City of Minnetonka

Join a city where sustainability is a strategic priority, threaded into what we do on a daily basis. The City of Minnetonka is currently hiring a sustainability coordinator to lead our initiatives as we make progress toward our Green Step Cities, Energy Action Plan and Climate Action and Adaptation Plan goals. This full-time position has a salary range of $42.16-$50.34/hour. Apply today at https://bit.ly/4dNWFhk #SustainabilityCoordinator #EmployeeDrive #CityofMinnetonka #NowHiring

We're pumped to welcome community liaison, Olivia Washington, to the Minnetonka Police Department team through the Joint Community Police Partnership (JCPP). JCPP is a Hennepin County program that works to enhance communication and understanding between diverse communities and law enforcement by embedding liaisons in police departments throughout the county. While employed by Hennepin County, Washington works full-time with the Minnetonka department to engage the community in two-way communication. Relying on her background in community engagement and marketing, Washington hopes to build trust and dialogue between the department and Minnetonka’s diverse communities. “It’s a really great opportunity to humanize police officers and make them relatable to the general public because there is a stigma around police officers–especially in certain communities–being someone that you should be fearful of,” Washington says. In her first couple months, Washington has focused on getting to know Minnetonka officers and community leaders, participating in events like Night to Unite. This fall, she is organizing the department’s first Multicultural Advisory Committee. The committee will include Minnetonka residents and community organizers who will meet monthly with police personnel to discuss topics important to members’ communities and the department to strengthen police-community relations. “[The Minnetonka] community is very engaged, and they want to be part of the changes that are happening,” Washington says. “They want a say; they want to make sure their voices are being heard.” Be sure to say hello to Washington as she’s out and about connecting with the Minnetonka community. “I’m truly excited to dive deeper into the Minnetonka community and connect with its residents. This role gives me a wonderful opportunity to listen, learn and build strong, trusting relationships that reflect the diverse voices and needs of our community.”

Congratulations to Williston Fitness Center Tennis Manager Felicia Raschiatore, who was recently named a U.S. Open Champions of Equality honoree by USTA Northern. Launched in 2023, the Champions of Equality event honors women across the USTA’s 17 sections who have been leaders and trailblazers in advancing equality. Raschiatore’s passion for tennis and dedication to equality have helped build the present and future of tennis and its next generations of leaders. Raschiatore will be recognized alongside other section honorees at the Champions of Equality Event at the U.S. Open Sept. 5. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gu9kc9S7 We’re so proud to have Raschiatore serving our Minnetonka community with her expertise and commitment to growing the game of tennis. Congratulations, Felicia!

The Minnetonka Fire Department welcomed five new firefighters and recognized several promotions at a badge pinning ceremony Aug. 21. More than 70 people attended the program, including family members who were invited to pin badges on their loved ones. Congratulations to our new firefighters and recently promoted staff! Read more: https://bit.ly/4dWe9Yq

What makes the City of Minnetonka a great place to work? In Minnetonka, you and your work matter with positions that offer work-life fit, a supportive culture and the opportunity to make a difference every day. Join our team! Our legal department is now hiring a legal support assistant in the city's criminal division. Salary range: $30.71 - $36.67/hour. Apply at https://bit.ly/3Am6Zhv

Thank you to our Minnesota GreenCorps members, Kessa Andrews and Clare Grilley, for your commitment to the Minnetonka community this past year. We enjoyed having you a part of our sustainability team!

On March 26, Minnetonka Police Officer Eliana Welbes demonstrated exceptional conduct and competence in negotiating with a barricaded suspect, defusing a tense situation and earning her the dapartment's Commendation with Distinction Award. Welbes, who joined the department in January 2024, was with her field training officer on March 26 when they assisted officers from the South Lake Minnetonka Police Department after a vehicle pursuit in which the driver had pointed a firearm at officers. Following the pursuit, the suspect barricaded herself inside her crashed vehicle and refused to surrender to law enforcement. Welbes assumed the role of the primary negotiator. For three hours, Welbes demonstrated remarkable patience and skill in communicating with the suspect, who was grappling with mental health issues and the beginning stages of hypothermia. “Your empathetic approach allowed you to de-escalate the situation, and you ultimately persuaded the suspect to surrender peacefully,” Boerboom wrote in her commendation letter. “Your actions undoubtedly played a pivotal role in ensuring the safety of all involved.” Commendation with Distinction is awarded to a member of the department who has clearly shown an extraordinary level of expertise, thoroughness, conscientiousness or determination during an incident. Congratulations, Officer Welbes, and thank you for your exceptional service to our community.

Make a move and join a department that supports you and your work. Minnetonka Police Department is currently hiring police officers. We offer: • Top-tier salary among Minnesota departments with incentive pay • Work out on duty • Peer Support Team, annual mental health check-ins, therapy dog • Supportive community and city council • Department-provided uniforms, equipment and laundry service (No out-of-pocket expenses) • Specialized units that match your interests, high-quality equipment And more! Apply today ➡️➡️➡️ https://bit.ly/3SHy05B

🏆 Congrats to Building Official Dale Gronberg who recently won the 2024 Herb Meyer Award! The award is given to outstanding building officials who work to improve the professionalism of code officials and the quality of code enforcement in Minnesota. Dale's ability to engage with people to obtain code compliance for construction projects for the city is a true talent. Thank you for all you do, Dale.

#FlashbackFriday What an honor it is to win a few awards from the Northern Lights Awards on July 17, hosted by Minnesota Association of Government Communicators (MAGC). The Communications Division took silver for the design of our annual report and won the Northern Lights Award for our work on the 24 Hours in the City of Minnetonka social event last August in which we showed how the city works around the clock. Thank you again to MAGC and lettings us take home these incredible awards.