1999-022CITY OF HOPKINS
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 99-022
RESOLUTION CONCERNING ELDER HOMESTEAD
EXPANSION PROJECT
WHEREAS, the non-profit Volunteers of America is requesting expansion of the Elder Homestead
property on Fourth Street North in Minnetonka and abutting the City of Hopkins; and
WHEREAS, the City of Hopkins has concerns with regard to the operation and development of this site;
and
WHEREAS, the City of Hopkins wishes to bring these concerns to the attention of the Minntonka City
Council; and
WHEREAS, the current proposal for expansion does not improve upon currently inadequate parking and
loading facilities so as to reduce conflicts on Fourth Street North and Hilltop Park; and
WHEREAS, seven variances were allowed for the initial construction of this facility and an additional
two variances are necessary to allow the expansion; and
WHEREAS, the City of Hopkins wishes to improve storm water drainage within the abutting
neighborhood and has indicated a willingness to work with Elder Homestead and the City of Minnetonka
to resolve drainage concerns; and
WHEREAS, there is a need for pedestrian and bicycle considerations as part of this development plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Hopkins, Minnesota:
1. The City of Hopkins requests that the City of Minnetonka not approve the Elder Homestead
application in its current form; and
2. Requests that the City of Minnetonka consider the issues raised in this resolution as part of its
deliberations on the proposed expansion project.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Hopkins this 16th day of March 1999.
B
Y
Charles D. Redepenning, Mayor
Attest° t
e bermaier, City Clerk