Understanding Elder Abuse

Minnesota's senior population is on the rise and with it we have seen an increase in reported cases of elder abuse. The issue is a major focus of the Anoka County Attorney's Office, which has been a leader in the fight against elder abuse in Minnesota.

Preventing Domestic Abuse

In response to high numbers of domestic homicides, multiple Anoka County law enforcement, criminal justice and community agencies joined forces to develop a LAP, which aims to better identify and protect high-risk victims of domestic violence.

Addressing Truancy

Studies show a link between truancy and criminal activity, which can have a negative ripple effect on a person's future opportunities. By addressing truancy, we can improve the lives of our children and give them a chance to choose a better path.

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• The Alert Center allows visitors to stay up to date on potentially disruptive, non-life threatening events such as road closures, parking alerts, boil water advisories, and more. Active alerts will display at the top of the website. Visitors can also sign...

Example News Title

• The Alert Center allows visitors to stay up to date on potentially disruptive, non-life threatening events such as road closures, parking alerts, boil water advisories, and more. Active alerts will display at the top of the website. Visitors can also sign...

Example News Title

• The Alert Center allows visitors to stay up to date on potentially disruptive, non-life threatening events such as road closures, parking alerts, boil water advisories, and more. Active alerts will display at the top of the website. Visitors can also sign...

988 Suicide and Crisis Prevention

Lifeline Chat and Text is a service of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline), connecting individuals with crisis counselors for emotional support and other services via web chat or SMS texting.

County Board Briefs —11-14-23

November Proclaimed Adoption Awareness Month 

The board adopted a resolution proclaiming November Adoption Awareness Month. In 2023, Anoka County finalized the adoptions of 32 children. Of the 30 children who are wards of the state, seven of those...

County Board Briefs –– 10-24-2023

MMEO Receives 2023 Autism BrainNet Appreciation Award 

The board recognized the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office for being the recipient of the 2023 Autism BrainNet Appreciation Award from the Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative. The awa...

County Board Briefs –– 10-10-23

Longtime Employees Recognized

The board recognized employees who recently celebrated milestone work anniversaries. The longest-serving employee recognized BY the board has worked for Anoka County for 35 years. To watch the video on this item, click HERE. &...

County Board Briefs –– 9-26-23

Forensic Laboratory Wins Efficiency Award

The Midwest Regional Forensic Laboratory, housed in the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, was recently awarded its fourth consecutive Project Foresight Maximus Award, which is given to laboratories that perf...

County Board Briefs –– 9-12-23

New Traffic Control System Planned at Lexington Ave, 122^nd Ave.

Anoka County, in partnership with the City of Blaine, is preparing plans to install a new traffic control signal system at the intersection of Lexington Avenue NE and 122^nd Avenue NE. To facil...

County Board Briefs –– 8-22-23

Contract Approved for Cabling at New Emergency Communications Center

The board approved a contract with All State Communications of Sauk Rapids to provide cabling needed for the new Emergency Communications Center and Radio Shop. For more information on th...

County Board Briefs –– 8-8-2023

Donation Accepted to Anoka County Attorney’s Office

The Anoka County Children and Family Council donated $4,742.56 to the Anoka County Attorney’s Office, in sponsorship of a weeklong mock trial camp put on through Anoka County Justice P...

County Board Briefs –– 7-27-23

Cannabis Free Policy Adopted for Anoka County Property

During the 2023 session, the Minnesota Legislature approved a bill legalizing adult-use cannabis, which becomes effective Aug. 1. In response to this new legislation, the board adopted a policy that ba...

County Board Briefs –– 7-11-23

Anoka County Fair is July 20-25

This year, the Anoka County Fair runs Tuesday, July 25, to Sunday, July 30. The fair includes a variety of tasty foods, rides, the talent show, the always-popular tractor pull, and plenty of gifted musicians will share their...

County Board Briefs –– 6-27-23

Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office Director Receives Award

Shane Sheets, director of the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office, based in Ramsey, recently received a Health Care Hero Award from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal for th...

County Board Briefs –– 6-13-23

Juneteenth Designated County Holiday

The Minnesota Legislature passed a bill designating Juneteenth as an official holiday, which is to go into effect Aug. 1. The board adopted a resolution accepting Juneteenth as a holiday before the actual date (June 19^t...

