AGENDA CAPTION:
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Discuss and consider appointments to the Hopkins City Center/New City Hall Steering Committee; and provide direction to Staff.
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Meeting date: July 7, 2026
Department: City Manager's Office
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Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: On June 16, 2026, City Council provided direction to open the application period and bring back the appointment of members to this Steering Committee on the July 7 Council agenda.
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? Environment & Resource Protection - Choose an item.
? Housing + Neighborhoods - Choose an item.
? Land Use + Community Design and Character - Choose an item.
? Parks & Public Spaces + Health, Safety & Wellness - Choose an item.
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Background Information:
There are currently two vacancies on the Hopkins City Center/New City Hall Steering Committee. One of the vacancies is the representative of the Downtown Association. We have been notified that Jean Baggett has been recommended for appointment to this committee.
The second vacancy is due to the resignation of a member that was nominated in 2024 by former Council Member Saul Gonzales. At the time of appointment each Council Member was able to appoint two members of the community to this Steering Committee. Discussion at the June 16 Council m...
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