit Development and sale of 501 Mainstreet and 15 6th Avenue North
• Conditional Use Permit for short‑term rental at 29 Van Buren Ave S
• Review of 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan for consistency with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• Adoption of the 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Work Plan

The commission adopted Resolution 2025‑09 recommending the City Council approve the planned‑unit development for 501 Mainstreet and 15 6th Ave N, which would create a 41‑unit apartment building, subject to four conditions. It also approved a conditional use permit for a short‑term rental at 29 Van Buren Ave S and adopted Resolution 2025‑11 finding the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. The 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Work Plan was tabled for further review.

• Adopt Resolution 2025‑09 recommending City Council approve 41‑unit PUD (4‑2, Ujifusa absent)
• Adopt Resolution 2025‑10 finding PUD disposition consistent with Comprehensive Plan – approved (5‑1, Ujifusa absent)
• Adopt Resolution 2025‑10 finding PUD disposition consistent with Comprehensive Plan – failed (3‑3, Ujifusa absent)
• Approve conditional use permit for short‑term rental at 29 Van Buren Ave S (6‑0, Ujifusa absent)
• Approve Resolution 2025‑11 finding 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan consistent (6‑0, Ujifusa absent)
• Table 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Work Plan (postponed)

Park Board

The Hopkins Park Board will adopt its agenda and consent agenda, then receive a general park update. Board members will review a Central Park Playground presentation and an events update. They will discuss park area assignments for Maetzold, Elmo, Burnes, and Downtown parks. The meeting will conclude with announcements, including the next meeting date.

• Central Park Playground Presentation (Imihy)
• Events Update (Imihy)
• Discussion of Maetzold and Elmo Parks (Brummer)
• Parks for November discussion – Burnes and Downtown (Brummer)
• Announcement of next meeting on November 24, 2025 at City Hall

The board adopted the meeting agenda after a motion by Woodfill and a second by Flynn. The consent agenda, including the September 22 minutes, was approved without opposition. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned at 7:48 p.m. Board members were also informed that the November meeting was cancelled and the next meeting will be on December 15, 2025.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Hopkins City Council will consider several items, including two proclamations honoring JCI Hopkins and recognizing Indigenous Heritage Month. Council members will receive an update on the Shady Oak Station Area Development Strategy. The council will vote on a resolution to accept a $1,459,383 SAFER grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for fire and emergency services. A consent agenda will approve meeting minutes, special assessments, and a lease agreement with the Hopkins Historical Society.

• Adopt proclamation honoring JCI Hopkins
• Adopt proclamation celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month
• Discuss Shady Oak Station Area Development Strategy Update
• Accept SAFER grant of $1,459,383 for fire and emergency response
• Approve lease agreement with Hopkins Historical Society for Hopkins Activity Center

The council adopted its agenda and two proclamations honoring JCI Hopkins and Indigenous Heritage Month. It approved the consent agenda, including minutes, resolutions, and a lease agreement, and adopted Resolution 2025-065 to adopt the 2025 miscellaneous assessment roll. Finally, the council approved Resolution 2025-060 to accept a $1,459,383 SAFER grant for fire and emergency response staffing.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation honoring JCI Hopkins (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: minutes, resolutions, lease (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-065 for hearing on proposed assessments and adoption of assessment roll (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-060 accepting SAFER grant for $1,459,383 fire staffing (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:34 p.m. (unanimous)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Hopkins Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting on October 7, 2025 will consider the consent agenda. It includes approving the minutes from the September 2, 2025 regular meeting and approving disbursements made through September 29, 2025. No new business items are listed for discussion. The board will vote after adopting the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the September 2, 2025 regular meeting
• Approve disbursements through September 29, 2025 (total $32,212.24)
• Adopt agenda
• Call to order
• Adjourn

The Hopkins Housing and Redevelopment Authority board adopted the meeting agenda. The board then approved the consent agenda, which included the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes and disbursements through September 29, 2025. Both actions passed with unanimous votes.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 2, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved disbursements through September 29, 2025 (5-0)

City Council

The Hopkins City Council will adopt its agenda, approve a series of consent‑agenda resolutions, and consider several presentations. Council members will vote on a proclamation declaring October 11 as Hopkins Migratory Bird Day and discuss updates to the city’s cannabis ordinance, including the limit on dispensaries. In new business, the council will approve the contract for the Safe Streets for All grant agreement with the Federal Highway Administration and review the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement and Equipment Replacement Plans.