County Board Briefs –– 5-23-23

Temporary Pavement Project Approved in Preparation for Ramsey Gateway 

The board adopted a resolution authorizing Anoka County to enter into a cooperative agreement with MnDOT for temporary pavement surfacing and access accommodations along U.S. H...

County Board Briefs –– 5-9-23

May Proclaimed Mental Health Month in Anoka County

Denise Kirmis, manager of Anoka County Behavioral Health and Adult Services, attended the board meeting to speak about mental health in Anoka County, and the board adopted a resolution proclaiming May as M...

County Board Briefs –– 4-11-23

April 9-15 proclaimed National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

To honor all of Anoka County’s emergency telecommunicators, the board proclaimed April 9-15 Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. These employees perform an essential function in...

County Board Briefs –– 3-28-23

Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office Provides Annual Report

Dr. Quinn Piper, who has been the chief medical examiner for the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office since 2009, provided the board with a summary of deaths her office investigated ...

County Board Briefs –– 03-14-23

Mosquito Control District Presents Annual Report

Alex Carlson, Metropolitan Mosquito Control District public affairs manager, and Dave Dirkswager, MMCD regional operational manager, attended the board meeting to present MMCD’s annual report. Carl...

County Board Briefs –– 2-28-23

Transportation Department Thanked for Work During Snowstorm

Board Chair Matt Look expressed the board’s gratitude to the county’s Transportation Department for all their work in clearing the roads during the snowstorm last week, which d...

County Board Briefs –– 1-24-23

Blaine Resident Recognized for Selfless Act

The board recognized Blaine resident Tracy Peck, who was recently featured on CNN and CBS News for her selfless act of giving two Yugoslavian refugee girls $100 and her own earrings in an envelope on a plane in 1...

County Board Briefs –– 1-3-22 regular meeting

Committee meets with State Auditor

Commissioner Matt Look, former chair of the internal audit committee, noted when the committee met for the last time in 2022 they conducted a meeting with the state auditor about the county’s annual audit, which will be c...

County Board Briefs org meeting –– 1-3-23

Commissioner Matt Look Elected Board Chair

District 1 Anoka County Commissioner Matt Look was elected chair of the County Board of Commissioners during the Jan. 3, 2023, organizational meeting. To read the news release, which includes his committee assignm...

County Board Briefs –– 12-13-22

 Dec. 14 Proclaimed Health and Human Services Worker Day

Gov. Tim Walz proclaimed Dec. 14 as Health and Human Services Worker Day in the state, and the board acknowledged this announcement by commending Anoka County’s HHS workers for the...

County Board Briefs –– 12-2-22

Board Approves 2023 Legislative Platform

The board voted to approve the 2023 legislative platform, which includes several transportation items, a request for in-house Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program training, correction of revenue streams within ...

County Board Briefs –– 11-22-22

Various Factors to Affect 2023 Property Taxes

Scott Schulte, chair of the Anoka County Board of Commissioners, took some time during the meeting to note that the board was able to accomplish a zero percent levy increase next year, but residential propertie...

County Board Briefs –– 11-8-22

 Economic Development Director Gives Report

Anoka County’s new Economic Development Director, Gregory Fraham-Gilles, gave a presentation to the board about the Anoka County Regional Economic Development partnership, which is a collaborat...

County Board Briefs –– 10-25-2022

 Community Corrections Director Receives Award

The board recognized Anoka County Community Corrections Director Dylan Warkentin for receiving a 2022 Jack Young Award for Excellence in Community Corrections during the Minnesota Association of Commu...

County Board Briefs –– 10-11-22

Palumbo Honored for Years of Service 

During the previous regular County Board meeting, several county employees were recognized for their many years of service to Anoka County. Anoka County Attorney Tony Palumbo, who has been with the county for ...

County Board Briefs –– 9-27-22

October Proclaimed Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The board adopted a resolution proclaiming October 2022 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Anoka County.  On average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partne...

County Board Briefs –– 9-13-22

Employees Recognized for Years of Service 

The board recognized some of the men and women who have spent much of their careers working for Anoka County. The board commended employees who had been with the county for 30, 35 and 45 years. To watch t...

County Board Briefs –– 8-9-22

Donations Accepted from Patrons and Friends of AC Library

The board accepted donations from the Patrons and Friends of the Anoka County Library. In total, these donations total about $16,000. For more information on this item, click HERE.

Grant Agreement Ap...

