City Council - 07.27.26

The City Council of Minnetonka held a regular meeting on July 27, 2026, where several procurement and infrastructure projects were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included awarding a $495,138.90 contract to HydroClean for the 2026 sanitary sewer lining project, with authorization for the deputy public works director to manage expenditures up to a $640,000 budget. The council also approved moving forward with the Libs Lake Bridge replacement project, including concept plan approval, preparation of plans and specifications, easement acquisition, and establishing a bridge aesthetics focus group. Additionally, the council authorized advertising for bids for the Opus Trail Lighting Improvements project to replace aging trail lighting with energy-efficient LED fixtures. Another significant capital improvement project approved was the Minnetonka Community Center renovation, focusing on energy efficiency, ADA compliance, and sustainability upgrades, with plans to prepare revised specifications and bond issuance for funding. The council also accepted a Minnesota Department of Public Safety Crisis Response Grant to support behavioral health outreach. These actions reflect the city's ongoing commitment to infrastructure maintenance, public safety, and community facility improvements.