• Approval of contract for Safe Streets for All Grant Agreement with the Federal Highway Administration
• Review of 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement & Equipment Replacement Plans
• Proclamation Declaring October 11 as Hopkins Migratory Bird Day
• Discussion of cannabis ordinance changes and the three‑store limit on dispensaries
• Consent agenda resolutions: appoint election judges, support Brownfield Gap Financing, increase fire department relief association benefit

The council adopted its agenda, adding a presentation on a local soccer club initiative. It adopted a proclamation declaring October 11 as Hopkins Migratory Bird Day. The council approved the consent agenda items, including minutes, election judges, and other resolutions. It approved a contract for a $165,832 Safe Streets for All grant from the Federal Highway Administration.

• Adopted agenda with soccer club presentation (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation for Hopkins Migratory Bird Day (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, election judges, write‑in votes, grant support, etc.) (5-0)
• Approved $165,832 Safe Streets for All grant contract (5-0)
• Requested additional information on 2027 roof replacements (no vote)
• Unanimously adjourned meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hear a presentation on the 2025 Shady Oak Station Area Development Strategy Update, which outlines a mixed‑use, transit‑oriented vision for the area. Commissioners will also review Central Park to determine if it aligns with the city's 2040 Comprehensive Plan. No formal decisions are listed; the items are for discussion and review.

• Presentation: Shady Oak Station Area Development Strategy Update – vision for a mixed‑use, transit‑oriented district
• Review of Central Park for consistency with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan

The Planning & Zoning Commission adopted the meeting agenda and approved the consent agenda, each with four votes in favor and no opposition. The commission voted to find the Central Park Master Plan consistent with the city's 2040 Comprehensive Plan, also with a 4‑0 vote. The decision moves the project to an open house on November 17 and a bid process in January, with construction expected to start in spring 2026.

• Adopt agenda (4-0)
• Approve consent agenda (4-0)
• Find Central Park Master Plan consistent with 2040 Comprehensive Plan (4-0)
• Adjourn meeting unanimously

Park Board

The Hopkins Park Board will consider staff‑drafted items for the 2026 Work Plan, which proposes construction of Central Park with a $14.1 million budget and references a $5 million grant from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The board will also discuss upcoming park events such as Adopt‑A‑Park, the Raspberry Park renaming on September 27, and setting a date for the Buckthorn Bust. Additional agenda items include a Food Forest presentation and assignments for Central and Raspberry Parks.

• Review of the 2026 Park Work Plan draft, including Central Park construction ($14.1 M budget) and $5 M MPCA grant
• Discussion of upcoming events: Adopt‑A‑Park, Raspberry Park renaming (Sept 27), and scheduling the Buckthorn Bust
• Food Forest presentation
• Park area assignments discussion for Central and Raspberry Parks
• General park update and recreation update

The board adopted the meeting agenda after a motion by Lyksett and a second by Wilkus, with all members voting aye. A motion by Flynn, seconded by Lyksett, approved the consent agenda unanimously. The board voted to reverse the order of Items 1 and 2, again with all members in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 8:01 p.m. by a unanimous motion.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous aye vote)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous aye vote)
• Reversed order of Items 1 and 2 (unanimous aye vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01 p.m. (unanimous aye vote)

City Council

The Hopkins City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a snow‑removal agreement for the Activity Center and special‑assessment deferral requests for two properties. The council will also adopt resolutions to support a youth‑activities grant for Central Park, and to approve the proposed 2026 tax levy, budget and HRA/EDA tax levy. These actions set the city’s financing and service priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approval of agreement with Trellis Management Co for snow removal at the Activity Center (NW corner of 14th Avenue N and First Street North)
• Approval of special assessment deferral requests for 232 13th Avenue N (PID 24-117-22-23-0079) and 309 12th Avenue N (PID 24-117-22-24-0119)
• Resolution supporting the city’s application to the Hennepin County Youth Activities Grant for Central Park playground
• Resolution approving the proposed 2026 tax levy, setting debt service levels, and adopting the proposed 2026 budget
• Resolution approving the proposed 2026 HRA/EDA tax levy

The council adopted the agenda and consent agenda items unanimously. It approved Resolution 2025-052, adopting the proposed 2026 tax levy, setting debt‑service levels below bond requirements, and approving the 2026 budget with a 4‑aye, 1‑nay vote after a vote correction. It also approved Resolution 2025-053, adopting the proposed 2026 HRA/EDA tax levy with a 5‑aye vote.

