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The Historical Commission has hired an intern who has been collecting information <br />about the Hopkins Schoolhouse. The Commission will evaluate and make recommendations <br />concerning the future of the Schoolhouse. The intern has established a social media presence for <br />the Commission and has made significant progress in cataloging the city's history. Much of this <br />historical information is being made more available to the public and is being organized in a <br />searchable format. The Historical Commission would also like to attract additional members. <br />In the spring, the Historical Commission will request a join workshop with the City Council to <br />discuss the Hopkins Schoolhouse. <br />The Beautification Subcommittee has been established and has been making <br />recommendations on entry signs, landscaping, monuments, and other items to improve the city's <br />appearance. New landscaping was installed within the Hwy 61/CSAH 4 roundabout in 2017. <br />This year, a new monument sign at the city's north entrance is anticipated. <br />STAFF RECOMMENDATION: <br />Staff recommends council use the information provided to discuss and prepare a list of goals for <br />2018. <br />