County Board Briefs –– 7-26-22

Anoka County Fair is July 26-31

The board noted this year’s Anoka County Fair runs July 26 to 31. In addition to all its regular offerings, the fair is a fantastic opportunity to connect with neighbors and learn about the programs and initiatives...

County Board Briefs –– 7-12-22

Board Recognizes Probation, Parole Services Employees

As Part of National Probation and Parole Services Week in Anoka County, the board recognized the county’s employees who work in this field. To watch the presentation, click HERE.

Grant Funded P...

County Board Briefs –– 6-28-22

Gifts Accepted for MedLink Luncheon

The board accepted monetary donations to the Anoka County Transportation Division Transit Office, for the purpose of funding the Sept. 28, 2021 MedLink Volunteer Luncheon. MedLink coordinates volunteers who generously gi...

County Board Briefs –– 6-14-22

Attorneys Receive Awards from Bar Association

The board recognized Anoka County attorneys Tony Palumbo and Anne Zimmerman for receiving awards from the Minnesota State Bar Association Public Law Section. Palumbo, who has worked for the Anoka County Attorne...

County Board Briefs –– 5-24-22

County to Sell Parcel of Land in Ramsey

The board approved the sale of county-owned property at 8175 Riverdale Dr. NW in the City of Ramsey. This is land that was originally acquired through condemnation for the purpose of constructing the Armstrong Boulev...

County Board Briefs –– 5-10-22

May Proclaimed Mental Health Month in Anoka County

The board adopted a resolution proclaiming May as Mental Health Month in Anoka County. Denise Kirmis, Anoka County Behavioral Health and Adult Services manager, provided information to the board about ment...

County Board Briefs –– 4-26-22

Board Recognizes Correctional Officers 

The board commended Anoka County’s correctional officers as part of National Correctional Officers Week, which this year is May 1 to 7. Also present to offer praise to the officers were Anoka Count...

County Board Briefs –– 4-12-22

Medical Examiner Provides Annual Report

Dr. Quinn Strobl, the chief medical examiner for the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office, was present at the board meeting to provide the office’s annual report for Anoka County. Of note for 2021: t...

County Board Briefs –– 3-22-22

April 4-10 Proclaimed Public Health Week 

Coinciding with National Public Health Week, the board proclaimed April 4-10 as Public Health Week in Anoka County. Jonelle Hubbard, director of Anoka County Public Health and Environmental Services, spoke...

County Board Briefs –– 3-8-22

Board Hears Presentation from Mosquito Control District

The board listened to the annual presentation by the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District, which this year was represented by Dr. Stephen Manweiller. He spoke to the board about yearly trends, how h...

County Board Briefs –– 2-22-22

Board Hears Presentation on Regional Economic Development

Samantha Markman, Anoka County’s economic development director, provided the board with a presentation about the work of the Anoka County Regional Economic Development Partnership (ACRED), between A...

County Board Briefs –– 2-8-22

Board Remembers Former Commissioner Al Kordiak

During chair’s remarks, Commissioner Scott Schulte took some time to talk about former Anoka County Commissioner Al Kordiak, who recently passed away. Kordiak was a pillar of the board and the commun...

County Board Briefs ––1-25-22

Anoka County Human Services Manager Wins Outstanding Service Award

Cindy Cesare, Anoka County Human Services Division manager, recently won a 2021 Association of Minnesota Counties’ (AMC) Outstanding Service Award for exhibiting excellence, innov...

County Board Briefs –– 1-4-22

Commissioner Scott Schulte Elected Chair of Anoka County Board 

Commissioner Scott Schulte was elected chair of the seven-member Anoka County Board of Commissioners at its Jan. 4, 2022, organizational meeting. He was also named chair of the Transp...

County Board Briefs — 12-14-21

Commissioner Schulte Receives AMC President’s Award

Anoka County Commissioner Scott Schulte received the 2021 Association of Minnesota Counties’ (AMC) President’s Award for years of dedicated service and exemplary leadership i...

County Board Briefs –– 12-3-21

Board Adopts Final budget, levy for 2022

The board adopted the final budget for 2022, which includes a flat property tax levy. The 2022 budget reflects the priorities of the county to provide safe roads and eliminate congestion; work with residents to impr...

County Board Briefs –– 11-23-21

Library Director Presents Annual Report

Anoka County Library Director Colleen Haubner presented the board the annual report for the Anoka County Library system. To watch the video on this item, click HERE.

