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Community education programs and classes:

• Archery

• Ballroom, Hawaiian, Tahitian and square dancing instruction

• Basketball, softball, volleyball and football

• Business consulting services

• Computer classes

• Cooking classes

• CPR/First Aid

• Day camps with drawing instruction, sculpture instruction, skateboarding, ice hockey, acting instruction and chess

• Field trips

• Fishing

• Foreign language instruction

• Golf

• Gym games

• Knitting instruction

• Mature driver training

• Painting classes

• Parenting classes

• Parenting skills development

• Personal finance instruction

• Photography instruction

• Sewing instruction

• Sign language instruction

• Swimming lessons, aquatic exercise and lifeguard training

• T'ai Chi Ch-uan, swimming, exercise classes/groups and aerobics

• Woodworking instruction

• Writing instruction

• Youth Development/Youth Service: Programs involving high school youth in service learning opportunities in the community. Portion of funding is used to provide integration support to youth with disabilities into existing community education programs.

Mayor and City Council Members

• Member contact information

Administration

• Community garden
• Information on rental of community center
• Oversees city department operations, accounts payable and receivable, community development, and utility billing

Economic Development

• Helps with the development of new businesses and properties throughout the City
• Helps retain and redevelop businesses

Elections

• Ballot information, election information, voter registration, and voting absentee/voting early

Planning and Zoning Department

• Maintains the City's Comprehensive Plan, which establishes overall goals and policies for community development, revitalization, maintenance, and growth. The Zoning Ordinance is the principal tool used to regulate land uses and development standards. Produces many maps, development lists, reports, and presentations for the public.
• Responsible for issuing permits for buildings, chickens, fencing, peddlers, and signs

Public Works

• General Public Works department email [email protected]; address 51569 Forest Boulevard, Rush City, MN 55069; after hour emergency, call (320)416-2076
• Includes maintenance of all public parks, properties, and facilities, sanitary sewer services, water treatment, and distribution
• Operates a compost site near the Public Works garage. The site is open for drop-off of leaves and grass and for pickup of free compost.

• Adult services, including consumer information

• Children's services and programs, including story hour

• Computer classes

• Homebound service delivers audiobooks, books, magazines, movies, and other library materials to individuals who cannot get out of their homes

• Information and entertainment through book loan, eBooks, newspapers, audiobooks, eMagazines, magazines, and videos

• Interlibrary loan is used to request titles not owned by Anoka County Library

• Library hold lockers for use outside of non-business hours at Johnsville, Mississippi, Northtown, and Saint Francis branches.

• Microfilm readers and copy machines

• Meeting space at Centennial, Crooked Lake, Johnsville, Mississippi, Northtown and Rum River branches

• Public Internet access computers at each library available on a first come first serve basis.

• Printers and copy machines available at each library

• Reference center with access to government documents at Northtown

• Wireless internet access is available at all libraries

• Information on foreign trade affairs

• International business counseling services assist individuals and businesses in exporting their products and/or services

• International divisions are located in consulates and embassies, both domestic and foreign

• Computer Classes: Business Resources, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Word 2010, Your Library Online, and more

• Copier and scanner

• Home library service

• iLab with makerspace technologies

• Interlibrary loans

• Online research tools

• Print and non-print materials including regular and large print books, books on CD, paperbacks, music CDs, video games, audio tapes, DVDs, described videos, newspapers, pamphlets, and magazines

• Public meeting rooms

• Reference and information services including Internet and web access

• Sponsors and hosts book clubs

• Streaming and downloadable media (audiobooks, eBooks, movies, music, and television programs)

• Storytimes and summer reading program for youth

A matched savings program for individuals striving to create a savings account. The program requires:

• Earned income must be used towards purchasing their first home, starting a business, or pursuing post-secondary education

• Participants must agree to be involved in budget counseling and setting financial goals

• Participants save up money in an individual savings account, and the program deposits $3 for every $1 the individual deposits in the account

• Advances economic growth by providing gap financing and business for new, existing, or transitioning businesses, as well as technical assistance and training

• Enhances economic and social growth of southwest Minnesota through giving and grant making

• Funds and giving tools to help donors meet their unique philanthropic goals

• Invests in projects and programs that will enrich the region with a focus on economic advancement, renewable energy, community leadership, and early childhood initiatives

Mayor and City Council Members:

• Member contact information: https://ci.sauk-rapids.mn.us/index.asp?SEC=92C42306-A5DD-4050-84DA-352AE8F8A8D4

Departments:

• Administration

• Building Department: Issues building and electrical permits, delivers code enforcement and inspections

• City Attorney

• Community Development: Maintains the City's Comprehensive Plan, which establishes overall goals and policies for community development, revitalization, maintenance, and growth. The Zoning Ordinance is the principal tool used to regulate land uses and development standards. Produces maps, development lists, reports, and presentations for the public.

