Hopkins & Pickering City Garage Sale Locations

The Hopkins & Pickering Citywide Garage Sale will be held July 17th and 18th. As of Thursday afternoon, the weather is expected to be clear with highs in the low 90’s. The following are the locations:

Pickering

17405 Ivory Road, Friday 3 pm to 7 pm; Saturday 8 am to 1 pm. (Emily Frueh)

214 S. Coleman, Friday 8 am to 5 pm; Saturday 8 am to 1 pm. (Smith Family)

30219 205th Street, Friday 2 pm to 7 pm; Saturday 8 am to 12 noon. (Connie Jenkins)

120 W. 4th Street, Friday 8 am to 6 pm; Saturday 8 am to 1 pm. (Vivan Riley)

Hopkins

307 N. 7th Street Friday 9 am to 4 pm; Saturday 8:30 am to ?. (Kirby Smith)

401 N. 10th Street Saturday 8 am to 1 pm.

909 E. Roseberry Street Friday 5 pm to 7 pm; Saturday 8 am to ?. (Amber Volner)

501 E. Roseberry Street Friday 8 am to 4 pm; Saturday 8 am to 4 pm.

608 E. Roseberry Street Friday 7 am to 5 pm; Saturday 7 am to 12 noon. (Shirley Woods)

11160 Jade Road Friday 12 noon to 6 pm; Saturday 7 am to 6 pm. (Marcia Barcus)

707 E. McFarland Street Friday 8:30 am to 3:00 pm; Saturday 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. (Chariza Gladman)

410 S. 4th Street Friday 8 am to 4 pm; Saturday 8 am to 4 pm. (Robin Hevelone)

501 E. Phelps Street #A4 Friday 1 pm to 7 pm; Saturday 8 am to 1 pm. (Karla Ostrander)

31921 107th Street Friday 1 pm to 7 pm; Saturday 8 am to 1 pm. (Kary Owens & Ali Brittain)

107 N. 9th Street Friday 8 am to 6 pm; Saturday 8 am to 6 pm.

208 N. 9th Street Saturday 8 am to 4 pm. (Jenn Scott)

208 S. 2nd Street Saturday 8 am to 1 pm. (Bonnie Richards)

 

Hopkins CBC Helps With Pickering Sign Fundraiser

The Hopkins CBC helped with the recent Pickering Sign fundraiser. They donated the food for the event, which raised at least $1,700 as of Monday evening. The estimated cost of a digital sign is around $50,000.

The CBC also purchased benches for the sidewalk north of the Roxy.

The CBC is still seeking funding to demolish abandoned homes in Hopkins, Six owners were still interested in helping to provide a match.

Volunteers signed up for manning the Hopkins Picnic booth. The CBC will be auctioning off various goods and services from local businesses.

Paul Nelson painted the Hopkins sign at the Baptist Church.

Anna Mae Thompson and Glenda Wyer-Nelson cleaned up the weeds at the old car wash.

The dumpster filled up quickly during the recent citywide cleanup.

Someone cleaned up around the Hopkins Park and walking trail.

Bingo nights were set for the next several months. They were set for September 13th, October 25th, November 22nd, January 24th, February 21st, and March 21st. They will be held at the Community Building. Doors will open at 5 pm each night and Bingo will start at 6:30 pm. Concessions will be provided.

 

 

Hopkins CBC to Repair Sidewalk Across from Roxy

The Hopkins CBC got permission from the Hopkins City Council at their regular meeting Monday to repair the sidewalk on the north side of Barnard Street, across the street from the Roxy. There were concerns about where the water line runs and that the repaired sidewalk might need to be dug up if the area is ever developed. The council members agreed that they would deal with it if any construction happens.

The council granted a liquor license to M2V Highway Liquor, located next to Cheri’s and across the street from the former Wilson Grocery building.

The owner of 208 South 2nd Street asked why he had gotten a water bill for 10,000 gallons. The Chief Water Operator changed out his old meter for a new one and the latest one was for 7,000 gallons. The council agreed to waive 9,000 gallons plus late charges.

The city got the Hopkins Fire Department grant for a new firetruck, but was denied the grant for the building demolition grant. A new round of CDBG grants opens in April. The city tabled the matter until after the February 18th meeting to have more information about what the city could better do to improve its chances of getting the grant.

Discussion was held on capping any sewer that has a lien on it. Council member Allan Thompson will bring a list of properties that the CBC might attempt to place on a grant.