Dick Lang, Former Board Member, Passes Away

Dick Lan...

County Board Briefs –– 11-9-21

November is National Adoption Awareness Month

The board recognized November as National Adoption Awareness Month and asked Jess Van Kuyk, manager of Anoka County Children and Family Services, and Jill Davis, supervisor of the permanency unit in Children an...

County Board Briefs — 10-26-21

IT Director Says Positions Available in Anoka County

Anoka County Information and Technology Director Susan Vreeland presented the board with a list of upcoming initiatives by her department, and she noted positions are available in the county’s ...

County Board Briefs –– 10-12-21

Board Hears Veteran Service Office Report

John Kriesel, Anoka County veteran services officer, presented the board with the annual Anoka County Veteran Services Office report, noting that Anoka County is home to more than 21,000 veterans, which is the four...

County Board Briefs –– 9/28/21

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The board adopted a resolution naming October Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Anoka County and noted Anoka County is working hard to raise awareness about this important issue. In the U.S., on average, near...

County Board Briefs –– 9-14-21

Longtime Employees Recognized

Employees who have worked at the county for 30 and 35 years were recognized by the board for their service. To watch the presentation, click HERE.

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

The board recognized Sep...

County Board Briefs –– 8-24/21

West Freeway Drive in Columbus to be Reconstructed

The board approved a professional services contract with SRF Consulting Group for the reconstruction and realignment of West Freeway Drive in the City of Columbus. This project is slated for the 2023 const...

County Board Briefs –– 8-10-21

Right Turn Lanes to be Added on Constance Boulevard

The board entered into a joint powers agreement with the City of Ham Lake for the addition of right-hand turn lanes on Constance Boulevard, at Tippecanoe Street, in the City of Ham Lake. For more informat...

County Board Briefs — 7-27-2021

July 27 Proclaimed County Staff Appreciation Day 

The board proclaimed July 27 County Staff Appreciation Day. This was a recognition of all county staff statewide, as Governor Walz chose July 27 to acknowledge the exemplary efforts of county staff...

County Board Briefs –– 7-13-21

July 20-25 is the Anoka County Fair 

After a hiatus last year due to the pandemic, the Anoka County Fair is back and scheduled to run Tuesday, July 20, through Sunday, July 25. The board invited Mike Ahlers, president of the Anoka County Fair Boar...

County Board Briefs 6-22-21

Several Resolutions Approved Regarding Ramsey Gateway Project 

The board approved several resolutions related to the acquisition of right-of-way for the Ramsey Gateway Project, all which concern intersections along U.S. Highways 10 and 169 in the ...

County Board Briefs 6-8-21

Contract Approved for Coon Rapids Blvd./Blackfoot St. Design

The board approved a professional services contract with SEH, Inc. for the preliminary and final design services for intersection improvements on Coon Rapids Boulevard at Blackfoot Street in the ...

County Board Briefs –– 5-25-21

Board Receives Update on Columbia Heights TIF Plan

The board received an update from Columbia Heights Community Development Director Aaron Chirpich about the proposed establishment of the Alatus tax increment financing district, located near Central and 44...

County Board Briefs –– 5-11-21

Compact roundabout approved in Fridley

The board approved entering into a professional services contract with WSB Engineering for improvements at the intersection of Old Central Avenue and Gardena Avenue N.E. in the City of Fridley. This work will include ...

County Board Briefs –– 4-27-21

Anoka County Employees Receive Awards of Excellence

The board recognized several county employees and groups of employees during the biannual awards of excellence presentation. The awards were submitted by fellow employees and encompassed several categorie...

County Board Briefs –– 4-13-21

New Economic Development Director Introduced

Samantha Markman, whose hiring was approved at the March 23 board meeting, introduced herself to the board. Markman last served as the economic development coordinator for the City of Faribault. To read the news...

County Board Briefs –– 3-23-21

Board Hears County Website Annual Report 

Barb Young, Anoka County digital communications coordinator, presented the board with the Anoka County website annual report. Young noted, due to COVID-19, activity on the website increased over the past y...

County Board Briefs –– 3-9-21

Board Details Annual Medical Examiner’s Report 

Scott Schulte, chair, Anoka County Board of Commissioners, briefly detailed the 2020 annual report, submitted by the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office. Some points of note on the ...

County Board Briefs –– 2-23-21

Board Reclassifies Economic Development Position

Following the departure of Anoka County’s economic development specialist, the board reclassified the job as an economic development director position. The economic development specialist position ...