• Economic Development Authority

• Election

• Finance Department: Coordination and planning of all city financial information including annual budget and tax levy. Processes accounts receivable, accounts payable, and utility billing

• License and Permit: Includes animal, firework, liquor, mobile food unit, peddler/merchant, sign, and special event permit

• Parks and Recreation: Includes a variety of parks and trails. The Clearing features an interactive water feature and an all inclusive playground.

• Planning and zoning

• Public works: Includes maintenance of all public parks, properties, and facilities, sanitary sewer services, street repairs and sweeping, snow removal, storm drainage system, and water supply. Also offers recycling and garbage information

• Sauk Rapids Compost Site: Compost Site located 1 1/4 miles North of Golden Spike Road on County Road 57. Reserved for single-family use and requires a sticker permit. to access the site. Visit website for more information or call (320)258-5319.

Mayor and City Council Members

• Member contact information: https://www.westconcordmn.com/city-officials

?Administration

• Responsible for directing staff on the implementation of policies set by the City Council. Oversees all department heads, coordinates the day-to-day operations, prepares and administers the city budget, works as the planning and zoning administrator, prepares the city council agenda, administers city elections, and is the key contact for economic development within the city

Building Permits and City Codes ?Elections Economic Development Authority (EDA) Park and Recreation

• Offers swimming pool (seasonal), tennis court/pickleball court, sand volleyball, basketball court, playground areas, and outdoor ice rink in the winter

Public Library

• 9:30 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday and 12 noon - 4 pm Saturday

• (507)527-2668 ext. 3, [email protected]

Public works ?- City compost, snow removal, water and sewer

• Materials: AV sets, books, business directories, compact discs, large print books, magazines, newspapers, eBooks, downloadable audio books, videos, books on CD and audio, and DVDs

• Services: Online catalog, reference assistance, Internet access, electronic magazine access, inter-library loan services, preschool story times, summer reading program, homebound services, meeting rooms for public use (at some branches), and copy machines

Outreach and support for the Black, Indigenous, or People of Color entrepreneur includes entrepreneurial technical assistance, access to capital, a peer network support system, referrals, advocacy, and business coaching services.

Mayor and City Council Member Contact Information Administration:

• City Administrator/Clerk: works as planning and zoning administrator and administers city elections
• City Bookkeeper handles the city's monthly water and sewer billings

Economic Development Authority:

• Primary focus includes promotion and attraction of new and expanding business and industry throughout the region
• Seeks to utilize economic tools and incentives to spur development and enhance business climate. Offers a Revolving Loan Fund, Tax Increment Financing, Minnesota's JOBZ tax incentive program, and assistance in obtaining state, federal and business financial loans or grants.

Parks and Recreation:

• Provides park facilities reservations on a first-come, first-serve basis and a fee is required. Park programs available for all ages.

Streets/Parks:

• Responsible for maintenance of city roadways and alleys and snow removal
• Lions Park
• West Park
• Boat landing and city swimming beach

Water:?- Responsible for water treatment plant operation, sewer treatment plant operation, and also maintenance, testing and record keeping

Mayor and City Council:

• Member contact information

City Departments:

• Administration: Responsible for the administrative management of the City, municipal finance, interdepartmental coordination, and personnel management

• Clerk/Treasurer: Responsible for processing the payroll and conducting elections in election years. Directs local elections including preparing ballots, supplies polling places, post notices of election, coordinates details with the County, and certify results for the Council

• Economic Development Authority: Proposes specific economic development plans, projects, or strategies to enhance the economic strength of the community

• Building Department: Reviews building permit applications and conducts buidling inspections

• Finance: Responsible for the City's financial budgets, assisting with banking, and processing payroll claims

• Public Works: Provides a range of services, including street construction, roadside landscape maintenance, street sweeping, street light service, storm sewers, water, wastewater, storm sewer, snow plowing, and solid waste. Also, oversees the community gardens. Public Works address is located at 700 Lewis Avenue North.