Mayor Matt Wray signed paperwork for the Fire Department CDBG Grant that was approved. The city will now advertise fire truck specs and place it out for bid. A special meeting will be held at 3:30 February 18th, where the rules and regulations for the grant will be explained.

The council members were given a copy of the new pet policy, which specifies that any attack on humans or other pets is a violation. The council tabled it until the next meeting.

 

 

Hopkins City Council Signs Off on CDBG Projects

The Hopkins City Council, at a special meeting Thursday, signed off on a CDBG project involving a new firetruck for the Hopkins Fire Department and the demolition of several abandoned homes in the city. 

The meeting was supposed to start at 7 pm, but the council members got there at 6 pm and had a 90 minute closed session that had not been posted, keeping the Regional Council of Governments people and 23 townspeople waiting 30 minutes.

While everybody was waiting, Breanna O’Riley of the Northwest Missouri Regional Council explained the grants and answered questions from people. The city and the CBC are applying for up to $200,000 to demolish abandoned homes in the city. The CBC has identified eight owners who have expressed interest and were willing to put up the $500 match for the project. The money is not due and payable now; it is only due when a residence in question has been approved for demolition. 

Grant City has looked into a building demolition grant seeking $300,000, but the higher figure is only for commercial structures. If the entity is pursuing demolition of residential structures, the upper limit is $200,000. 

Previously, Grant City has had to do economic need surveys to determine if it is eligible for CDBG projects; however, based on demographic statistics, Hopkins is automatically eligible for the money. The CDBG program is designed for low to middle income communities.

The joint project between the city, the Hopkins CBC, and the Hopkins Fire Department will not cost the city money. The CBC is paying for the Regional Council’s share and the environmental studies on their portion. The Fire Department is paying the Regional Council for their part of the project.

If the project is approved, the next step will be to get bids and decide which structures are to be demolished. Under the rules, the owner has to have a clear title to the property and the structure must be vacant for one year, including no electricity or excessive water use. Many structures in Hopkins have a lien on the property, since when the water is shut off, the owner still has to pay monthly sewer costs which can accumulate into the thousands. It would be up to the city to release the lien. 

Once the current project is done, the city and the CBC could do another such project next year and seek to demolish other abandoned homes in the city. 

At 7:30 pm, Mayor Matt Wray and the four Hopkins Council members came out. 

The Regional Council then did a community needs survey, in which people discussed the needs of the community. The following categories were rated by the people present: 

Water System: – Fair, or “Antique,” as one citizen, Ed Drummond, put it.

Sewer – Fair.

Storm/Sewer/Drainage – Fair. One person noted that the Historical Society building flooded sometimes during heavy rains. 

Streets – Poor.

Bridges – None.

Sidewalks – Poor.

Fire Protection – Good.

Police Services – Poor.

Code Enforcement – Poor.

Healthcare – None.

Emergency Services – Fair.

Parking – There are few restrictions on parking in Hopkins.

Community Center – Good.

Senior Center – None.

Sheltered Workshop – None.

Infant Daycare – None (Available in Pickering).

Mental Health – None.

Teen & Youth Center – Fair (In Transition). Student Morgan Pope restarted the Roxy Youth Center which had been dormant for almost 20 years. However, she has graduated from North Nodaway and a new board has been constituted to continue her work. The Roxy is currently undergoing renovations and repairs.

Drug Abuse Prevention – None.

Residential Rehab – None.

Housing for Disabled – Fair. Hopkins has a rural housing unit.

Single Family – Poor. There are few affordable houses for sale in Hopkins.

Education (Preschool) – Good.

Public Schools – Good.

Vocational Schools – Good. North Nodaway has recently expanded vo-tech opportunities for students.

Universities – None.

Continuing Education – Good.

Employer Based Skills Training – Some is available. It depends on the employer.

Entrepreneurship Training – None.

Job Creation – Poor.

Starting Business Assistance – None.

Out of that list, the Regional Council drew up a list of the top five community needs. Building demolition and fire protection were put on the list, since the city is applying for a CDBG grant for these areas. Others put on the list include water & sewer, streets, and housing.

Following that, the council took votes on the project. The council approved the resolution to apply for the CDBG grant with the CBC and the Fire Department for the demolition of abandoned homes and for the purchase of new fire trucks. The council passed resolutions on a non-violent response to civil rights protests, non-discrimination clauses, an agreement to comply with the ADA and a grievance procedure, an agreement with the Fire Department that the Fire Department was responsible for the maintenance of their vehicle, and resolutions appointing the Regional Council of Governments to administer the grant. Passage of all of these resolutions and policies were required for the city to apply for the grant.