County Board Briefs –– 2-9-2021

Several Transportation Items Approved

The board voted to approve multiple transportation items. Those items include:

1. A contract amendment for design services for the reconstruction of Foley Boulevard, from East River Road to Coon Rapids Boulevard in Coon Ra...

County Board Briefs –– 1-26-21

Two Anoka County Departments win AMC Awards

Anoka County received two Association of Minnesota Counties Awards during AMC’s annual conference Dec. 7, which this year was held virtually due to COVID-19. The board recognized both departments during...

County Board Briefs –– 12-22-20

Board Approves Temporary Extension of Business Licenses 

During an emergency board meeting Dec. 22, the board approved a temporary extension of business renewal licenses for food, beverage and lodging establishments that have been affected by COVI...

County Board Briefs –– 12-15-20

Jam Hops Named Small Business of the Year

The board recognized local business Jam Hops Gymnastics Factory for winning the Dream Big Small Business of the Year Award, which was presented to the business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Big Week f...

County Board Briefs –– 11-24-20

Board Commends Employees for Work Amid COVID-19

The board took time at the beginning of the meeting to commend all Anoka County employees for their hard work to ensure citizens keep receiving county services during the COVID-19 pandemic. To watch the prese...

County Board Briefs –– 11-10-20

Improvements to be Made at 47/Bunker Lake Boulevard Intersection

The board approved entering into a joint powers agreement with the cities of Anoka and Ramsey for improvements at Highway 47 and Bunker Lake Boulevard intersection in the cities of Anoka and ...

County Board Briefs –– 10-27-2020

Longtime Employees Recognized

The board recognized more than two dozen employees for their years of service. Several employees were commended for 30 and 35 years of service, and the board also recognized one 40-year employee. The cumulative amount of servi...

County Board Briefs –– 10-13-2020

Board Presents Public Health and Environment Awards

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners recognized two individuals and two groups as part of this year’s Public Health & Environmental Awards. The individual awards went to Connie Moore, the...

County Board Briefs –– 9-22-20

Job Training Center Staff Receive Award

The board recognized the Anoka County Job Center staff for receiving a Promising Practices Award from the Minnesota Association of Workforce Boards. This award was for the staff’s development of a Cohort Mo...

County Board Briefs –– 9-8-20

Emergency Management Coordinator Position Added

Anoka County currently has one emergency management coordinator. Due to the duties and responsibilities of this position increasing, the board approved adding another full-time-equivalent coordinator position...

County Board Briefs –– 8-25-20

County Partners with MnDOT to improve Highways 10/169

The board adopted resolutions authorizing Anoka County to enter into a local road improvement agreement with MnDOT for right-of-way acquisition and design services related to scheduled improvements on U...

County Board Briefs –– 8-11-20

• Due to technical difficulties, video for this meeting is not available. 

Centenarians Recognized 

Commissioner Scott Schulte, chair, Anoka County Board of Board of Commissioners, noted at the beginning of the meeting that four C...

County Board Briefs –– 7-28-20

Employees Recognized with Awards of Excellence

The board commended several Anoka County employees who had gone above and beyond in their job duties to support their coworkers and to ensure the public is being served in the most thorough manner possible dur...

County Board Briefs –– 7-14-20

County Board Briefs –– 7-14-20

Donation of $10,000 Accepted from Friends of Anoka County Library

The Friends of Anoka County Library, a group that raises funds and awareness of library services, programs and materials, donated $10,000 to...

County Board Briefs –– 6-23-20

Property Records and Taxation Division Manager Retires 

The board recognized longtime employee Jonell Sawyer for her 36 years of service to the county in the Property Records and Taxation department. Sawyer, who most recently served as the divisio...

County Board Briefs –– 6-9-20

Board Approves Resolution Recognizing, Respecting and Supporting Diversity

The board adopted a resolution that recognizes diversity in Anoka County and stands against discrimination. To read the resolution, click HERE. To watch the video on this i...

County Board Briefs –– 5-26-20

Central Communications Department Renamed ‘Emergency Communications’

The Anoka County Central Communications Department, which answers 9-1-1 calls for citizens of the county and provides dispatch services for all 11 law enforcement agen...

County Board Briefs –– 5-12-20

Board Recognizes Nurses 

The board recognized National Nurses Week in Anoka County by honoring the men and women who serve our society in this role. As part of this presentation, Anoka County Human Services Division Manager Cindy Cesare spoke abou...