• Utility Billing: Provides water connection services and repair for the City

Administers grants and contracts from the Older Americans Act (OAA) to community agencies, organizations, and units of government that provide services to older adults and caregivers

Information on:

• Passport applications and renewals

• Zip codes

• Post office locations and hours of operation

• Mailing costs

• General information about mail and tracking packages

Focuses on: - New business creation - Business expansion - Outside business recruitment

• Technical assistance to organizations and individuals in the area of historical preservation

?- Grants management office including providing small grants to nonprofit organizations involved in the collection, dissemination, and preservation of historical records

Annual grant process to support agencies and organizations serving individuals in UWNEMN's service area.

• Amount of support varies for each agency and organization.

• Applications are reviewed by UWNEMN's Board of Director, and qualifying agencies are interviewed by panels of board members and community members

• Must be able to show how an agency or program addresses an issue within UWNEMN's investment plan.

• Materials: AV sets, books, business directories, compact discs, large print books, magazines, newspapers, eBooks, downloadable audio books, videos, books on CD and audio, and DVDs

• Services: Online catalog, reference assistance, Internet access, electronic magazine access, inter-library loan services, preschool story times, summer reading program, homebound services, meeting rooms for public use (at some branches), and copy machines

• Gives grants and loans to help bring homes and facilities up to licensing standards

• Some emergency money if at risk of closing due to compliance issues

Mayor and City Council:

• Member contact information

City Departments:

• Administration

• Building Inspections: Provides field inspections, zoning enforcement, building permits, sign persmits, and recreational fire permits. Intake phone number (952)895-4444. Fax number (952)895-4512.

• City Clerk/Elections

• Community Services: Promotes programs and services to help build a better neighborhood. Intake phone number (952)895-4509. Fax number (952)895-4462.

• Economic Development: Administers financial incentives to encourage business development. Hours are open 8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday.

• Licensing: Licenses including liquor, tobacco and gambling. Intake phone number (952)895-4460.

• Rental Licensing and Code Enforcement: Rental licensing and property maintenance. Intake phone number (952)895-4440.

• Natural Resources: Provides habitat management, ecological restoration in natural areas, surface water management, wildlife management programs, urban forest management, natural resources public education, and develop plans for environmental impacts. Intake phone number (952)895-4550. Address is located at 13713 Frontier Lane.

• Planning Division: Provides development review, studies, zoning, flood plain information, mapping, legal documentation of land use regulations, development decisions, and redevelopment/improvement grant applications

• Public Works: Responsible for maintenance, repair, and snow plowing of local streets and cul-de-sacs. Also responsible for maintaining traffic signals, street name and regulatory signs, storm sewer and ponding areas, pavement markings, and tree trimming along boulevards. Intake phone number (952)895-4555. Fax number (952)895-4531. Hours are open 7 am - 3:30 pm Monday - Friday.

• Utility Billing: Provides services and billing for costs associated with fresh water delivery and waste water removal. Intake phone number (952)895-4480. Email address [email protected]. Payment mailing address is City of Burnsville PO Box 77025 Minneapolis, MN 55480.

NOTE: Not accepting applications at this time. Check website for updated information. Provides loans, loan guarantees, and grants that enable rural property owners to develop and rehabilitate properties for low-income, elderly, individuals living with a disability, families, and domestic laborers. Works directly with farm labor housing loan properties to subsidize rents for low-income tenants who cannot afford to pay their full rent. Additional services include:

• Subsidized loans for construction or rehabilitation of rental housing complexes in rural communities to serve very-low and low-income households

• Directory of Rural Development-financed complexes with location and contact information for prospective residents

• Rent subsidy vouchers to protect eligible tenants who may face hardship if they cannot find affordable housing (available at most complexes)

• Uses a variety of tools to revitalize and preserve the physical and financial health of properties currently in the USDA's rural rental portfolio

Provides the following housing services:

• Housing rehabilitation loans

• Loan referrals

• Small business assistance

NOTE: Not accepting applications at this time. Check website for updated information. Provides loans, loan guarantees, and grants that enable rural property owners to develop and rehabilitate properties for low-income, elderly, individuals living with a disability, families, and domestic laborers. Works directly with farm labor housing loan properties to subsidize rents for low-income tenants who cannot afford to pay their full rent. Additional services include:

• Subsidized loans for construction or rehabilitation of rental housing complexes in rural communities to serve very-low and low-income households

• Directory of Rural Development-financed complexes with location and contact information for prospective residents

• Rent subsidy vouchers to protect eligible tenants who may face hardship if they cannot find affordable housing (available at most complexes)

• Uses a variety of tools to revitalize and preserve the physical and financial health of properties currently in the USDA's rural rental portfolio