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The Richfield Recap - November 30, 2023 |
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Winter market kicks off this weekend
Start your holiday shopping this Saturday at the Richfield Winter Market! Shop indoors for handmade gifts, local foods and get a coffee or lunch to go. The Winter Market will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on December 2, December 9 and December 16. The market is held indoors at Veterans Park (6335 Portland Avenue).
After you visit the market, stop by B&J Trees in the pavilion to purchase some holiday greenery.
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One week left for community clothing/toy drives!
The Richfield Leadership Network and partners are collecting gently used, clean winter clothing for children, teens and adults. Please ensure the items are in good condition, free from holes and something you’d be proud to give and receive. Donations can be dropped off at five locations, including City Hall (6700 Portland Avenue) or the Community Center (7000 Nicollet Avenue).
Donations are due by December 7.
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For many years, the Richfield Police Department has participated in the Marine Corps Toys for Tots campaign to collect and distribute NEW and unwrapped toys as Christmas gifts to disadvantaged children. Collection boxes are in the Richfield Police Department lobby (6700 Portland Avenue), Public Works office (1901 66th Street East), and the Community Center (7000 Nicollet Avenue).
The collection will run now through December 7.
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 Playdates/Game night at CC
On Saturday, bring your youngsters (ages 3-6) to our free Tot Winter Playdate, in partnership with the Minneapolis Toy Library. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Community Center (7000 Nicollet Avenue).
In the evening, return to the community center with your older kids (ages 10+) for family board game night from 5 to 9 p.m.! Games by James and Air Traffic will be providing newly released games and modern classics to play. Recreation staff will be on hand to help learn the rules and answer any questions that may come up.
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 RPS Kindergarten kickoff and preschool preview
If you have a child entering preschool or kindergarten next year, don't miss the Kindergarten Kickoff & Preschool Preview on Saturday, December 2! Bring your child along and join Richfield Public Schools between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. for this open house style event where you can learn about all of your elementary school options. The event will take 45-60 minutes per household.
Register online!
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Holiday Lights Contest open for nominations
Nominate yourself or a friend for the Richfield Holiday Lights Contest! Register by December 13. Judging will take place on the evening of December 13, and all addresses will be posted to the contest page. (richfieldmn.gov/holidaylights). A commemorative trophy and a yard sign will be awarded in the following categories: Clark Griswold (most lights), Misfit Toys (best use of inflatables/lawn decorations), Best Theme, and Fan Favorite. Photos of all of the homes will be posted on our Facebook page and the photo with the most "likes" will receive the Fan Favorite award, announced on Monday, December 18.
The Richfield Holiday Lights Contest is co-sponsored by The Schneeberger Group - Keller Williams Integrity Realty.
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Free 'Electrify Everything' workshop on Dec. 6
Interested in learning how to switch your home’s appliances from natural gas to electric? Come out to this free event on December 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.! During this event for Hennepin County residents, you will learn what home electrification is, the benefits of home electrification, and resources to help pay for projects.
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Roadwork Updates: 65th Street project wraps for the year!
The 65th Street Reconstruction Project work is officially done for the year, excluding a few minor punch-list items. Local roads, including the 65th St/Lyndale Ave roundabout, are open to traffic!
Currently, the electrical contractor is still working on site to fix lighting and signal complications. While all utility work and major roadway work is complete, there are several items that will need to be addressed in spring. This includes landscaping, irrigation, and striping work. The work that still needs to be done next year should not require a full closure of any lanes.
Despite several unanticipated challenges throughout the project, the city would like to thank its residents and business owners for their cooperation and patience during this project!
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Come join our team!
The city offers an innovative and progressive culture with a vision towards the future. We provide a supportive environment for employees to thrive, with opportunities for professional and personal growth and competitive benefits and compensation.
Upcoming Meetings, revised
*See below for a corrected list of meeting dates through December 7
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In case you missed it....RPD on the training grounds!
It's almost better than an action movie! Watch the Richfield PD practice cornering, swerving, water simulations, and K9 pursuits! This fall, officers completed a driving training course in Dakota county to work on their vehicle operation skills. This department-wide training is held every 5 year. Some staff enjoy the training so much, they have become certified instructors!
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