County Board Briefs ­­–– 4-28-20

Board Recognizes Peace Officers 

The board recognized all Anoka County peace officers as part of National Peace Officers Week, which this year is May 10 to 16. Law enforcement in Anoka County is composed of the Anoka County Sheriff’s Off...

County Board Briefs –– 4-14-20

Emergency Management Director Provides Update

Anoka County Emergency Management Director Terry Stoltzman provided an update about the coronavirus situation in Anoka County and also noted this week is Severe Weather Awareness Week and National Public Safety...

County Board Briefs –– 3-31-20

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to conduct business in relation to the coronavirus outbreak. 

Anoka County Continues State of Emergency

The board voted to continue the local state of emergency declared March 16. The b...

County Board Briefs ––3-24-20

Board Briefs – 3-24-20

Note: Due to public health social distancing guidelines established to help reduce the spread of coronavirus, Anoka County Board of Commissioners Chairman Scott Schulte was the only commissioner in the boardroom for the mee...

County Board Briefs — 3-10-20

Emergency Management Director Receives State Award

Anoka County Emergency Management Director Terry Stoltzman recently received an Outstanding Community Partnership Award from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety — division of Homeland Secur...

County Board Briefs 2-25-20

Commissioner Jeff Reinert Sworn into Office

Prior to the board’s regular meeting, Commissioner Jeff Reinert, who now represents District 6, was sworn into office. Voters selected Reinert to fill the vacancy, created when Rhonda Sivarajah became c...

County Board Briefs — 2-11-20

Board Hears Annual County Website Report 

Barbara Young, Anoka County digital communications coordinator, presented the board with an annual report on the county’s public-facing website, which included several statistics about how the pu...

County Board Briefs – 1-28-20

Human Services Mentorship Program Wins AMC Award

Anoka County received a 2019 Association of Minnesota Counties Award for its Human Services Leadership Mentorship Program, which was developed to connect new leaders to more experienced staff for increased s...

County Board Briefs — 1-7-20

ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

Commissioner Scott Schulte Elected Chair of Anoka County Board

District 7 Anoka County Commissioner Scott Schulte was elected chair of the Anoka County Board of Commissioners, with Commissioner Julie Braastad being elected vice chair....

County Board Briefs — 12-17-19

County IT Department Receives Two ‘Golden GOVIT’ Awards 

The Anoka County Information Technology Department recently received two “Golden GOVIT” awards for innovations that reduce waste, save time and make p...

County Board Briefs — 11-26-19

County Employees Receive Awards of Excellence 

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners presented several employees with awards of excellence. Nominations for these awards were submitted by fellow employees. Among the winners were: Susan R Anderson...

County Board Briefs –– 11-12-19

Economic Assistance Director Wins Award

The board recognized Brad Thiel, director of the Anoka County Economic Assistance Department, for the work he’s done at the Minnesota Legislature that resulted in securing more funding statewide for child s...

County Board Briefs — 10-22-19

Law Library Director Receives Statewide Award

The board commended John Murphy, Anoka County Law Library Director, for being recognized by Minnesota Lawyer as an “Unsung Legal Hero” for the work he’s done to enhance the library...

County Board Briefs — 10-8-19

Board Hears Annual Report of Veteran Services Office 

Anoka County Veteran Services Officer John Kriesel gave the board an update on the activities of his office. He noted Anoka County is home to more than 21,000 veterans. These brave men and wome...

County Board Briefs — 9-24-19

Board Declares October Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Anoka County 

To raise awareness about domestic violence, the Anoka County Board of Commissioners declared October Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Anoka County. Present at the meetin...

County Board Briefs — 9-10-19

Bunker Beach Staff, Other Responders Recognized for Lifesaving Actions

Several Bunker Beach Water Park Staff and other first responders were recognized at the meeting for their heroic actions the morning of Aug. 7 that resulted in saving the life of a 2-ye...

County Board Briefs — 8-27-19

Recognitions Presented for Involvement with Veterans Memorial Project

Under Chair’s Remarks, the board took time to recognize everyone who was involved in the planning, fundraising and construction of the veterans’ memorial at Coon Lake County Park. In att...

County Board Briefs — 8-13-19

ACTION ITEMS

• All action items were unanimous. 

