Outdoor Ice Rink Season Extended Through February 27

Due to continued good winter weather and quality ice, the outdoor ice rink season will be extended through Sunday, February 27. Find more information about Hopkins/Minnetonka ice rinks.

Fifth Avenue S Closure Begins February 28

A full closure of 5th Avenue where it intersects the Southwest Light Rail corridor just south of Excelsior Boulevard is scheduled for Monday, February 28, through Friday, March 4, for the Metropolitan Council to perform freight rail repairs. Detour information can be found on the Metropolitan Council website. Contact Metropolitan Council Community Outreach Coordinator Nkongo Cigolo at 612-499-0489 with questions.

Organics Bingo Challenge Ends February 28

There is just over one week left to complete the Organics Bingo Challenge. Compete with friends and family to reduce waste and manage organics in ways that encourage behavior change. Winners will be entered into a drawing to win three boxes of BPI bags. Learn more about the Organics Bingo Challenge.

Recycling Webinar is February 28

The City of Hopkins is holding a a Municipal Solid Waste Recycling webinar geared towards multifamily housing on Monday, February 28, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The webinar will cover recycling basics including what materials are accepted and not accepted, where to find resources about properly managing waste, waste reduction, where recyclables go, and how to store recycling in tight spaces. All are welcome to attend to learn more about tips on improving recycling habits. Join the meeting February 28 via Zoom. Residents are also encourage to take a Solid Waste Recycling Survey to help the City improve recycling education in Hopkins.

Meetings & Events

February 21 - City Offices Closed (garbage & organics collection delayed one day)
February 22, 6:30 p.m. - Planning & Zoning Commission Work Session

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