Help Hopkins Pick the Best-Looking Properties

Do you have a neighbor with an oasis-like yard? Do you know a business whose property is as engaging as its product or service?

Hopkins is seeking nominations for the annual Community Image Awards. The awards honor owners “whose pride shines through their property,” according to a city news release. They recognize both significant property upgrades—such as landscaping, accessibility, lighting or signs—and those who have demonstrated superior maintenance over the years.

Entries are divided between three categories: commercial, industrial or office; multi-family residential and single-family residential. Winners receive a choice of a plaque or engraved landscape rock for their garden. There may be as many winners as the five-person panel of judges decides.

Anyone may nominate a property—including individuals and businesses that want to nominate their own properties. Those who have won within the past 10 years are not eligible. Nominations must be submitted by Aug. 27.

Nomination forms are available at or by calling 952-548-6341. Forms are also available on the city’s website.