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HOPKINS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Tuesday, September 12, 2023 6:30 pm THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE UNTIL THE START OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING I. CALL TO ORDER II. ADOPT AGENDA III. PRESENTATIONS 1. Introduction and Oath of Office for Police Officers; Johnson/Domeier IV. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Second Reading: Ordinance 2023-1198 Amending Chapter 102 of the City Code Regarding Attached Garage Setbacks for new Construction in N3-B Zones; Howard V. PUBLIC HEARINGS VI. OLD BUSINESS VII. NEW BUSINESS 1. Hopkins Center for the Arts and Stages Theatre Company Lease Agreement; Lenz 2. Review 2024 General Fund Budget and Tax Levy; Bishop 3. Second Quarter Financial Report; Bishop VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS • Next City Council Regular Meetings: September 19 at 6:30 p.m. X. ADJOURN  Police Department Administration Department CITY OF HOPKINS Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members Mike Mornson, City Manager From: Brent Johnson, Police Chief Amy Domeier, City Clerk Date: September 12, 2023 Subject: Introduction and Oath of Office for Police Officers _____________________________________________________________________ PURPOSE Introduction of new police officers and oath ceremony. INFORMATION Police Chief Johnson will introduce Hopkins Police Officers Alex Malmstedt and Prince Yeber. Following Mr. Johnson’s presentation, City Clerk Domeier will issue the Oath of Office to the officers. Together we will thank the new officers for maintaining our commitment to excellence to Inspire, Educate, Involve and Communicate. FUTURE ACTION N/A  Planning and Economic Development Department CITY OF HOPKINS City Council Report 2023-094 To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members Mike Mornson, City Manager From: Kurt Howard, Planner Date: September 12, 2023 Subject: Second Reading: Ordinance 2023-1198 Amending Chapter 102 of the City Code Regarding Attached Garage Setbacks for new Construction in N3-B Zones _____________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDED ACTION MOTION TO Adopt for Second Reading, Ordinance 2023-1198, Amending Chapter 102 of the City Code Regarding Attached Garage Setbacks for New Construction in N3-B Zones OVERVIEW No changes have been made to the Ordinance since the September 5 first reading. SUPPORTING INFORMATION • Ordinance 2023-1198 • Planning & Zoning Commission Resolution 2023-012  CITY OF HOPKINS HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA ORIDNANCE 2023-1198 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 102 OF THE HOPKINS CITY CODE REGARDING ATTACHED GARAGES FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION IN N3-B ZONES THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOPKINS HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. Hopkins City Code, Part III, Chapter 102, Article 2, Section 102-260 (d), is hereby amended by adding the double-underlined language as follows: 102-260 (d) Parking & Accessory Structure. See Figure 260-B Off alley; if no alley, one off Driveway 9 side street; if no side street, Access front street 10 ft. min. 30 ft. min. [1] The standards for the N3-A zone Attached from main from main apply to properties in the N3-B zone Garage: 10 principal principal that are not served by an improved Additional building's building's front alley. Setback front facade façade[1] [2] [3] [2] Additions to existing attached garages on properties in the N3-B zone that are not served by an improved alley are permitted to be built to the same setback as the existing garage. [3] For new construction on vacant lots in the N3-B zone that are not served by an improved alley, attached garages may project in front of the Allowed Any facade; main principal building’s front façade Rear, side, Garage 30% max of by a max. of 12 ft. under the following 11 side street Door front conditions: façade [1] Location facade width • The width of the garage is limited to max. of 22 ft. • The size of the garage door is limited to a max. of 16 ft. in width and 9 ft. in height • A min. of 10% of the garage door must be transparent • A covered porch at least 5 ft. in  depth must extend across the entire width of the habitable portion of the main principal building's front façade SECTION 2. Hopkins City Code, Part III, Chapter 102, Article 2, Section 102-16160, is hereby amended by adding the double-underlined language as follows: NEW CONSTRUCTION. Construction of a new building or other structure on a vacant lot where no building or other structure exists, including any accessory structure. SECTION 3. In accordance with Section 3.03 of the City Charter and Minn. Stat. § 412.191, subd. 4, due to the significant length of this Ordinance, City staff shall have the following summary printed in the official City newspaper in lieu of the complete ordinance: On September 12, 2023, the Hopkins City Council adopted Ordinance 2023-1198 an Ordinance Amending Chapter 102 of the Hopkins City Code to allow additions to attached garages