• Adopted agenda (5‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved consent agenda items—including minutes, snow‑removal agreement, assessment deferrals, and grant application (5‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved Resolution 2025-052 for the 2026 tax levy, debt service levels, and budget (4‑aye, 1‑nay after vote correction)
• Approved Resolution 2025-053 for the 2026 HRA/EDA tax levy (5‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (5‑aye, 0‑nay)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Hopkins Housing and Redevelopment Authority adopted the meeting agenda with all five members voting yes. The consent agenda, including approval of minutes from the August 4 and August 19 meetings and disbursements through August 15, was approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned without further business.

• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 4, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 19, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved disbursements through August 15, 2025 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The council adopted the meeting agenda and a proclamation celebrating Latinx Heritage Month. It approved the consent agenda items, including the August 19 minutes, a service agreement with Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and August checks. The council also adopted Resolution 2025‑051, granting a conditional use permit and site‑plan approval for a major vehicle repair and maintenance facility at 1201 6th St S. No other actions were decided.

• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation celebrating Latinx Heritage Month (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items: August 19 minutes, service agreement with Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and August 2025 checks (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑051 granting conditional use permit and site‑plan for major vehicle repair at 1201 6th St S (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Hopkins Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit and site plan review for a major vehicle repair and maintenance facility at 1201 6th St S. The applicant, MN Adult & Teen Challenge, proposes a non-profit auto repair shop for its fleet of vehicles.

• Public hearing for Major Vehicle Repair & Maintenance use at 1201 6th St S
• Review of site plan for auto repair facility (4,393 sq ft building, 0.42 acres)
• Conditional Use Permit request for MN Adult & Teen Challenge
• Approval of July 22, 2025 Planning & Zoning Commission minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission adopted its agenda and consent agenda without opposition. It opened and closed the public hearing for the conditional use permit request at 1201 6th Street South. The commission approved a resolution recommending the City Council approve the conditional use permit and site plan for that location. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approve consent agenda, including July 22 minutes (6-0, 1 absent)
• Open and close public hearing for 1201 6th St S (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approve Planning & Zoning Resolution recommending City Council approve conditional use permit and site plan for 1201 6th St S (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous, 6-0, 1 absent)

Park Board

The board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the consent agenda, including the June 23, 2025 minutes, with unanimous support. Members agreed to assign two parks each month for individual visits and to have volunteers lead the Buckthorn Bust event. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (ayes: Boor, Flynn, Hanneman, Lyksett, Shadis, Wilkus; no nays)
• Approve consent agenda, including June 23, 2025 minutes (ayes: Boor, Flynn, Hanneman, Lyksett, Shadis, Wilkus; no nays)
• Assign each board member two parks for monthly independent visits (agreement reached)
• Volunteer leadership for Buckthorn Bust event assigned to Boor and Flynn (agreement reached)
• Adjourn meeting unanimously (motion by Lyksett, second by Wilkus)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The board adopted the meeting agenda with all members voting yes. The consent agenda, which included Subordination Agreements for the Environmental Covenant and for Fannie Mae at Hallon I, was also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned without further business.

• Adopt agenda approved (5-0)
• Consent agenda approved (5-0)
• Subordination Agreement for Environmental Covenant – Hallon I approved (5-0)
• Subordination Agreement for Fannie Mae – Hallon I approved (5-0)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (5-0)

City Council

The City Council received a recommendation to approve a Professional Service Agreement with the Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority for a $40,000 Business District Initiative grant. The minutes do not record a vote or final approval. No substantive action was taken during this meeting.

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Hopkins Housing and Redevelopment Authority adopted its meeting agenda. The board approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting and authorized disbursements through July 25, 2025. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned.

