It’s National Voter Registration Day- make sure you are registered to vote! It’s quick and easy to check your registration status and register online at mnvotes.org.

Hennepin County residents who have been financially impacted by COVID-19 may qualify for help covering rent, mortgage payments and utilities.

Minnesota Department of Health officials will be going door-to-door in New Hope conducting a voluntary COVID-19 public health survey in an effort to better understand how COVID-19 has spread in Minnesota communities.

New Hope Mayor Kathi Hemken provides a weekly update on city happenings.

Absentee voting by mail and in-person for the General Election begins on Friday, Sept.18. Hennepin County will also start sending ballots to those who have already requested to receive one by mail.

After moving into your new home, you can apply for homestead online. Homeowners who qualify for homestead may receive a market value exclusion, which can reduce your property taxes in the following year.

Families, come and watch the movie, "Captain Marvel" on a jumbo screen at the brand-new New Hope Performance Center in Civic Center Park on Sept. 26.

The New Hope Police Department is investigating a number of cases of scammers posing as family members, government agencies and online businesses in order to steal large amounts of money from victims.

The New Hope City Council approved the 2021 New Hope preliminary budget and maximum tax levy at its meeting on Sept. 14 and they were certified to the Hennepin County Auditor.

Each person counted for the census equals an extra $28,000 in state and federal spending per person over the next decade! If you don't get counted, our entire community misses out on vital support.

Don't be surprised by a higher than usual water bill. With residents spending more time at home in an effort to reduce the spread of the coronavirus, water usage has increased.

The New Hope Police Explorers program is looking for 14-21 year olds that want the opportunity to gain working knowledge through hands on experience.

The city of New Hope's Property Maintenance Reference Guide answers commonly asked property maintenance questions.

New Hope’s annual In Focus photo contest is back!

The city of New Hope has made the difficult decision to cancel National Night Out, New Hope’s Night to Unite for 2020 in the interest of public health and safety.

At its meeting of Aug. 24, New Hope City Council voted to approve a tobacco use ordinance amendment.

City staff provides CCX Media with an update on the Civic Center Park project.

The 2020 Census is still underway and census takers will be visiting those who haven’t completed it yet.

At its meeting of July 27, New Hope City Council awarded the 2020 Crack Repair and Seal Coat Project contract to Allied Blacktop Company, in the amount of $74,887.40.

Governor Walz’s Executive Order 20-81 requiring Minnesotans to wear face coverings in all public indoor spaces and businesses went into effect on July 25.

The city of New Hope will resume in-person inspections for single-family rental, point-of-sale and business use certificate of occupancy (BUCO) permits on Monday, July 27.

Enjoy an outdoor movie this summer with two free upcoming events.

Summer is here and more people are getting outside, including door-to-door solicitors. As salespeople are making their way through the streets, it’s important to know the dos and don’ts of solicitation in New Hope.

The Minnesota Department of Health requires water suppliers, including the city of New Hope, to prepare an annual water consumer confidence report providing detailed information abou the water quality in New Hope for the previous year.

The city receives many complaints throughout the summer concerning long grass and weeds in neighborhood yards. Weeds, including tall grass that exceeds eight inches in height, must be cut, destroyed or otherwise eradicated by the owner of the property.

Have you responded to the 2020 Census? It has never been easier- or more important - for you to respond.

In most communities, when a street project is done adjacent to a property owner's home, that property owner is billed for at least a portion of that project's cost. New Hope, instead, funds those projects through its annual street infrastructure levy.

The New Hope Community Farmers Market is back for the 2020 season.

An important message to the New Hope community from New Hope City Council.

The New Hope City Council formally accepted the 2019 Financial Audit Report at its May 26 meeting.

New Hope City Council approved an interim ordinance temporarily suspending applicable zoning regulations related to outdoor dining.

Due to the health and safety challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, the city of New Hope is delaying the opening of its new aquatic facility until the 2021 season.

