881k2007 Election Returns Incumbents To City Council
On November 6, 2007, voters reelected Gene Maxwell to a two-year term as mayor and Bruce Rowan to another four-year term on the City Council. Rick Brausen, who was appointed to the Council when former Council member Jay Thompson resigned in August, was elected to a four-year term. View complete official results. Just over 1,100 ballots were cast in the 2007 City election.
Snow & Hopkins: Important Reminders
Snow Emergencies
Snow Emergencies may be declared upon a two-inch snowfall. Parking restrictions will remain in effect until streets are plowed curb to curb and the parking lots and parking ramp are completely plowed.
If your vehicle is towed during a snow emergency, contact Matt’s Towing at 952-949-2385. Vehicles are released only to the registered owners. Owners need to bring proof of ownership, proof of insurance, and a valid driver’s license in order to claim their vehicles. Payment is accepted by cash, Visa, or MasterCard. No checks please. The impound lot is located at 8100 Excelsior Blvd in the west parking lot.
Minimum Towing Charges 2007/2008 Snow Season
- Regular truck towing with same day pick up – $103
- Flatbed towing with same day pick up – $113
- Additional daily storage – $28
Sidewalks
Hopkins residents are responsible for removing snow and ice from public sidewalks. Even a small snowfall can pose a safety hazard. Hopkins has an ordinance that mandates snow or ice be removed from sidewalks within 12 hours after a snowfall. This is necessary to ensure the safety of all people who use the sidewalks.
Remember—it is against State and City laws for individuals to plow, shovel, blow, or place snow onto streets, alleys, and boulevards (Hopkins City Code 800-01).
Fire Hydrants
While the Public Works Department and Fire Department try to clean snow from fire hydrants as soon as possible after a snowstorm, the City could use your help. Please consider adopting a fire hydrant close to your residence and keeping it clear of snow through the winter. If possible, hydrants should be cleared five feet on each side to give the Fire Department the quickest and best access. Thanks for your help.
The Hopkins Activity Center Giving Tree is accepting donations of the following items until December 13: mittens, caps, and scarves (infants, children and adult), toys (new, unwrapped toys for infant to children age 14), cash (to purchase needed holiday food and gifts for teens), food and toiletry items (non-perishable foods to help stock I.C.A.’s food shelves and put holiday food on the table of many families). They will also accept gifts for seniors such as household items (bath towels, bed blankets, electric fans, alarm clocks), recreation items (crossword puzzle books, books on tape, large print playing cards), and miscellaneous (hats & mittens, bath robes, herbal tea, billfolds, greeting cards).
Holiday Best Events At The Hopkins Activity Center
- Medicare Part D Presentation
Tuesday, December 4, 10:30 am
The 2008 Medicare Part D en-rollment period ends December 31, 2007. CVS Pharmacists will present information on Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage and answer your questions. Call to register. - Thrive Not Just Survive During the Holidays
Thursday, December 6, 10 am
Come and hear how to enjoy the holidays and manage the holiday blues. Relate Counseling will present information to help you make this holiday a happy season. Call to register. - Gingerbread Wonderland
December 10 - 20
Even Hansel and Gretel would find it hard to resist the fun gingerbread mini-mansions that will take shape at the Hopkins Activity Center this holiday season. These miniature cookie & candy mansions might be works of artistic wonder—you be the judge! See the Gingerbread Wonderland on display at the Hopkins Activity Center and vote for your favorite! - New Years Party
Thursday, December 27, 11 am
Ring in 2008! Hors d’oeuvres & sparkling punch, lunch, party hats, and door prizes. Call for reservations. $6
The Hopkins Activity Center is located at 33 14th Ave N, Hopkins. For more information or to register, call 952-939-1333.
Did you know that you could win $100 for helping get the word out about the Think Hopkins campaign? People displaying Think Hopkins bumper stickers or window clings that are spotted by marketing committee members are automatically entered into a drawing for $100! Two winners have been chosen so far, with more drawings to come in the following months. Get your Think Hopkins bumper sticker or window cling at City Hall, The Depot, Driskills Foods, Frame Design, and Hopkins Pavilion.
2007 Community Image Award Winners Announced
The 2007 Community Image Awards were presented at the City Council meeting on November 20. The awards are given annually to individuals and businesses that have made a visual improvement to their property or have demonstrated continued superior maintenance of their property, which in turn has a significant positive impact on the image of the city of Hopkins. Learn more about the winners.
Tues–Thurs refuse and recycling collection for the week of Dec 24 will take place Wed–Fri.
Tues–Thurs refuse collection for the week of Dec 31 will take place Wed–Fri.