• Adopt agenda – approved (5-0)
• Approve minutes of July 15, 2025 meeting – approved (5-0)
• Approve disbursements through July 25, 2025 – approved (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting – approved (5-0)

City Council

The council adopted Resolution 2025‑048, the Hopkins Climate Solutions Plan, with a 4‑1 vote. Council members approved the consent agenda items unanimously, including minutes, temporary liquor licenses, and grant resolutions. They directed staff to develop 2026 budget options with 4%, 6%, and 8% tax levy increases while maintaining existing programs.

• Adopted Hopkins Climate Solutions Plan (Resolution 2025‑048) – vote 4‑1
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, temporary liquor licenses, grant resolutions) – unanimous
• Supported Central Park renovation funding without implementing a tax levy
• Directed staff to prepare 2026 budget options with 4%, 6%, and 8% tax levy increases
• Reviewed and generally supported Kaleidoscope concept plan for Lot 800 (102 10th Ave N)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission adopted the meeting agenda and approved the consent agenda, which included the June 24, 2025 minutes, each by a 6‑0 vote. The commission expressed general support for a townhome concept plan but took no formal action on it. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including June 24 minutes (6-0)
• Unanimously adjourned meeting (6-0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the consent agenda, which included the June 3, 2025 minutes and disbursements through June 8, 2025. The Authority also approved Purchase and Development Agreements with Footprint Development, LLC for the properties at 501/525 Mainstreet and 15 6 th Avenue North. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (5-0)
• Approve consent agenda, including June 3, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approve consent agenda, disbursements through June 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Approve Purchase and Development Agreements for 501/525 Mainstreet and 15 6 th Avenue North with Footprint Development, LLC (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting unanimously (5-0)

City Council

The council appointed Pete Wiechert to the Planning & Zoning Commission (5‑0). It approved a grant agreement with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for $4,999,782 to fund storm‑water work in Central Park (5‑0). It adopted a resolution to issue $4,615,000 housing‑improvement bonds (5‑0). The consent agenda items, including liquor licenses and development agreements, were approved (5‑0).

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Appointed Pete Wiechert to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Authorized staff to enter $4,999,782 MPCA grant agreement for Central Park (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-045 to issue $4,615,000 housing improvement bonds (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (liquor licenses, MOU with IAFF, grant with Footprint Development, etc.) (5-0)
• Unanimously adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission adopted its agenda and approved the consent agenda, including the May 27 minutes. Commissioners elected Terrill as Chairperson and Miller as Vice‑Chairperson for 2025‑2026. Resolutions recognizing outgoing members Travis Fauchald and Andrew Wright were approved. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (4‑0)
• Approve consent agenda, including May 27 minutes (4‑0)
• Close nominations and elect Terrill as Chairperson (unanimous consent)
• Close nominations and elect Miller as Vice‑Chairperson (unanimous consent)
• Approve Resolution 2025‑05 recognizing Travis Fauchald (4‑0)
• Approve Resolution 2025‑06 recognizing Andrew Wright (4‑0)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous consent)

Park Board

The Hopkins Park Board adopted the meeting agenda, approved the consent agenda items—including minutes from previous meetings—and unanimously adjourned the session.

• Adopted agenda (motion by Stiele, carried 5-0)
• Approved consent agenda minutes (motion by Miller, carried 5-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Stiele, second by Woodfill)

City Council

The council adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. It approved the consent agenda, which included the June 3 minutes, temporary on‑sale liquor licenses for JCI Hopkins and St. Gabriel the Archangel Church, a resolution awarding the SCADA Phase Two fiber contract, and a second reading of the backyard cottage ordinance. The council also gave a first reading to Ordinance 2025‑1228 amending cannabis retail regulations. All motions carried with five votes in favor and none against.

• Adopt agenda (Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia) – approved
• Approve consent agenda items (minutes, liquor licenses, fiber contract, cottage ordinance) – approved
• Approve temporary on‑sale liquor license for JCI Hopkins – approved
• Approve temporary on‑sale liquor license for St. Gabriel the Archangel Church – approved
• Accept bids and award SCADA Phase Two fiber contract – approved
• Second reading: Ordinance amending development code for backyard cottage regulations – approved
• First reading of Ordinance 2025‑1228 clarifying cannabis retail regulations – approved

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Hopkins Housing and Redevelopment Authority board adopted the meeting agenda. It approved the consent agenda, which included the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes and disbursements through May 28, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 6, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved disbursements through May 28, 2025 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Hopkins City Council approved a budget amendment of $88,000 to add two full‑time firefighters. It also adopted a first reading of a zoning amendment for backyard cottages, approved a preliminary development agreement for 102 10th Ave N, appointed new park and planning commissioners, and adopted a Juneteenth proclamation.

