City Council - Regular Meeting

Proclamation Celebrating March as Women's History Month in Hopkins; Casella

Women's History Month is celebrated annually in March, with the 2026 national theme being "Women Shaping a Sustainable Future." Women have played an important role in shaping policies, businesses, education, healthcare, science, and civic life and the City wishes to recognize the diverse women whose work in sustainability, conservation, and public service to create a healthier and more just future for all. Tonight, City staff would like to celebrate Women's History Month and to recognize the heritage of women in scientific fields. With support from women like Brooke Roper, a climate storyteller who worked with the City as a part of the recent Hopkins Climate Solutions Plan, the City is striving to be a leader in sustainable problem solving and planning for the benefit of all residents.

Approval of Minutes of February 17, 2026, Regular Meeting Proceedings; Domeier

Approval of Extension of On-Sale Liquor License for LTD Brewing LLC DBA LTD Brewing Co.; Domeier

LTD submitted a request to extend their on-sale liquor license for their anniversary event. The event and liquor sales will be located within their parking lot and extended into 8th Avenue and Lot 600. The liquor service will be 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. Staff have reviewed the request to ensure that all requirements and issues concerning liquor compliance and public safety have been met.

Approval of Temporary Liquor License for LTD Brewing LLC DBA LTD Brewing Co.; Domeier

LTD submitted has applied for a temporary liquor license for their anniversary event. The liquor sales will be located within their parking lot and extended into 8th Avenue and Lot 600. The liquor service will be 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. Temporary on-sale liquor licenses must be approved by the State of Minnesota, Alcohol & Gambling Enforcement Division. Brewers who manufacture less than 3,500 barrels of malt liquor in a year are permitted by state statute to apply for temporary liquor licenses for events to sell liquor without applying for a full-year liquor license. The applicant meets the requirements set for by State Statute to obtain a temporary liquor license. Staff has reviewed the request to ensure that all requirements and issues concerning liquor compliance and public safety have been met.

Approval of Temporary Liquor License for American Legion 320 DBA John Wilbur Moore Post; Domeier

The Legion has applied for a temporary on-sale liquor license for their Raspberry Festival events. The liquor service will be 8 a.m. to 1 a.m. on their patio and parking lot. Temporary on-sale liquor licenses must be approved by the State of Minnesota, Alcohol & Gambling Enforcement Division. The applicant meets the requirements set for by State Statute to obtain a temporary liquor license. Staff have reviewed the request to ensure that all requirements and issues concerning liquor compliance and public safety have been met.

Approval of Appointments to the Hopkins Public Art Advisory Committee; Needham

The Hopkins Public Art Advisory Committee was formed in 2013 in order to support the implementation of the City of Hopkins Public Art Policies and Procedures. The objectives of public art are to create meaningful cultural experiences, attract new people to Hopkins, and showcase artwork that reflects creativity, stimulates discussion, honors the City's history and/or reflects the character of diversity of Hopkins. Mandy Pedigo and Dustin Pavek have reapplied for another term, which would extend their terms until March 31, 2029. Staff on the committee may change based on workload and capacity.

Ratify Checks Issued in February, 2026; Bishop

MOTION TO Ratify Checks issued between January 30, 2026 and February 20, 2026 with numbers 141459 thru 141737 for total distribution of 2,184,541.02. The checks issues, along with the purpose for those payments are attached for your review. The check registers and detail of those checks can be reviewed at any time in the Finance Department.