Alarm Registration and Renewals Due by December 31

Individuals and businesses are required to register their burglar and fire alarm systems.  This annual registration allows the police and fire departments to keep more up-to-date records on alarm holders and important keyholder information. The fee is $30 for fire alarm systems and $30 for police alarm systems (panic, burglary, duress, medical, holdup). New to Hopkins? Need to renew your alarm system registration? Fill out the online Alarm User Permit form or call City Hall at 952-548-6300 for a paper copy of the application. Permits are required to be renewed annually before December 31. Find more information about alarm registration.

Fire Department Seeking Part-Time Firefighters

The Hopkins Fire Department is looking for experienced firefighters who have already met the state requirements for Firefighter I, Firefighter II, EMT and HAZMAT Ops to supplement the department’s needs for part-time duty crew staffing. Part-time firefighters must work four eight-hour shifts and attend two trainings per month. This position is eligible for PERA Coordinated or PERA Police/Fire, based on preference. Learn more and apply online. 

Broken Lights? Don't Toss Them!

Don’t throw those broken or unwanted holiday lights in the trash! Instead bring them to Hopkins Public Works. All stringed lights and electrical cords are accepted, including extension cords, phone cords and computer cables. Hopkins Public Works is located at 11100 Excelsior Boulevard. 

Depot Coffee House Hours Changes

Beginning in January 2023, the Depot Coffee House will be reducing hours for the winter season. The Coffee House will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. only. Coffee operations will resume normal hours on May 1. The Depot’s primary mission is to provide a chemical-free environment for students and youth in the Hopkins community. The facility will be open Thursday and Friday nights to serve its mission. Contact 952-548-6330 with questions. 

2023 Parking Permits Now Available

Parking permits for 2023 are now available for purchase online. Find more information about parking in Downtown Hopkins and purchase a permit on the City of Hopkins website.

Meetings & Events

• January 2 - City Offices Closed (garbage, organics and recycling collection delayed one day)
• January 3, 6:30 p.m. - City Council Meeting (preliminary agenda)

Quick Links

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