Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Richfield public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues in parks rec with medium priority
Richfield artist directory
The commission is planning to work on an artist directory, which would connect local artists with residents and event organizers. It's a way to showcase Richfield's creative community.
Teen Art Show
A teen art show is on the planning docket, giving young Richfield artists a platform to display their work.
Penn Fest community art project
The commission plans a community art project using wooden squares for Penn Fest, giving residents a hands-on way to contribute to public art.
Wood Lake Nature Center Building Change Order
A change order of about $80,783 for the Wood Lake Nature Center building project was on the consent calendar, with authority for more change orders up to $175,000.
Veterans Park Stewardship
A resident urged the city to preserve Veterans Park's natural habitat, citing its wildlife and birding significance.
Southdale Library trail connection
The city joined a cooperative agreement with Three Rivers Park District and Edina to build a trail from the Southdale Library through Adams Hill Park to the Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail.
Preserving Richfield's limited green space
Residents pressed the city on maintenance of existing street and park trees and urged protection of parks and green space from development. The city also approved a $269,068 boulevard tree-planting contract.
Ice Arena Exterior Soffit Replacement
The Council approved a $263,970 contract with Preferred Properties to replace the exterior soffit on rink one of the Richfield Ice Arena.