Hopkins CBC Raffle Winners from Hopkins Picnic

Welcome sign donated by Anna Mae and Allen – Madison Geib.

$20 gift certificates from Coop Maryville – Bob Parker, Ali Brittain, Vicki Riley.

Pellet fire pit from Orscheln’s – Judy White.

Combine set from Summa Implement – Mary Ann Cordell.

Oil change from Meyer Auto – Brad Carlson.

Hat and $25 gift certificate from Gray’s – Mel Williamson.

$50 gift certificates from Rick’s Country Shoppe – Angie Titus, Ali Brittain.

$100 gift certificate from Rick’s Country Shoppe – Ryan Riley.

$25 gift certificates from Rick’s Country Shoppe – Connor Geib, Lois Brand.

Fairy gardens from Anna Mae & Allen – Megan Davison, Carmen Allen, Creed Loseke.

Wine and goody basket from Hedgie’s Books & Toys – Kade Pankau.

Decorative cutting board from Tina Wood – Keri Woods.

Free night camping passes from City of Maryville – Angie Titus (2), Matt Wray, Vince Shelby, Joel Elmer.

Two rounds of 9 hole golfing from City of Maryville – David Smyser, Jodi Grosse.

Weekend cabin rental from City of Maryville – Cam White.

Two rounds of 18 hole golfing from City of Maryville – Janet Drummond, Cari Cline.

Nodaway Valley goodies from Nodaway Valley Bank – Cam White.

$25 gift certificates from M&M Pub & Grub – Ali Brittain, Vicki Riley.

$50 cash from MFA (Maryville) – Jennifer Torres.

Planter box from Tina Wood – Amber Hart.

Mug and $50 gift certificate from Maryville Florist – S. Mozier.

6 movie passes from The Hangar – Alan Roush.

$50 gift certificates from Applebee’s – Kade Pankau, Mary Clements.

Decorative bike and goodies from Be Still Mercantile – Emma Hart.

5 free bowling games from Bearcat Lanes – Chris Turpin (2).

Walking stick from Philip Poynter – Joel Elmer.

Movie pass bucket from Hart’s Insurance – Amy Gray.

Hopkins 150th Basket from Smoke Shop – Chris Turpin.

Lap quilt – Ali Brittain.

$25 gift certificate from Ace Hardware – Janie Harbin.

Charcuterie Board and Dips from Bath and Kitchen Source – Bud Heideman.

Knife from Jason Thompson – Mike Coleman.

$35 gift card from Hy-Vee – Lois Brand.

Metal planter from Judy Crane – Selina James.

Earring basket from R&T Designs – Sam Callison.

Doll table and chairs from Vicki Riley – Linda Cox.

Wooden USA Glad from Brian Rodrick – S. Mozier.

Barn quilt from Sandy Lawson – Cameron Morrison.

Hopkins CBC Seeking to Add Playground Equipment

The Hopkins CBC is looking to add playground equipment to the Hopkins City Park on the northwest end of town. They have obtained a quote from Miracle Playground for around $37,000 and are in the process of seeking funding. They are looking at grants and help from other community organizations.

The equipment would be in addition to the equipment already in the park. It would replace old equipment that has been removed from the park due to age.

The CBC is tentatively planning to hold a Barn Quilt show again this year. The tentative date will be September 13th, with a rain date of September 20th. One possibility discussed this year is an Amazing Race theme, where contestants would have to finish one task before completing another, such as free throw shooting, for instance. Recruiting of local and area groups and vendors was discussed at the regular meeting Monday. The goal will be to get 100 barn quilts up around Hopkins by September.

Barn Quilt Tour Planned Again for Hopkins

A Barn Quit Tour will be held again for Hopkins. It will be held Sunday, September 16th at 1 pm at the Hopkins City Park. There will be hayride quilt tours. There will be craft and merchandise booths as well. Jason Forney will be providing music. In the event of rain, the event will be moved to September 23rd. No alcohol will be allowed; free will donations will be accepted. This event is sponsored by the Hopkins CBC.