on properties in the N3-B zone that are not served by an improved alley to be built to the same setback as the existing garage. The ordinance also allows new construction on vacant lots in the N3-B zone that are not served by an improved alley to have attached garages that project up to 12 feet in front of the principal building’s front façade with certain conditions. A printed copy of the ordinance is available for inspection during regular business hours at Hopkins City Hall and is available online at the City’s web site located at www.hopkinsmn.com. SECTION 3. The effective date of this ordinance shall be September 21, 2023. First Reading: September 5, 2023 Second Reading: September 12, 2023 Date of Publication: September 21, 2023 Date Ordinance Takes Effect: September 21, 2023 By:___________________________ Patrick Hanlon, Mayor ATTEST: _______________________________ Amy Domeier, City Clerk  Administration CITY OF HOPKINS City Council Report 2023-089 To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members Mike Mornson, City Manager From: Ari Lenz, Assistant City Manager Lynn Anderson, HCA Executive Director Date: September 12, 2023 Subject: Hopkins Center for the Arts and Stages Theatre Company Lease Agreement _____________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDED ACTION MOTION TO approve lease agreement with Stages Theatre Company. OVERVIEW The attached agreement would enter into a lease agreement with Stages Theatre Company for use of portions of the Hopkins Center for the Arts from September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2028 with an optional 5 year extension to 2032. The recommended agreement comes after a year of negotiations with Stages regarding lease renewal. The lease is similar to previous leases between the partners but recognizes a change in market value, capital and operational costs associated with the facility since the last negotiations in 2011. Major revisions to the lease include: • Reduction of the number of weeks in the theatre from 40 to 36 weeks starting in 2024 (Stages has agreed to pay the same amount annually despite the reduction of hours). This will allow the Center more opportunity to rent the theatre (the most valuable rental space in the facility) to the public and estimated market value of up to $35,000- $50,000 per year; • Adjusting the inflation rate to 3.0% for the first five years and then 3.25% in optional extension years. • Adding a percentage ticket fee starting in 2025 of 3.0% and increasing the fee to 4.0% in the optional extension years. A conservative estimate of annual ticket sales at the 3.0% amount for $750,000, which would $22,500 per year. The City currently supports the Hopkins Center for the Arts, similar to all of our other facilities. The negotiated revisions to the lease are an improvement and should allow for a reduced level of subsidy going forward. The exact amounts of the subsidy over the next 10 years are not currently definable due to the unknown of the ticket fee revenue and capital costs. Staff expects them to stay in line with the current subsidy the Center works under for operations (with inflationary increases) and capital costs for larger projects such as the roof will need to be paid for as part of the City’s Capital Improvement Plan. Background of the Hopkins Center for the Arts Since the inception of the Hopkins Center for the Arts, the City of Hopkins and Stages Theatre Company (then Child’s Play Theatre) have partnered along side the Hopkins School District on creating a space to: • Provide people of all ages and diverse backgrounds with opportunities to participate in the arts; • Using the arts for community development, economic growth and bringing vitality to Mainstreet; • Offering an opportunity for community groups to host space for events and activities. In 2017 New Creative Minnesota did a study reviewing the economic impact of arts on the local economy and found arts and culture organizations contribute over $11 million annually to Hopkins and served over 250,000 people, a large portion of the economic impact comes from our partnership with Stages. The original lease agreement with Stages (Child’s Play Theatre) was signed in 1997, with a renewal in 2011. The City currently has an additional lease agreement with Hopkins Public Schools renewed in 2017 to 2027. Representatives from Stages will be present at the meeting and give a brief update to Council about their work. SUPPORTING INFORMATION • Proposed Lease Agreement  EXHIBITE Hopkins Center for the Arts Alcohol Policy MOPKIr S C E N T [ ij O R T H E l!!