• Approved $88,000 budget amendment to hire two full‑time firefighters (5-0)
• Adopted first reading of ordinance amending backyard cottage regulations (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Development Agreement with Kaleidoscope – Brighter Living LLC for 102 10th Ave N (5-0)
• Appointed new Park Board and Planning & Zoning commissioners (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation commemorating Juneteenth on June 19, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including May 20 minutes and check ratifications (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission adopted its agenda and consent agenda, then closed a public hearing on a proposed backyard cottage development code amendment. The commission voted to approve a resolution recommending the City Council adopt the amendment, which would remove the exterior‑material matching requirement, reduce the setback to 10 feet, and increase the maximum floor area to 1,000 sq ft. All five voting members approved each action.

• Adopt agenda (5-0)
• Approve consent agenda, including March 25, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Close public hearing on backyard cottage amendment (5-0)
• Approve Planning & Zoning Resolution 2025-04 recommending City Council adopt backyard cottage amendment with design changes (5-0)

City Council

The council adopted the meeting agenda and a proclamation recognizing LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, including hanging Pride flags on Mainstreet. It approved a consent agenda covering minutes, temporary liquor licenses, business and liquor license renewals, a task force agreement, cannabis registration fees, and a parking lease. Finally, the council adopted Resolution 2025-039 authorizing the sale of $7,115,000 in General Obligation Bonds.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (Ayes: Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia; Nays: None)
• Adopted LGBTQIA+ Pride Month proclamation and flag display (Ayes: Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia; Nays: None)
• Approved consent agenda items: minutes of May 6, 2025; temporary liquor licenses for Hopkins Education Foundation, American Cancer Society, BPOE Lodge 2221; business license renewals (July 1 2025‑June 30 2026); liquor license renewals (July 1 2025‑June 30 2026); West Metro Task Force agreement; cannabis registration fees resolution; parking lease at 16 9th Avenue North (Ayes: Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia; Nays: None)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑039 authorizing $7,115,000 General Obligation Bond sale (Ayes: Garrido, Goodlund, Hanlon, Hunke, Kuznia; Nays: None)

Park Board

The board voted to adopt the meeting agenda with all five votes in favor. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned at 7:54 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the consent agenda, which included approval of minutes from the April 1 regular meeting, the April 8 special meeting, the April 8 closed meeting, and disbursements through April 25, 2025. All motions passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 1, 2025 regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 8, 2025 special meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 8, 2025 closed meeting (5-0)
• Approved disbursements through April 25, 2025 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Hopkins City Council adopted a charter amendment that changes the mayoral term from two to four years. It also approved a housing improvement fee, adopted the Central Park stormwater plan, and approved a micromobility sharing services license. Several proclamations and consent‑agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Adopted AAPI Heritage Month proclamation (unanimous 5-0)
• Adopted Bike Month proclamation (unanimous 5-0)
• Approved housing improvement fee resolution for Summit on 7 (unanimous 5-0)
• Adopted Central Park stormwater plan (unanimous 5-0)
• Approved charter amendment setting mayoral term to four years (4-1)
• Adopted charter amendment moving elections to even years (unanimous 5-0)
• Approved micromobility sharing services license agreement with Pheenix USH LLC DBA Spin (unanimous 5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including minutes, agreements, and licenses (unanimous 5-0)

City Council

The council adopted a resolution authorizing the sale of $7,645,000 in General Obligation Bonds (Series 2025A). It also accepted bids and awarded the Central Avenues street and utility improvements contract to RL Larson Excavating. Additionally, the council gave host approval for a $35 M healthcare revenue bond issue for Augustana Chapel View Homes and adopted a proclamation naming Hopkins "Paige Bueckers, Minnesota" for May 16, 2025.

