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Registration Now Open!

Night to Unite registration is now open! The annual tradition to gather on the first Tuesday in August continues this year as we invite neighborhoods throughout Coon Rapids to participate in the event on Tuesday, August 2. Hosted by the Coon Rapids Police...

3 City Council Seats on Ballot

Filings for public office open on Tuesday, May 17. Coon Rapids voters will elect a Mayor and Councilmembers in Wards 3 and 5 at the General Election on Tuesday, November 8.People interested in running for office must file an affidavit of candidacy and pay...

Apply By June 17!

HomeHelpMN is a federally funded program dedicated to assisting homeowners who are at risk of default, foreclosure or displacement as a result of a financial hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program includes financial assistance for mortgage ...

Week 3 of Building Safety Month

Preparing for Disasters

In Minnesota we know all about harsh weather, from tornados to blizzards and extreme temperatures, it's important to be prepared. Construction and building companies also work towards preventing emergencies and preparing for disaste...

Saturday, May 21

The Coon Rapids Public Works Department will be holding its annual open house on Saturday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to noon. Take a tour of the Public Works facility and check out snowplows, tractors and other "big rigs." You can also learn more abou...

Sunday, May 22

Go inside the 2022 Home Remodeling Tour from your computer or mobile device! Instead of walking through remodeled homes, this year we are bringing a video tour to you.

The Virtual Home Remodeling Tour includes video tours of major home renovation projects ...

Friday, May 27

Sand Creek Park will be hosting a FREE Movie in the Park on Friday, May 27 at 8:45 p.m. The movie Encanto will be shown on the big screen. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the show. Concessions will be available for purchase starting one hour before the...

Sign Up Now for Firecracker 5K

Join the annual family-friendly Coon Rapids Firecracker 5k Walk/Run and Kid’s Sparkler Dash in conjunction with the Coon Rapids 4th of July Celebration!  Registration is open now. 

2022 Coon Rapids Firecracker 5K

Monday, July 45K begins at...

New Music Programs This Summer

If you're looking for something to keep the kids busy this summer, a wide variety of recreation programs are available. A new musical offering this summer is called Bach to Rock. Classes and camps are open to kids ranging from preschool to middle...

Revolutionary Sports Programs

Get your kids outside and active with fun sports programs at Sand Creek Park! Pick from soccer, baseball, flag football and multi-sport programs. All equipment is provided and class sizes are small to encourage fun and keep participants active. There&...

Know the Rules: Backyard Chickens

2022 Construction Underway

Summer roadwork and construction projects for the City of Coon Rapids have begun, which means it is time for our first Construction Update of 2022!

View an overview map showing planned construction projects throughout the City, such as street reconstructio...

Week 2 of Building Safety Month

Careers in Building Safety

From building inspectors to plan reviewers to code enforcement officers, there are many different positions that make the buildings we live, work and play in safe for years to come. These important career fields are experiencing ...

City Info. Delivered to Your Inbox

From what's happening in the police department and emergency alerts to City meeting agendas and the latest business and economic development news, sign up to receive periodic informational updates right to your email inbox.

The Notify Me link on o...

Highway 10 Traffic Alert

This weekend, Highway 10 will be closed in both directions between 7th Ave. and Ferry St. in Anoka from 10 p.m. Friday night (May 6) until 5 a.m. on Monday morning (May 9). Drivers will be detoured on Highway 610, Interstate 94 and Highway 101.The closure...

Hydrant Flushing Continues

Crews began flushing fire hydrants in the west side of the city on April 11. The flushing is part of an important annual maintenance process, which cleans sediment and stagnant water from the City's pipe system. Similar flushing in the east side ...

Homeowners Urged to Check Own Policy

The City has renewed its property and liability policy for 2022. Once again, the renewal includes sewer back-up coverage up to $10,000 per sewer back-up claim no matter who is at fault.The no fault sewer back-up coverage is meant to supplement a homeowner...

Tuesday, May 3 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the May 3, 2022 meeting:

• Police Chief Brad Wise presented the 2022 graduates of the Coon Rapids Police Officer Reserve Academy.
• Mayor Koch read a proclamation for National Public Works Week (Ma...

Know the Rules: Exterior Storage

May is Building Safety Month

May is Building Safety Month, and each week features a different topic relating to building safety. Week one is Energy and Innovation. 

Americans spend more than $200 billion on energy every year. We use it to power everything in our daily lives, ...

Know the Rules: Vehicles

Tuesday, April 19 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the April 19, 2022 meeting:

• Mayor Koch read a proclamation recognizing volunteers.
• Received and approved the 2022 Pay Equity Implementation Report.
• Adopted resolutions awarding contracts for str...

Know the Rules: Grass Length

Spring Newsletter Hits Local Mailboxes

The spring edition of the Coon Rapids Connection is hitting mailboxes across the city. The newsletter is filled with the latest news and information around Coon Rapids as well as business and development updates. The police and fire departments also have ...