- ALCOHOL POLICY All renting organizations/individuals distributing and/or consuming alcohol in the Hopkins Center for the Arts must comply with and abide by all Federal, State and Municipal laws and ordinances. The City of Hopkins requires that only approved providers serve alcohol at Hopkins Center for the Arts (list below as of 7/2023. Updated list available .from Rental office): Cream & Amber 1605 Mainstreet Hopkins, MN 55343 Phone: 952-595-5640 Thirty Bales 1106 Mainstreet Hopkins, MN 55343 Phone:952-930-0369 Wild Boar Bar and Grill 1022 Mainstreet Hopkins, MN 55343 Phone: 952-3 78-1693 Alcohol must stay in the designated rental space. The Rental Organization/Individual will be responsible for making sure its guests follow this policy. When alcohol is being served, there is an additional hourly charge for a second staff person. The Hopkins Center for the Arts will designate and arrange this service from the time the distribution of alcohol begins until the end of the event. The renting organization/Individual will directly pay the Arts Center at the hourly rate of $35 per hour, minimum four hours, per additional staff person. The Hopkins Center for the Arts reserves the right to determine the number and placement of the personnel. A damage deposit of $200 required for renting organizations/Individuals will be waived for Stages Theatre Company events. Alcoholic beverage service will end no later than 11:30 p.m. Alcohol policy may be edited at any time at the discretion ofHopkins Center for the Arts and/or the City of Hopkins. 4881-5189-0801, V. 2 23 DOCSOPEN-HP l 45-94-892402.v3-8/3 l/23  Finance Department CITY OF HOPKINS Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members Mike Mornson, City Manager From: Nick Bishop, Finance Director Date: September 12, 2023 Subject: Review 2024 General Fund Budget and Tax Levy _____________________________________________________________________ PURPOSE To provide input and guidance for the 2024 General Fund Budget and Tax levy. A preliminary levy must be adopted by September 30th. INFORMATION The City Council reviewed draft versions of the 2024 General Fund Budget and Tax Levy on July 18th and August 15th. Council’s direction was to continue to review and look for options to reduce the tax levy. 2024 General Fund Budget Staff has worked to put together a 2024 General Fund Budget that meets the needs of the community and maintains service levels. The 2024 General Fund Budget being presented includes the following additions: • Increased I.T. costs for Police needs - $165,000 o Estimated annual subscription/service fees for a new Record Management System o Enhanced security measures mandated by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) - $100,000 o Allocation to meet Financial Investment and Human Capital goals to be developed through the Equity Strategic Action Plan (ESAP) o Information on the City’s ongoing DEI work and ESAP is here: https://www.hopkinsmn.com/581/Race-Equity • Maintenance Worker for Forestry/Parks Division - $60,000 o The start date would be delayed until 5/1/2024 o Budget request from Public Works Director is attached  • Transfer to Depot/ACE Program - $40,000 increase, 60,000 total o The preliminary budget for the Depot Fund includes a $60,000 contribution from the City of Minnetonka, $50,000 from Hopkins Schools and $19,500 from Three Rivers Park District. o Youth Workforce Development “The ACE Program” overview is attached The draft budget presented on July 18th included amounts for sustainability initiatives and a Fire Captain position. Both items are still funded in 2024 and will be paid out of separate funds. On September 5th, City Council approved the first readings for two ordinances increasing gas and electric franchise fees. The ordinances would increase fees collected by the City. The 2024 General Fund Revenue budget adds $50,000 of franchise fees to help offset the tax levy. The General Fund budget will decrease its fund balance by $400,000. Revenues are set at $18,021,803, a $833,363 or 4.85% increase from 2023. Expenditures are set at $18,421,803, a $1,233,363 or 7.18% increase from 2023. The tax levy to support this budget is $14,426,326 a $490,545 or 3.52% increase from 2023. Capital Levy There will be no capital levy in 2024. The capital improvement fund will use a $427,650 transfer related to a 2021 General Fund surplus to fund projects in 2024. Projects include Activity Center Flooring, Building Automation Systems at City Hall, Police and Fire stations, HVAC at Fire Station and roof replacement in the parking ramp. Arts Center Levy The Arts Center Levy will be set at $345,000, a reduction of $31,467. The Arts Center has made significant progress on eliminating the deficit owed to the General Fund through cost savings and ARPA funding. It would continue to work towards that goal in 2024, but at a reduced rate. Pavilion Levy The Pavilion Levy will be set at $440,000 in 2024. The majority of the levy ($340,000) will provide for debt service payments related to the 2018 remodel project. The remaining amounts will be used for the replacements of a water heater, entrance doors and flooring. Equipment Replacement Levy The equipment levy will be set at $360,000 and rely on reserves to fund purchases in 2024. The projected fund balance at the end of 2024 is $743,627, a $369,641 decrease. Permanent Improvement Levy There will be no permanent improvement levy in 2024. This levy has been used to fund street lighting upgrades and was proposed as a source to repair or replace fencing along Excelsior Blvd. These projects will be deferred. Burnes Park Debt Service Levy The 2017 project was funded through the issuance of general obligation bonds over a 15-year period with the final payment occurring in 2033. Debt service payments have been paid with both tax levy and park franchise fees. The preliminary levy uses $53,859 of park franchise fees for this purpose and reduces the debt levy by the same amount. 