News Flash

City Office Closed for the Holiday - Summer Hours Begin

Summer Hours begin on Tuesday, May 29.

Monday-Thursday - 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Friday - 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Highway 169 Princeton to Pease lanes close May 21 through June

Motorists who travel Highway 169 between Princeton and Pease will encounter road crews, heavy equipment, and delays while segments of the road are reduced to a single lane beginning Monday, May 21.

The lane closures will occur between County Road 29/Rum Ri...

Heritage Preservation Commission Openings

The Heritage Preservation Commission reviews and makes recommendations to the City Council on issues pertaining to the historical archaeological, engineering, and cultural heritage of the City of Elk River.  The Commission also participates in th...

Night to Unite Registration Begins

Neighborhood registrations are now underway for this year’s Night to Unite. Register your block party with the police department by July 27, 2018, to ensure police department participation at your event.For more information about Night to Unite or how to ...

Reminder No Yard Waste in Curbside Trash

All yard waste, tree clippings, brush, and grass can be dropped off at the Elk River Compost site at the Elk River Maintenance Facility for no charge for residents.  Please see the link to find out how to require a compost card.

City Council Hosts Listening Sessions

In an effort to solicit community feedback regarding the status and future of city recreational facilities, the City Council is hosting community listening sessions to hear your questions, suggestions, and concerns.Listening sessions are open to the publi...

MnDOT Awards Funding for Elk River Highway 169

With anticipation and excitement, city staff watched the press conference held by MnDOT in which they announced the Corridors of Commerce program award funding.The City, County, and local Chamber worked hard on the application and it paid off. Highway 169...

Seeking Election Judges

The city needs about 100 elections judges for the August 14, 2018, Primary Election, and the November 6, 2018, General Election.To be eligible, candidates must:•Be eligible to vote.•Be able to read, write, and speak English.•Not...

Annual Salary Disclosure

Minnesota State Statute 471.701 requires that "a City or County with a population of more than 15,000 must annually notify its residents of the positions and base salaries of its three highest-paid employees."

City Administrator $141,499Police Ch...