Joint City Council and Park Board Study Session and Tour - 09.02.26

The City of Minnetonka held a joint City Council and Park Board study session on September 10, 2026, focusing on two main agenda items. First, the city discussed the receipt of a $50,000 youth climate action grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies, intended to fund youth-led climate projects benefiting the Minnetonka community. The grant will be distributed as microgrants, with up to eight projects potentially funded, and includes a 10% allocation for program development and communications. The city outlined outreach efforts to local schools and organizations to promote the grant and encouraged council and board members to assist in spreading awareness. Second, the meeting covered the Opus Station Park Vision Plan, a master planning effort for a new urban park adjacent to the upcoming light rail station in the Opus area. Consultants presented early design concepts emphasizing connectivity, environmental sustainability, and community engagement. The plan aims to integrate natural features, stormwater management, and public art to create a vibrant public space supporting residential and retail development. The timeline anticipates a draft plan presentation to the Park Board by late fall or early winter. The session concluded with plans for a site tour and ongoing community engagement activities.