2024 Tax Levy The 2024 Tax Levy has been prepared based on debt service needs, preliminary ERP/CIP documents and initial budgets for special revenue funds. The total tax levy is $19,678,939, this is a $912,715 or 4.86% increase from 2023. Based on preliminary tax capacity information, city taxes on a median value home ($369,300) would be $2,187, which is a $1 or 0.1% decrease from 2023. HRA Levy The City must also pass a preliminary HRA/EDA tax levy by September 30th. There are levy limits based on 0.01850% of the City’s estimated market value. The market value used for the 2024 levy is $2,680,917,000, resulting in a maximum levy of $497,414 which would be an increase of $45,883 or 10.16% from 2023. FUTURE ACTION A preliminary levy must be adopted by September 30th of each year. The preliminary levy will be the maximum allowable amount for 2024 and can only be reduced. A final levy must be adopted by December 31st of each year at or below the preliminary levy amount. A Truth and Taxation hearing is planned for Monday, December 4th. The final levy is planned to be approved at the December 5th City Council Meeting.  City of Hopkins Proposed General Fund Revenue Budget September 12, 2023 For the Year Ending December 31, 2024 % Increase Department 2023 Budget 2024 Budget (Decrease) Property Taxes 14,020,781 14,511,326 3.50% Intergovernmental Revenue Local Government Aid 925,794 1,081,012 Intergovernmental Revenue - Other 705,000 797,000 Total Intergovernmental Revenue 1,630,794 1,878,012 15.16% Licenses, Permits & Fines Court Fines & Penalties 176,000 176,000 Building Permits & Inspections 557,000 563,000 Inspection Fines & Citations 3,000 3,000 City Clerk - Business Licenses 8,000 8,900 PD - Liquor, Animal Licenses & Penalties 101,800 101,800 Fire - Licenses & Permits 4,000 4,000 Public Works - Licenses & Permits 19,415 19,615 Planning & Zoning - Licenses & Permits 1,000 2,000 Total Licenses, Permits & Fines 870,215 878,315 0.93% Charges for Service Finance Department 5,500 5,500 Assessing 3,000 3,000 Inspections 175,450 175,450 Police 35,000 35,000 Fire 10,500 10,500 Public Works 3,150 3,150 Activity Center 94,300 118,500 Total Charges for Service 326,900 351,100 7.40% Miscellaneous Revenue Franchise Fees 296,200 346,200 Miscellaneous 20,250 25,250 Finance Department 3,000 3,000 Police 500 500 Fire 3,500 3,500 Public Works 5,300 10,600 Activity Center 11,000 14,000 Total Miscellaneous 339,750 403,050 18.63% Total Revenues 17,188,440 18,021,803 4.85%  City of Hopkins Proposed General Fund Expenditure Budget September 12, 2023 For the Year Ending December 31, 2024 % Increase Department 2023 Budget 2024 Budget (Decrease) City Council 105,851 133,032 25.68% Administrative Services 502,931 564,399 12.22% Information Technology 483,570 650,365 34.49% Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 33,530 133,530 298.24% Finance 744,883 724,979 -2.67% Legal 225,000 250,000 11.11% Municipal Building 380,832 416,207 9.29% City Clerk 245,466 322,770 31.49% Inspections 1,062,119 1,173,086 10.45% Police 6,958,766 7,129,993 2.46% Fire 1,633,390 1,709,791 4.68% Public Works 3,632,027 3,899,510 7.36% Recreation 306,993 276,441 -9.95% Activity Center 486,192 554,995 14.15% Planning & Zoning 170,842 224,193 31.23% Community Development 126,848 129,312 1.94% Tuition Reimbursement 19,200 19,200 0.00% Contingency 50,000 50,000 0.00% Transfer to Depot/ACE Program 20,000 60,000 200.00% Total Expenditures 17,188,440 18,421,803 7.18%  City of Hopkins Proposed Tax Levy September 12, 2023 For the Year Ending December 31, 2024 Actual Proposed % Increase Purpose FY2023 FY2024 (Decrease) General Operations General Fund 13,935,781 14,426,326 3.52% Capital Levy - - 0.00% Arts Center 347,697 345,000 -0.78% Pavilion Fund 340,000 440,000 29.41% Equipment Replacement 250,000 360,000 100.00% Permanent Improvement - - 0.00% Total General Operations 14,873,478 15,571,326 4.69% Debt Levy 3,892,746 4,107,613 5.52% Total Levy 18,766,224 19,678,939 4.86%  City of Hopkins 2024 Operating Budget Request Budget Request Title: Additional Maintenance Worker Position Forestry/Parks Department: Public Works Division: Forestry Contact Person: Chuck Autio Duration: One-Time On-Going Type: New Service or Program Item Description: Add one full time Maintenance Worker to the Forestry Division. Performing work related to planting, maintaining, and/or clearing trees in the City's public and right- of-way spaces; inspecting public/private trees for diseases that City Ordinance requires, and taking required actions. Item Justification: Allow our City Forester more time to complete administrative work for city's diseased trees such as, Emerald Ash Borer(EAB), grant recording, tree inspections, coordinating outside resources for tree and stump removals, tree plantings, and responding to resident and buisnesses concerns about their trees. Currently the crew has two employees the City Forestery Lead (Forester) and one maintenance worker. With the additional employee this would allow the Forester to still assist with the forestry work, but have the freedom to work on all the other administrative work he must accomplish. Estimated Cost: $90,000 Estimated Revenue (if any): Impact on Stakeholders: This new postion will allow our City Forester to free up from the crew to do the (Individuals involved in our administrative work involved with the EAB grants information, coordinating work, businesses, residents, outside resources to assist with the tree and stump removals, planting of new visitors or other departments) trees, and assisting the residents and buisnesses within the city. Impact on Personnel: Adding one Forestry position will allow our City Forester time to handle the (Please describe any administrative work involved with the working on the EAB grant information, personnel changes associated coordinating outside resources to assist with the tree and stump removals, with this request) planting of new trees, and assisting the residents and buisnesses within the city. Impact on IT: None required. (Please describe any implementation requirements, necessary software or ongoing support) How does the item relate to The Forestry Division supports the programs and infrastructure that create safe the City' s Mission and Vision? vibrant spaces, support exceptional neighborhoods, parks, and improve safe opportunities to be out and involved in the community. How does the item relate to With the emergence of Emerald Ash Borer(EAB) in the past few years,the the City' s Goals? Forestry Division has been overwhelmed with deseased trees and their removal,creating a loss of mature tree canopy This additional support for the Forestry/Parks Division is necessary to maintain the physical assets that support these goals as well as support of the arts, events, and engagement of our residents. Other Information or Comments:  Youth Workforce Development The ACE Program Need for Young Adult Workforce Development Since early 2022, the City of Hopkins, the Hopkins Race and Equity Initiative and the Hopkins School District have been exploring the ways that young adults, specifically those who face barriers to employment, can have greater access to jobs and career exploration (see full workforce report). For students with barriers to employment in the Hopkins School District, there currently is a gap for this type of programming or service. Most programs offered are aimed at providing career exploration for high-achieving students rather than those currently underserved who would benefit most from additional career mentorship and opportunities. Programs like BrookLynk and Step Up have had great success in building programming to bridge this gap. However, youth in our area are not eligible to participate due to the location-based eligibility restrictions. Data from both Hennepin County and other non-profits like the Opportunity Atlas, further illustrate the need for young adult work force programming for residents of our communities. For communities of color, and low-income youth data shows they are currently positioned to earn less than their peers over their lifetimes. Early work exposure, paid jobs, and workforce training is a proven method to helping reduce this disparity and lead to higher employment rates and future wages. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development has found that, “The number one predictor of future successes in the workforce is early exposure to work experience.” Public Sector Hiring Challenges For many communities, the current public sector workforce is not reflective of diversity in their community or the region. While these positions often offer high wages, excellent benefits and the opportunity for stable careered employment they may also have unique and complex hiring and/or licensing processes that might deter candidates. Beyond that, many candidates simply not know about the vast array of positions within a city that might align with their interest or have the mentorship connections to navigate entry into the field. Additionally, many cities are finding themselves plagued by tight job market conditions, especially in careers like law enforcement, where hiring chas been increasingly difficult. Cities can work to reduce disparities and diversify their workforce through providing young adults exploratory job experiences through internships and other programming. This can be an excellent way to recruit and build for cadet/trainee style programs. Without the location-based restriction, the ACE program also serves as a recruitment platform for departments.  