Hopkins CBC to Raffle Royals Tickets

The Hopkins CBC will raffle off Royals tickets during the Hopkins Picnic. Tickets for that will be $5 each. Other prizes will be raffled off at $1 each. The tickets will be Dugout Box seats plus a parking pass. Tickets will be for the Monday, August 6th game between the Chicago Cubs and the Royals that will start at 7:15 pm. The value of the tickets will be worth over $300. The tickets were donated by Nodaway Valley Bank. The Hopkins CBC will also be selling root beer floats and bowls of ice cream with toppings. For questions or more information, please call Judy Crane at (660) 254-2427.

Hopkins CBC Elects New Officers

The Hopkins CBC elected new officers for the 2017 year. Elected were Lorrie Schatz (President), Brittney Stringer (Vice-President), Barb Miller (Treasurer), and Lynette Berg (Secretary).

Teresa Keller, Interim Executive Director of the State CBC, attended the meeting and talked to them about getting rid of run down buildings. She said that the three most common issues she heard from the 53 communities that are members are run down buildings, broadband, and the enforcement of ordinances. She said that several had used CDBG money to tear down structures, while some others took up collections and then tore down buildings whenever they could pay for one. She said there were other grants out there that could pay for fixing up houses that were still livable.

Lynette Berg reported that a new community bulletin board was going up in Hopkins near the community building and city hall.

The material for the ball diamond fence has been delivered. The CBC thanked Ron Houston for storing the materials until they could be used for the project. Don Crane reported that he was lining up work for the walking trail.

Sandi Lawson reported that t-shirts for the Barn Quilt Festival are coming. Persons interested in shirts or in displaying a 2x2 or 4x4 barn quilt should contact Lawson. There are now almost 100 barn quilts. Barn quilts are the property of the Hopkins CBC.

Hopkins CBC Gets $23,000 Grant for Project

The Hopkins CBC received a $23,000 grant from the Gladys Rickard Charitable Trust, which donates to projects around the area. The money will be used for the nature trail and the ballpark fence in Hopkins. Floyd and Gladys Rickard were well-known businesspeople in Hopkins, running the pharmacy there for many years. The store was also known for its soda fountain. The trust has donated $2 million to projects in the area since 2004.

The CBC received a lot of positive comments about the project from representatives of the US Bank, which also funded the project. The fact that their track athletes have to practice in the streets of Hopkins was a big factor in getting the project funded.

The CBC awarded the bid for the fencing portion to Meyer Fencing for $19,954.61, which could be lower depending on volunteer labor that is performed. They are based in Kansas City and were the low bidder. The bid does not include the walking trail.

The school has promised $3,000 towards the project. Work will begin during spring.

Removal of the four old buildings along the north side of Barnard Street, which runs towards the school, was also discussed.

Hopkins CBC Plans Third Barn Quilt Tour Next Year

The Hopkins Community Betterment Association met Wednesday, October 5, 2016, at 6:30 p.m., in the basement of the Hopkins Christian Church.  Judy and Don Crane surprised Donna Spalding with a retirement celebration of cake and ice cream.  President, Donna Spalding called the meeting to order.  

The Association plans to have a third annual Barn Quilt Festival September 16 and 17, 2017.  A flea market will be added to this event.

The Ball Association will lunch the Harold Christy auction, October 9.  The proceeds will go towards the Walking Trail and the Ball Fields Fence Project.

The Missouri Community Betterment Fall Conference will be October 23 and 24, 2016, in Columbia.

The next meeting will be November 2.

Ceremony Held Awarding Hopkins CBC Walking Trail, Ballpark Funds

The Hopkins Community Betterment Club(HCB) of Hopkins, MO, recently received grants from the Dugdale Charitable Trust Fund in the amount of $1,500, the Gary G. Taylor Charitable Trust for $7,000, and from the Harry and Helena Messick Charitable Trust for $3,500.  The HCB will use the funds toward the building of a walking trail in the Hopkins City Park along with erecting a fence around the baseball/softball field and football field.

Their purpose is to support and improve the quality of life throughout the community.  They feel there is a need for a safer place for young and old to walk as well as help the school aged students have a place to practice running track and the chain link fence will protect the improvements that have been made to the fields, guard against vandalism, and provide spectator protection.  The HCB Club is very grateful for help from these charitable trusts.

2nd Annual Barn Quilt City Tour To Be Held in Hopkins

The second annual Barn Quilt City USA celebration will be held in Hopkins on September 18th at the city park. There will be tours of the painted quilts of Hopkins. There will be horse-drawn carriage rides as well as tractor rides. Bill and Roger From the Palace, a group out of Bedford, will perform. There will be around 30 craft and merchandise booths. The North Nodaway Junior Class will provide a food concession. Free will donations will be accepted. The rain date for this event will be September 25th. This event is sponsored by the Hopkins CBC.

