Absentee Voting Underway for Primary Election

If you are unable to vote on Primary Election Day (Tuesday, August 9), you can vote by absentee ballot. Absentee voting for the primary starts Friday, June 24 and closes on Monday, August 8.Voters can request an absentee ballot online at mnvotes....

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...

Tuesday, June 21 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the June 21, 2022 meeting:

• Mayor Jerry Koch read a proclamation declaring July 1 as Coon Rapids Women of Today day.
• Adopted a resolution accepting Anoka Conservation District Lawns to Legumes g...

Know Your 911: Noise Complaints

Anytime you require a response from a police or fire department in Anoka County - even in non-emergency situations - calling 911 is your best first step.If you have a noise complaint and want an officer response, you should call 911. Other examples includ...

Election Judges Needed

Election judges are needed to help with the upcoming primary and general elections. Learn more about election judges on the City website.

• Primary election is Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022.
• The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. 

Apply Today...

Farmers Market Opens June 22

The Coon Rapids Farmers Market opens for the season on Wednesday, June 22. Find fresh vegetables, berries, flowers, honeys, jams, breads and more!The market is open every Wednesday through October 12 in the parking lot of the Coon Rapids Ice Center, 11000...

85th Ave. Railroad Crossing Closure

Starting Monday, June 20, 85th Avenue will be closed at the railroad tracks so crews can repair the crossing. Weather permitting, the railroad crossing will reopen at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 24.The official detour during the closure is University Avenue to...

Register for Night to Unite

Night to Unite registration is underway! 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...

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...

CANCELED: Monday Rec on the Spot

**WEATHER UPDATE 6/20** 

Rec on the Spot programs are CANCELED for Monday, June 20 due to an Excessive Heat Warning. Watch the City website and Facebook page for weather updates.

Rec on the Spot is a staffed, mobile recreation uni...

Know Your 911: Illegal Parking

Did you know that 911 is not just for emergencies? Anytime you require a response from a police or fire department in Anoka County - even in non-emergency situations - calling 911 is your best first step.See an illegally parked vehicle? Get locked out of ...

Summer Neighborhood Meetings

Neighborhood meetings are back again this summer! Stop by any of the Summer in the City meetings to visit with City leaders and staff, ask questions and learn more about Coon Rapids.

Fire trucks, police cars and public works equipment will be on display. C...

Deadline Extended to August 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 ...

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's cl...

Know Your 911: Barking Dogs

Did you know that 911 is not just for emergencies? Anytime you require a response from a police or fire department in Anoka County - even in non-emergency situations - calling 911 is your best first step.If you have a barking dog complaint, dog bite or an...

2022 Summer Concert Series

The Summer Concert Series is back this year at the performance pavilion of the Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, located at 9750 Egret Blvd. The concerts are free and start at 7p.m. Concessions are available for purchase. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and en...

Tuesday, June 7 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the June 7, 2022 meeting:

• Accepted a donation of $9,350 from the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation for the Summer Concert Series.
• Approved a maintenance agreement with the Coon Rapids F...

July 2-4

The 4th of July Celebration runs July 2-4 at Boulevard Plaza, located at 11000 Crooked Lake Blvd. on the grounds of the Coon Rapids Ice Center. It is a popular event filled with fun activities for every age to enjoy including a parade, live music, games, ...

Summer Skating School

Beat the heat on the ice Monday nights at the Coon Rapids Ice Center! Basic Skills, Free Skate classes, and advanced figure skating lessons available. Mondays for 10 weeks between June 13 and August 22. Classes are 30 minutes of instruction. Skat...

Enter the 2022 Photo Contest

The Coon Rapids Photography Contest is back for 2022. Open to all amateur photographers, this contest provides the opportunity to showcase beautiful photography in the community!This year’s theme is Together Again. The contest begins June 1 and ...

Know Your 911: When to Call, Why To Call

Did you know that 911 is not just for emergencies? Anytime you require a response from a police or fire department in Anoka County - even in non-emergency situations - calling 911 is your best first step.

Some examples of situations where you should call 9...

June 1 - August 31

An odd-even sprinkling ban is in effect every year from June 1 through August 31. This means that:

• Odd numbered home addresses water on odd numbered days
• Even numbered home addresses water on even numbered days

Exceptions are made for new sod, seed and shrub...

Check Out the Splash Pad!

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...

Major Recreational Equipment

Watch the Tour!

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 ...

Week 4 of Building Safety Month

Water Safety

Water is something we can take for granted even though it is our most precious resource, and many people around the globe worry about their water supply daily. Understanding where our water comes from and ways it can be contaminated is just as...

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 ...

Tuesday, May 17 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the May 17, 2022 meeting:

• Mayor Koch read a proclamation declaring May 27, 2022 as Poppy Day in Coon Rapids.
• Approved a temporary on-sale liquor license for the 4th of July Community Celebratio...

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...

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 ...

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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.

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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

Week 1 of 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

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...

Community Update: 6/24/22

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City Council Meeting: 6/21/22

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Sportsnight: 6/14/22

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Planning Commission Meeting: 6/16/22

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Community Update: 6/17/22

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Community Update: 6/10/22

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City Council Meeting: 6/7/22

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Community Update: 6/3/22

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Planning Commission Meeting: 5/19/22

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City Council Meeting: 4/5/22

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Front Door Grant Drawing: 3/9/22

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.

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Community Update: 3/4/22

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Sportsnight: 2/1/22

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Community Update: 12/29/21

We take a look back at some of the stories we covered in 2021!