Westbound Hwy. 610 Ramp at East River Rd.

Starting at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, April 12, the ramp from East River Rd. to westbound Highway 610 will be closed to traffic as part of an ongoing construction project in the area. The ramp is expected to remain closed until June 30. You can get the latest up...

Know the Rules: Garbage and Recycling

Tuesday, April 5 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the April 5, 2022 meeting:

• Mayor Koch sworn in Officer Jack Johnson as the newest member of the Coon Rapids Police Department.
• Mayor Koch read a proclamation declaring April as Fair Housing Mon...

New Video Series Launches

How many chickens can you own in Coon Rapids? Can you store building materials in your yard? We have the answers in a new video series that is launching this month. The videos will highlight common property maintenance and code enforcement violations. We ...

Hydrant Flushing Begins

Crews began flushing fire hydrants in the west side of the city this week. The flushing is part of an important annual maintenance process, which cleans sediment and stagnant water from the City's pipe system. Similar flushing in the east side of...

Championship Course Opens!

The golf season is in full swing at Bunker Hills! On April 1, a portion of the Championship Course opened for the season. The nine hole North Course and nine hole East Course are now playable. Weather permitting, the remaining nine holes of the W...

Tuesday, March 22 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the March 22, 2022 meeting:

• Adopted a resolution appointing Kenneth Uko and David Blincow to the Safety Commission.
• Adopted a resolution appointing Kelsey Brodt and Wade Demmer to the Parks &am...

Bunker Hills Starts 2022 Golf Season

Spring is here and that means golfers are returning to the links at Bunker Hills. The driving range recently opened for the season and the Executive Course and Championship Course will soon follow (dates TBD).Bunker Hills has been recognized as one of the...

Pet Fair Vendor Registration

The annual Coon Rapids Love My Pet Fair draws hundreds of pet owners and their furry friends to Riverview Park for a day of contests, games and pet-related fun.  Visitors can learn about pet care and safety and browse among a variety of pet-relat...

2022 Spring/Summer Activities

Looking for fun activities this spring and summer? Look no further than the 2022 Coon Rapids Parks and Recreation Guide. There are activities for all ages including new music programs for kids, Art in the Park for seniors, pickleball classes at Riverwind ...

Go Green, Get Green!

Green Homes is a home energy efficiency incentives program. Coon Rapids wants to help residents reduce their utility bills and increase the energy efficiency of their homes. Not only does increasing the efficiency of your home help save you money on utili...

Winners Announced During LIVE Drawing

Grant recipients for the 2022 Front Door program have been selected. The winning 80 addresses were announced during a LIVE drawing online and on cable television Wednesday night. Another 25 addresses were put on a waiting list.

You can watch the drawing in...

Tuesday, March 1 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the March 1, 2022 meeting:

• Received the lawful gambling report and authorized payment to the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation.
• Approved nominations for the Coon Creek Watershed District Board o...

Tuesday, Feb. 15 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the February 15, 2022 meeting:

• The Coon Creek Watershed District presented City Engineer Mark Hansen with their inaugural "Partner of the Year" award.
• Approved plans and specification...

New Recycling Program

Starting February 1, the Coon Rapids Recycling Center is adding paint to the list of acceptable recyclables. Up to five gallon containers will be accepted. There is a 100 gallon limit per visit.

Accepted

• Interior and exterior architectural paints: latex, ac...

Water Meter Replacements

Water meter replacements are needed at some Coon Rapids properties. The replacement process occurs in phases throughout the City, based on which models are past warranty and due for replacement. 

* If you do NOT receive a letter, you are not due f...

Wednesday, Feb. 2 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the February 2, 2022 meeting:

• Approved appointments to the Sustainability Commission.
• Accepted a victim services grant from the Minn. Department of Public Safety/Office of Justice Programs.
• Adop...

Supporting Solar Energy Options

Coon Rapids received a Silver designation from the national SolSmart program for making it faster, easier and more affordable for homes and businesses to go solar. The City is committed to removing obstacles to solar development. A SolSmart Silver designa...

Riverdale Area Attracting New Retailers

Several big names are coming to the Riverdale retail area in Coon Rapids:

• Building permit applications have been received for Schneiderman's Furniture, which will occupy the former Sears space in the Riverdale Village Shopping Center.
• Work continues to reco...

2022 Budget in Brief

The City Council approved the 2022 budget on December 7, 2021 which addresses needs while balancing economic conditions. The 2022 City tax levy is $30,990,539 as compared to $29,666,408 in 2021.

Personnel Investment

• One new police officer to help with incre...

Tuesday, Jan. 18 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the January 18, 2022 meeting:

• Accepted a $700 donation from the family of Bob Thistle for a park bench at Lions Coon Creek Park.
• Accepted a $1,000 donation from Eugene Merriam for the Coon Rapids Fire D...