New Hope City Council has approved a resolution extending the trial period for expanded use of the Cooper outdoor athletic stadium by an additional two years.

Council Approves On-Sale Liquor License for Microdistillery and Cocktail Room.

Lane and ramp closures begin May 11 as safety improvements are made to the Rockford Road (42nd Avenue) Bridge.

Hennepin County has launched a Small Business Relief Program to help small businesses meet their immediate financial needs

The city of New Hope is participating in the 40th annual Building Safety Month, a worldwide campaign presented by the International Code Council, its members and partners to promote building safety.

On April 13, the New Hope City Council proclaimed the month of May to be Arbor Month in the city of New Hope.

The Home Energy Squad is offering free virtual home energy visits to help residents identify ways to be more energy efficient.

We’re still here for you (virtually) and available by phone, email and via our website.

Emergency Sirens will be heard throughout the city on Thursday at 1:45 p.m.

The city of New Hope recognizes the importance of maintaining a safe and secure community, and understands the courageous role that crime victims have in participating in the criminal justice process.

Many people are taking extra steps to clean and disinfect their homes. Here are some important guidelines and resources to stay safe while cleaning and disinfecting.

A number of state and federal programs are available to help small businesses strugling during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Both CenterPoint Energy and the city of New Hope have projects beginning on Winnetka Avenue which will involve lane restrictions in the weeks ahead.

Street sweeping set to start April 13. Infrastructure improvement project to start this spring.

The Government Finance Officers Association has awarded the city of New Hope with the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the city’s comprehensive annual financial report.

On March 23, 2020, the New Hope City Council voted to declare a local emergency as authorized by Minnesota State Statue 12.29.

City of New Hope staff continue to monitor the outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus.

On March 9, the majority of the New Hope City Council approved adoption of an ordinance requiring multifamily property owners and managers to allow census workers access to their buildings.

The West Metro Fire-Rescue District is offering home safety surveys free of charge.

Residents, business owners, neighboring city officials, and staff gathered at New Hope City Hall on Feb. 12 for the annual State of the City presentation.

At the Feb. 10 New Hope city council meeting, the City Council awarded the contract for replacement of the water main on Winnetka Avenue between 27th and 29th avenues to G.F. Jedlicki, Inc.

New Hope City Council approved the plans and specifications and authorized bidding for the proposed 2020 infrastructure improvement project at the Feb. 10 city council meeting.

Mayor Hemken and City Manager McDonald to present 2020 State of the City on February 12 at 7:30 a.m.

The cities of New Hope and Crystal, along with the West Metro Fire-Rescue District are now offering a free emergency notification system.

New Hope City Council has passed an affordable housing protection ordinance to help protect tenants who are at or below 60% of the area median income level from increased rents due to a change of ownership or management style.

New Hope city ordinance requires that all business and residential property owners register their alarm systems.

If you’re staying warm during this winter by using alternative heat sources, please use extreme caution.

Absentee voting for the Presidential Primary begins January 17.

The three outdoor ice skating locations in New Hope are now open for the season.

The 10th-annual New Hope In Focus Photo Contest came to a conclusion on Monday night as the 2019 winning photos were presented at the City Council meeting.

The West Metro Fire-Rescue District is offering FREE Home Fire Safety Surveys.

Learn about this community treasure!

With temps quickly dropping, now is a great time to look at your home’s efficiency.

Open skating at the New Hope Ice Arena is now available on Fridays and Sundays

It's outdoor planting season! But remember, Minnesota requires you contact Gopher State One Call before you start any digging project.

"Open to Business" provides business consultation services and financial advice to small local business owners and aspiring business owners.

The city-owned site north of the New Hope Ice Arena has been approved to rezone as a Planned Unit Development plat for the proposed Windsor Ridge housing area.

New Hope City Council has approved five contracts for demolition and construction projects to take place at Civic Center Park.

New Hope Public Works is currently working with Hennepin County and the Minnesota Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) to collect details from home owners who have been affected by current flooding.