2022-028 Resolution Authorizing Spending of American Rescue Plan Act Funds CITY OF HOPKINS
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 2022-028
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SPENDING OF
AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT FUNDS
WHEREAS, since the first case of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) was discovered in the
United States in January 2020, the disease has infected over 32 million and killed over 575,000
Americans. The disease has impacted every part of life: as social distancing became a necessity,
businesses closed, schools transitioned to remote education, travel was sharply reduced, and
millions of Americans lost their jobs;
WHEREAS, as a result of the Pandemic cities have been called on to respond to the needs of
their communities through the prevention, treatment, and vaccination of COVID-19.
WHEREAS, city revenues, businesses and nonprofits in the city have faced economic impacts
due to the Pandemic.
WHEREAS, Congress adopted the American Rescue Plan Act in March 2021 (ARPA) which
included $65 billion in recovery funds for cities across the country.
WHEREAS, ARPA funds are intended to provide support to state, local, and tribal governments
in responding to the impact of COVID-19 and in their efforts to contain COVID-19 in their
communities, residents, and businesses.
WHEREAS, $2,018,224 has been allocated to the City of Hopkins (City) through ARPA.
WHEREAS, the City, in response to the Pandemic, has had expenditures and anticipates future
expenditures consistent with the Department of Treasury's ARPA guidance.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Hopkins, that:
1. The City will hire one additional police officer beginning on 1/1/2023 through
12/31/2024. The estimated cost is $260,000.
2. The City will develop programs centered on mental health and community safety. The
City authorizes up to $240,000 to be used for this programming.
3. The City will hire one additional planner beginning on 7/1/2022 through 12/31/2024. The
estimated cost is $275,000.
4. The City will develop economic development or grant programs. The City authorizes up
to $225,000 for this programming.
5. The City will allocate a portion of ARPA funds to address revenue loss for Arts Center
Fund($318,224), Depot Fund($35,000), Parking Fund($15,000) and Pavilion Fund
($250,000).
6. The City will hold the remaining$400,000 in its ARPA special revenue fund until its best
use is determined.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Hopkins this 5`h day of April, 2022.
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Amy Domeier, City Clerk