Hopkins CBC Receives $12,000 in Grants for Walking Trail, Ballpark Projects

The Hopkins Community Betterment Club(HCB) of Hopkins, MO, recently received grants from the Dugdale Charitable Trust Fund in the amount of $1,500, the Gary G. Taylor Charitable Trust for $7,000, and from the Harry and Helena Messick Charitable Trust for $3,500.  The HCB will use the funds toward the building of a walking trail in the Hopkins City Park along with erecting a fence around the baseball/softball field and football field. 

Their purpose is to support and improve the quality of life throughout the community.  They feel there is a need for a safer place for young and old to walk as well as help the school aged students have a place to practice running track and the chain link fence will protect the improvements that have been made to the fields, guard against vandalism, and provide spectator protection.  The HCB Club is very grateful for help from these charitable trusts.

Hopkins CBC Raises $2,058 from Picnic Raffle

The Hopkins CBC raised $2,058 from its Picnic Raffle. Multiple items were raffled off; the item that sold the most tickets was the Kansas City Royals tickets, which sold 109 raffle tickets. Other hot items were a picnic table, 92 tickets; a Daily Forum subscription, 44 tickets; a child's drum set, 32 tickets; and a wishing well, 50 tickets.

CBC President Donna Spalding gave credit to many people who helped make their event a success. The Tobacco Shop donated the building across from the bar for them to use. The CBC now has raised $6,935.27 towards the walking trail. The estimated price tag is around $7,500, with the proposed fence running at around $33,000.

The next major event for the CBC will be the 2nd annual Barn Quilt Trail. The date for that will be September 18th, with a rain date set for the 25th. The CBC will also send representatives to the state conference, which will be held October 23rd and 24th.

Hopkins CBC Raises Over $4,700 for Ballpark and Trail

The Hopkins CBC has raised over $4,700 for the ballpark upgrades and the walking trail, the CBC learned last Wednesday night. They are still seeking donations; send donations to Barb Miller, PO Box 42, Hopkins, MO 64461. All donations are tax deductible.

The estimated price tag for the entire project came to an estimated $40,000, including $33,000 for the fence and $7,500 for the trail with aggregate based on bids received. Tony O’Riley said that this is not a final figure, but that it could be scaled back.

The school has expressed interest in helping. The trail would allow track athletes to practice on the walking trail instead of having to use the streets, which is a safety hazard. The fence would make it a regulation ballpark, which would allow North Nodaway to host district baseball tournaments in the future. This year’s tournament was held at West Nodaway; last year’s was at Beale Park in Maryville. It would also allow balls hit over the fence to count as home runs; Braymer hit three balls into the weeds in a game which counted as ground rule doubles.

Included in the total raised was a $1,500 donation from the Dugdale Foundation as well as the money raised from the recent fundraiser at the Community Building. There were many positive comments about the students who volunteered their time helping with serving people.

Installation of electricity at the park is complete.

The Hopkins CBC will be selling raffle tickets at the Hopkins Picnic. They will also sell root beer floats and assorted other flavors and toppings.

The CBC is in the process of getting more grants and donations raised to cover the cost of the upgrades to the ballpark and putting in the new trail.

Hopkins Community Betterment to Sponsor Pulled Pork Dinner April 30th

The Hopkins Community Betterment will offer a pulled pork dinner April 30th to raise funds for a walking trail in the park. Included in the project will be the construction of a chain link fence for the baseball field that will enclose both the ball diamond and the football field. The football field will remain in its present location, and there will be a t-ball field southeast of where the football field is located. The walking trail will run through the park and run behind the chain link fence. The fence will separate the home crowd from the football sideline.

The fence will be 315 feet, allowing Hopkins to host baseball district tournaments. It would also allow balls hit into the creek to count as home runs; current ground rules require balls hit into the creek to count as ground rule doubles. There were two or three such balls hit by Braymer in Friday's game.

The event will start at 5 pm with a dinner at the Hopkins Community Building and a concert by the Gypsy Wind Band held in front of the building. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Roxy Theater. The dinner will be held until 7 while the band will play until the crowd goes home.

The Hopkins CBC is seeking donations for the project. Donations can be mailed to Hopkins CBC in care of Barb Miller, PO Box 42, Hopkins, MO 64461.