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Grant and Loan Opportunities Application Closes Today

The application period for three City funding programs closes today, June 28. The Hopkins Climate Solutions Fund offers incentives for residential and commercial projects to accelerate our transition to cleaner and more efficient energy. Projects awarded in the past have been solar panel installations, electric bike purchases, and weatherization improvements. The Façade Improvement Program is open to commercial property and business owners in Downtown Hopkins, between 7th Avenue and Shady Oak Road and 1st Street N and 1st Street S to apply for funding for façade revitalization projects that strengthen Mainstreet’s vitality. The Hopkins Small Business Loans are one-time forgivable, no-interest loans available to small businesses with brick-and-mortar facilities in the City, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. The grants may be used for publicly visible physical improvements to the exterior of buildings and improvements to increase ADA accessibility. Learn more about the programs. 

Absentee Voting Begins Today

Absentee voting for the August 13 Primary Election begins today. Absentee ballots will be available at City Hall Friday, June 28, through Monday, August 12, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. City Hall will be open extended hours for absentee voting on Saturday, August 10 (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and Monday, August 12 (open until 5 p.m.). Eligible voters may vote in-person at City Hall or by mail. To vote early by mail, request an absentee ballot by visiting mnvotes.org or by contacting City Hall. Find more information about elections in Hopkins.

National Night Out Party Registration Deadline is July 30

The Hopkins Police Department invites you to be part of National Night Out on Tuesday, August 6. Build community by starting in your own back (or front) yard. Your event doesn’t have to be elaborate—it can be as simple as lemonade and conversation with neighbors. Plan a National Night Out party on your block by Tuesday, July 30, at noon, by calling 952-548-6407 or registering online.

Meetings & Events

  • July 4 - City Offices Closed (Thursday garbage, organics, recycling and yard waste collection delayed one day)
  • July 9, 6:30 p.m. - City Council Meeting 

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