• Adopted proclamation honoring Paige Bueckers and naming Hopkins Paige Bueckers, MN for May 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including temporary liquor licenses and staff agreements (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑026 adopting assessment roll for Central Avenues street and utility improvements (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025‑1226 establishing Summit on 7 Housing Improvement Area (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑030 giving host approval for $35 M healthcare revenue bonds for Augustana Chapel View Homes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolutions 2025‑027 and 2025‑028 accepting bids and awarding the Central Avenues contract to RL Larson Excavating (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑029 authorizing the sale of $7,645,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2025A (unanimous)

City Council

The council adopted the meeting agenda by a 5‑yes, 0‑no vote. The council discussed the Footprint Development concept plan, potential policy changes for mobile food units and sidewalk cafés, and revisions to the Code of Conduct policy, but no votes were recorded on those items. The HRA board selected a $480,000 cash offer for the property at 101 Oakwood Road. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting unanimously (5-0)
• HRA board selected $480,000 cash offer for 101 Oakwood Road

Charter Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the February 18, 2024 meeting. It adopted Resolution 2025-01 to amend Chapter 2 of the city charter and submit the amendment to voters. It also adopted Resolution 2025-02 to amend Chapter 4 of the charter and submit that amendment to voters. The meeting was adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

• Approved February 18, 2024 minutes (10-0, Hanneman absent)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-01 to amend Chapter 2 and submit to voters (10-0, Hanneman absent)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-02 to amend Chapter 4 and submit to voters (10-0, Hanneman absent)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:45 p.m. (10-0, Hanneman absent)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Hopkins Housing and Redevelopment Authority adopted its agenda and consent agenda. The consent agenda approved the minutes of the March 18, 2025 special meeting and authorized disbursements through March 10, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopt agenda – approved unanimously (5-0)
• Approve minutes of March 18, 2025 special meeting – approved unanimously (5-0)
• Approve disbursements through March 10, 2025 – approved unanimously (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting – adjourned unanimously (5-0)

City Council

The Hopkins City Council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025‑1225 to rezone the property at 100 Jackson Avenue North. The council also approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025‑1224 establishing a Hopkins Sustainable Building Policy and entered a Memorandum of Understanding with the Hopkins Historical Society regarding the Albert Pike Lodge at 907 Mainstreet. Additionally, the council adopted Arbor Day and Arab American Heritage Month proclamations and approved the consent agenda items, including prior meeting minutes and financial resolutions.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Arbor Day proclamation (5-0)
• Adopted Arab American Heritage Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, resolutions, checks) (5-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning ordinance 2025‑1225 for 100 Jackson Ave N (5-0)
• Approved first reading of sustainable building policy ordinance 2025‑1224 (5-0)
• Entered MOU with Hopkins Historical Society for Albert Pike Lodge at 907 Mainstreet (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission adopted its agenda and approved the consent agenda, including minutes from the February 25 meeting. It approved a resolution recommending the City Council rezoning 100 Jackson Avenue North from RX‑TOD to IX‑S. The commission also approved a recommendation for the City Council to adopt the Hopkins Sustainable Building Policy with a revised building size threshold of 10,000 sq ft. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned.

• Adopt agenda as amended (ayes: Miller, Montgomery, Wright, Terrill)
• Approve consent agenda, including Feb 25 minutes (ayes: Miller, Montgomery, Wright, Terrill)
• Close public hearing on 100 Jackson Avenue rezoning request (ayes: Miller, Montgomery, Wright, Terrill)
• Approve rezoning recommendation for 100 Jackson Avenue North (ayes: Montgomery, Wright, Terrill; abstain: Miller)
• Close public hearing on Sustainable Building Policy (ayes: Miller, Montgomery, Wright, Terrill)
• Approve Sustainable Building Policy recommendation with 10,000 sq ft size limit (ayes: Miller, Wright, Terrill; nay: Montgomery)
• Unanimously adjourn meeting (motion by Montgomery, second by Miller)

Park Board

The board adopted the meeting agenda after a motion by Lyksett, seconded by Flynn, with five votes in favor and none against. The board then approved the consent agenda, also with five ayes and no nays. The meeting was adjourned unanimously following a motion by Lyksett, seconded by Woodfill.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned unanimously