ACE Program Now in its second year, the ACE Program provides young adults ages 14-24 with resume-building professional experience through an internship with the cities of Hopkins or Minnetonka. The program provides young adults with: • Career exploration in public service (with future goal to scale and include private business partners) • Competitive wages of $16/hour • Development of a professional network and coaching from supervisors and mentors • Focused program on youth with barriers to employment or underserved communities in the workforce (see eligibility criteria). Regional Youth Advisory Board The City of Hopkins, Minnetonka, Three Rivers Park District, and Hopkins Public Schools have partnered on the Depot Youth Advisory Board (YAB) for the past 25 years. The YAB is comprised of 15 youth (ages 18 and under) and up to 5 adult members (ages 18+), who meet weekly on Fridays to plan youth-focused events such as study and art nights, concerts and move nights, and oversee the operations of the Depot. The Depot serves as a chemical-free, youth-centered space for young adults to gather, events in the facility have ranged from weekly study nights to Queer prom and concerts). Similar successful programs run effectively through empowering youth with decision-making abilities, leadership development and community building. These opportunities can be a powerful opportunity to combat isolation, anxieties and lead to resilient youth who are ready to be our future leaders. While many communities find programing for ages 14-24 to be challenging, the YAB has shown for nearly three decades that when youth have a voice at the table, they can thrive in creating meaningful, relevant programming for their peers. Looking ahead and with the consideration to merge the two programs (ACE program with the YAB) as well as add additional partners, the program would shift into a regional board, with each partner community having one to two members appointed by the YAB to the board. Current membership comes from Hopkins High School students, there is also the opportunity to engage youth board and commission members though more meaningful leadership and connections. Finances and Support Needed Staffing Successful operation of these programs requires at least one permanent full-time position with a continuous funding source, as well as larger supervisory oversight and technical support (Payroll, IT, Finance). This position would support the Youth Advisory Board and its associated events and programming as well as provide support for the ACE program year-round, including youth recruitment, employer engagement and seeking, securing, and managing grants. Additionally, we would hire one seasonal positional to work concurrently with the youth workforce internship season. This position would provide additional capacity and support to youth interns and their supervisors. Physical Location/ Youth Center Currently, the YAB utilizes The Depot, a space provided through a lease agreement between the City of Hopkins and Three Rivers Park District. Three Rivers Park District provides capital maintenance as part of their contribution to the YAB, and it is assumed it will remain a home for youth-led and focused programming. Through partnership with other communities, it would be a welcome addition to the program for the YAB up to being able to provide programming opportunities at other facilities (Williston, Royal Athletic Center, Rec Center/ Aquatic Center). Continued business operation of the Depot is still a desire of the Hopkins City Council and the community. Staff are working on a request for services to find a private business partner to operate a food or beverage serving operation in the space that still allows for use of the space for the YAB and their events. Funding The goal is for all communities to financially participate in supporting both the ACE Program and the YAB, while also continuing to seek the many grants available for youth-focused work. While there are many grant sources available for youth workforce development, most of these grants are focused funding direct-to-youth wages and other needs associated a youth workforce program. Currently, the City of Hopkins receives funding from the United Way, and in the past has received funding from Hennepin County to support wages of interns in the ACE Program. In addition to other duties, the full-time position, along with support from City staff, would be to continue to research and apply for grants to support the program. Ideally, grant funds would also support a part-time, seasonal position to assist with administration. Next Steps The City of Hopkins is looking for your community to join us in this work to support youth and young adults across our communities. While there have been informal conversations about what this may look like, we are asking that you consider making a 2024 budget request of $60,000 to join us as both partner in the YAB and the ACE Program. This amount would help fund staff and programming costs related to both programs. We would like to know if this is of interest to your organization or if you need more information by July 31, 2023, to help with our own budget plans. Any questions about this program can be directed to Ari Lenz, Assistant City Manager.  Finance Department CITY OF HOPKINS Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members Mike Mornson, City Manager From: Nick Bishop, Finance Director Date: September 12, 2023 Subject: Second Quarter Financial Report _____________________________________________________________________ A full presentation of second quarter operating results will be given at the City Council meeting.