Two Positions Added in Corrections

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners approved adding two positions to Human Services/Community Corrections. One is a probation officer, and the second is a social w...

County Board Briefs — 7-23-19

ACTION ITEMS

• All items except the reclassification of an employee were unanimous.

Grant Secured for Crime Victim Services

The board accepted grant funding from a division of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety in the amount of $279,028 to be used to ex...

County Board Briefs — 7-9-19

Anoka County Fair Scheduled July 23-28

The Anoka County Fair will run July 23-28 at 3200 St. Francis Blvd., Anoka. The fair features 4-H exhibits, grandstand events including motocross racing, bull riding, tractors pulls, an ATV big air event and a demo de...

County Board Briefs — 6-25-19

ACTION ITEMS – All of the following items were approved unanimously

Resolution of Support Approved for Road Projects

The board approved a resolution of support for various road and bridge projects in Anoka County for the 2020 legislative session. ...

County Board Briefs — 6-11-19

Board Recognizes Longtime Employees 

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners recognized county employees at the meeting who have worked for the county for 30 and 35 years. In total, 29 employees were commended with certificates of appreciation. Th...

County Board Briefs — 5-28-19

County Administrator Contract Approved 

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners approved Rhonda Sivarajah’s employment agreement for the position of county administrator. The contract was approved by six commissioners, with Sivarajah abs...

County Board Briefs — 5-14-19

Medical Examiner Provides Report

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners invited Dr. Quinn Strobel, the chief medical examiner for the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office, to the meeting to give a report about the work her office conducted for the ...

County Board Briefs — 4-23-19

Board Recognizes Work of Adult Protection/Senior Services

Denise Kirmis, manager of Anoka County Behavioral Health and Adult Services, and Leslie Lundequam, supervisor for Anoka County Adult Protection and Senior Services, were present at the board meeting...

County Board Briefs — 4-9-19

Law Day Planned April 26

Judge Bethany Fountain Lindberg was present at the meeting to talk about Anoka County Law Day, which is planned 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 26. This event is free and open to the public.

She noted Law Day was designed to educate and assi...

County Board Briefs — 3-26-19

Anoka County Central Communications Division Recognized 

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners designated the week of April 14-20 National Public Safety Telecommunications Week in the county. This designation was to recognize the important work ...

County Board Briefs — 2-26-19

Economic Development Initiatives Underway

Jacquel Hajder, Anoka County Economic Development Specialist; Lori Higgins, MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce president; and Bruce Sayler, principal of community and economic development at Connexus Energy; spoke to t...

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• The Alert Center allows visitors to stay up to date on potentially disruptive, non-life threatening events such as road closures, parking alerts, boil water advisories, and more. Active alerts will display at the top of the website. Visitors can also sign...

Example News Title

• The Alert Center allows visitors to stay up to date on potentially disruptive, non-life threatening events such as road closures, parking alerts, boil water advisories, and more. Active alerts will display at the top of the website. Visitors can also sign...

Example News Title

• The Alert Center allows visitors to stay up to date on potentially disruptive, non-life threatening events such as road closures, parking alerts, boil water advisories, and more. Active alerts will display at the top of the website. Visitors can also sign...

Earth Day

Celebrate Earth Day by taking the pledge to walk or bike on April 22. Celebrate all week long with Earth Day Challenges!

31 Days of Biking

Celebrate National Bike Month by taking the pledge to bike every day in May!

Bike to Work Week

Celebrate Bike to Work Week in Anoka County. Check out the planned events and get involved!

WINTER WILDLIFE TRACKING AT WARGO NATURE CENTER

Wargo Nature Center will kick off Winter Wildlife Tracking program sessions starting Saturday, December 9 from 10 am to 12:30 pm. These programs will run two Saturdays each month through March 9. Every program is taught by one of Wargo Nature Center&r...

40 to 60-Year Olds Sought for Suicide Prevention Focus Group

The North Metro Roundtable on Mental Health Suicide Prevention Workgroup is reaching out to residents aged 40-60 with personal or family experience related to suicide, suicide prevention, and mental health. This age range (specifically 45 to 54-year-olds)...

Anoka County Public Health Department Receives Award

Anoka County’s Public Health and Environmental Services department was recently recognized as the recipient of the 2023 Organizational Neighborhood HealthSource (NHS) Builder Award for its ongoing partnership of serving the vulnerable population...

