News Flash

ERPD Adds Hybrid Utility Vehicles to Fleet

Over the next several months, the Elk River Police Department (ERPD) will have added six new hybrid utility SUVs as replacements to its vehicle fleet. Residents may have already noticed the first 2020 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Hybrid SUV around town...

Active Elk River Improvements Update for YAC

Outdoor Ice Rinks Closed for the Season

It has been a great season (not to mention one of the longest Mother Nature has allowed in the past several years) for Elk River’s four outdoor skating rinks. As of February 25, all outdoor rinks are closed and Public Works crews will no longer ...

Additional Early Voting Opportunities at Elk River City Hall

Energy City Insights – Smart Salting and Snow Removal

Minnesota is the land of 10,000 lakes but did you know chloride contamination is a major concern for our water bodies? Salt and anti-icing agents help keep our roads and sidewalks free of ice and snow, but they also contaminate our lakes and streams. In f...

ERFD Welcomes New Tender to Fleet

Recently, the Elk River Fire Department (ERFD) replaced the oldest vehicle in its fleet, 40-year old Tender 1, which began as a donated milk truck tank on a Ford truck chassis.

A tender is an important piece of fire equipment providing water storage capabi...

What’s with the Hydrants in Plastic Bags?

Winter in Minnesota can be tough - on people, pets, vehicles and even fire hydrants! You’ve likely noticed the red plastic bags around many of Elk River’s fire hydrants, and while one purpose is to make them more noticeable for emergen...

Judy Thompson Recognized for Community Service

Please join us in congratulating Judy Thompson, for her recent recognition as Volunteer of the Month at the February 18 City Council meeting. Mayor John Dietz, who established this award program, selected Judy for her many contributions and commitment to ...

Winter Walking at Woodland Trails

Join us for a series of magical moonlit walks at Woodland Trails Regional Park this winter. We’ll meet up from 6:00-7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 9. This is the final walk in the series of moonlit adventures led by a trained park volunteer. Please ...