IV.2. Minutes of the February 9, 2021 City Council Work Session ProceedingsHOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION PROCEEDINGS
FEBRUARY 9, 2021
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Hopkins City Council was
held on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall,
1010 1st Street South.
Mayor Gadd called the meeting to order with Council Members Beck, Brausen, Halverson
and Hunke attending. Others attending included City Manager Mornson, Assistant City
Manager Lenz, Director of Public Works Stadler, Director of Recreation O’Dea and Clerk
Domeier.
RECREATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT UPDATE
Recreation Services Director O’Dea provided an overview of programming, special
events, shady oak beach during 2020 and a look ahead at 2021.
Mayor Gadd thanked Mr. O’Dea and his team for their flexibility and making tough
choices during the pandemic. He questioned adding amenities on the trail system due
to the high usage. Mr. O’Dea stated that access to restrooms, pet needs and garbage
is important so assessing the needs will be assessed going forward. Council Member
Beck questioned if the team had a wish list. Mr. O’Dea stated having flexible space to
accommodate trends. Discussion ensued regarding programming for 2021 including
rec on the go and inclusion opportunities.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT UPDATE
Director of Public Works Stadler highlighted the upcoming priorities and challenges for
each area of the Public Works Department.
Discussion was held about diseased trees and disposal. Council Member Halverson
questioned how residents can obtain the explore parks information. Mr. Stadler stated
the information is available online, social media, and copies are available at City Hall.
Mayor Gadd asked Mr. Stadler to talk more about the equipment maintenance process.
Council Member Brausen thanked the department for all their work during festivals and
unexpected snowfalls and emergencies. Mr. Brausen requested to talk about the Albert
Pike Lodge and Art Center in the future. Discussion was held about organics recycling,
street maintenance and the future of Blake Road.
OTHER
City Manager Mornson reviewed the possible schedule and items for upcoming agendas.
Mayor Gadd stated that the next regular meeting will be on February 16 at 7 p.m.
HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION PROCEEDINGS
FEBRUARY 9, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further information to come before the City Council and upon a motion
by Brausen, second by Hunke, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 7:48 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
ATTEST:
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Jason Gadd, Mayor
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Amy Domeier, City Clerk