Federal Programs Can Help Defray Cost of Internet, Provide Service to Areas

Anoka County residents who are on support programs like SNAP/EBT, Medicaid, Lifeline, or who have children receiving free and reduced school lunches might be eligible for free internet service through the Affordable Connectivity Program. 

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MS4/SWPPP Open House

Anoka CountyStormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Open HouseDecember 5, 20235:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Microsoft Teams meeting 

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Eastbound Hwy 10 ramp to 7th Avenue Closed as of September 22

Eastbound Hwy 10 ramp to 7th Avenue closed as of September 22

The eastbound Hwy 10 ramp to 7th Ave. will remain closed through December as crews wrap up noise wall construction near the ramp.

Drivers will need to continue eastbound of Hwy 10 to Round Lake B...

Highway 10 - Ramsey Gateway Project

U.S. HIGHWAY 10 Ramsey Gateway Project

The Ramsey Gateway Highway 10 Project is a two-year construction project that will begin in Spring 2024. The project consists of two grade-separated interchanges at Ramsey Boulevard and Sunfish Lake Boulevard that wil...

Hwy 10 Anoka Construction

Stay Connected!Email: info@hwy10anoka.comPhone:  763-400-3877Webpage:  mndot.gov/metro/projects/hwy10-anokaBe sure to sign up for email updates, on the project webpage.

Want to learn more about Hwy 10 Anoka construction and improvements?I...

Signs in the Public Right-of-Way

Holding a Fundraiser?  Planning a Garage, Yard or Estate Sale?   Advertising your Business?

No matter the type of fundraiser, sale or business, remember that State law prohibits the placement of signs in the public right-of-way.  ...

04-26-2019 Law Day

1-8-19 Commissioners/Sheriff Swearing In

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Supporting Your Child with Special Needs Discussion Group

Join other caregivers and local author/special education teacher Rachel Jorgensen to discuss chapters from her book “Supporting Your Child with Special Needs: 50 Fundamental Tools for Families”. 

This group meets monthly at Nor...

Coon Rapids Drop Box Out of Order

The Anoka County License Center drop box located at our Coon Rapids facility (455 99th Ave NW Ste 100, Coon Rapids, MN 55433) is currently out of order. Please utilize our other drop box locations until further notice.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Li...

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About Us

The Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office performs death investigations, conducts postmortem examinations (autopsies), and provides education and consultations to affiliated counties.

Death Investigation Required by Law

The Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office performs death investigations, as required by law, per MN Statute 390.

Independent Inquiries

Also, on a fee-for-service basis, the Midwest Medical Examiner's office provides other forensic pathology services to referral counties, hospitals, and families.

Agricultural Property and Manufactured Home Tax Payments

Agricultural property and manufactured home tax payments are due on or before November 15. Payments are accepted online, via mail or in person at the Anoka County Government Center. Please allow 2 weeks to process any mailed-in payments due to the large v...

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Paving work begins Monday, July 24 in preparation for upcoming Ramsey Gateway Construction

Beginning on Monday, July 24, westbound Highway 10 between sunfish Lake Boulevard and Armstrong Boulevard will be reduced to a single lane of traffic while crews widen the highway in preparation for the Ramsey gateway construction project.

The westbound Hi...

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Get to know your Anoka County Sheriff's Office

Suicide Prevention Resources

Sexual Assault Kit Initiative Notification Line

If you have questions about your own sexual assault kit from mid-2015 and prior, please call the kit notification line at 763-324-5229.

Sex trafficking in Minnesota Ends Here

877-996-6222

Fix-It Clinic Scheduled for December 2

An Anoka County Fix-It Clinic is scheduled for 10 am - 1 pm, December 2nd at the Centennial High School. Attendees can meet in person with a fixer to repair favorite items. Get help repairing lamps, coffee makers, clothing, vacuums, and much more.

Truth in Taxation Meeting

You’re invited to a Public Meeting to discuss the proposed property tax levy and budget for 2024 Thursday, Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. at the Anoka County Government Center.

Input sought from families unable to obtain VA death certificates

Have you or your family been unable to collect a signed death certificate from the VA? The Board is supporting a legislative solution for families in this situation. To support this, we are gathering information that shows how citizens are being affected.

Hiring Events in Blaine

Join us for our Hiring Events every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Anoka County Job Training Center in Blaine.

At Home COVID-19 Tests available

Order your tests now so you have them when you need them, click here for more information.