Bee Keeping Pilot Program Underway in Coon Rapids

Coon Rapids resident Jennifer Pelton has been a beekeeper for many years.  It’s a time-intensive hobby she first learned as a young girl from her father, while growing up on an apple orchard."I really enjoy being outside and just, ...

Dr. Kate Maguire Named Interim Superintendent

Business Booming at Riverdale Village

Business is booming in the Riverdale Village Retail Center. At the height of the pandemic, more than 300,000 square feet of retail space sat vacant."Going through the pandemic, working with our leasing team out in West Palm Beach, we put tog...

Coon Rapids Selects New Police Chief

Coon Rapids Police Chief Brad Wise will retire at the end of June after a distinguished 27-year career with the Coon Rapids Police Department. Following a competitive selection process, the City chose Coon Rapids Police Captain John Stahnke as the next ch...

Miss C.R. Outstanding Teen to Compete in Nat'l Competition

In March, 17-year-old Julia Schumacher became the first Miss Coon Rapids Outstanding Teen ever to win the state title as Miss Minnesota's Outstanding Teen."It was definitely an unreal moment,” Julia Schumacher said. “I&am...

Primary Election Required for 2 City Council Seats

Three Coon Rapids City Council seats are on the ballot this fall and in two of those races there will be a primary election in August. The entire Anoka County Board is also up for re-election due to redistricting. Here's a rundown of the races (N...

Bach to Rock Opens Location in Coon Rapids

A brand new music school is now open in Coon Rapids. The business community gathered Tuesday afternoon for the official ribbon cutting ceremony at Bach to Rock.The school, which also has a location in Plymouth, gives lessons on a variety of instr...

Business Spotlight: ACE Hardware

ACE Hardware has been a staple in Coon Rapids for decades. But at the end of 2020, the ownership changed hands.“We were flirting around with the idea of buying another store,” said Tim Owata. Owata and his wife, Elena Nelson, ...

Coon Rapids Residents Attend Public Works Open House

Dozens of residents turned out on Saturday for the Coon Rapids Public Works Department's first open house since 2019."It's nice to show them what we have,” said Tim Himmer, Public Works Director. “We thank them f...

New Program Helps Homeowners Struggling with Payments

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 ...

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...

District 11 Announces Timeline for Superintendent Search

The Anoka-Hennepin School Board is planning an extensive search for a new superintendent to replace David Law, who is leaving at the end of this school year for the superintendent position with Minnetonka Public Schools. On Monday night, the Scho...

City Breaks Ground on New Fire Station

Construction will soon be underway on a new fire station in Coon Rapids. On Monday, local dignitaries along with City staff members officially broke ground on the project."It's a reaffirmation of our commitment to public safety and our fire departmen...

Kris Niebler Retires After 26 Years with Senior Center

It was a full house at the Coon Rapids Civic Center April 22 for the retirement ceremony of Senior Services Program Specialist Kris Niebler. She was recognized for her years of service by family, coworkers and the many seniors she served." I have lov...

Old Pederson Floral Building Demolished

A fixture for decades on Coon Rapids Boulevard is no more. On Tuesday, the old Pederson Floral  building was demolished to make way for the expansion of U-Haul which is located next door. Pederson Floral opened the flower shop back in 1...

Superintendent David Law Leaving Anoka-Hennepin Schools

DARE Students Get Life-Saving Lesson

Coon Rapids DARE officer Bryan Platz led Sand Creek Elementary School fifth graders through the DARE decision-making model when faced with the question of being the help. Today, he's teaching a lesson on compression-only CPR. It's a life...

Police Dept. Adds Mental Health Professional

She may not wear a badge or uniform, but Amanda Terwey starts her day alongside members of the Coon Rapids Police Department as an embedded mental health professional. While on-duty, Terwey is partnered with a police officer and responds to calls...

Buff City Soap Opens in Coon Rapids

From bath bombs and bar soap to body butter and laundry soap, a new shop in town has it all. This week, representatives from the Metro North Chamber of Commerce helped Buff City Soap celebrate its new location at the corner of M...

Firefighters Rally Around Co-worker After Cancer Diagnosis

A pop-up barbershop took place Wednesday inside Coon Rapids Fire Station One. In a show of solidarity, 21 firefighters took turns getting their head shaved in support of fellow firefighter Christian Worby."This is amazing, like, I had no idea that th...

Pedestrian Safety Improvements Planned Near CRHS

State funding has been secured to make some safety improvements along Northdale Blvd. in front of Coon Rapids High School. A grant from the Safe Routes to School program will provide about $458,000 to make several changes including relocating the main cro...

Registration Underway 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...

Popular CRHS Music Teacher Honored

It was an emotional send-off Monday night for a popular music teacher at Coon Rapids High School.Rick Geiger, who recently accepted a new position at his church, received a standing ovation during the annual "Sing Into Spring" choir concert. In ...

Hwy. 10 Construction Begins in Anoka

Highway 10 in Anoka was reduced to one lane in each direction on Monday eastbound from Sunfish Lake Boulevard in Ramsey all the way to Highway 47/Ferry Street. You can expect single lane traffic all summer and into the fall."It is going to be congest...

ACBC Food Shelf Needs Donations

Like a beacon of hope, the ACBC Food Shelf stands poised and ready to meet food insecurity in the community. The Anoka-based food shelf has been under the direction of Stephanie Lehman, who joined the operation in July of 2020."Families coming in ha...

Major Reconstruction Project on Hwy. 10

Get ready for a slower commute if you travel Highway 10 through Anoka. Starting this spring, a two year construction project will reduce traffic to one lane in each direction.On average, Highway 10 in Anoka carries over 60,000 vehicles per day. Peak westb...

Yoga on Ice at Crooked Lake

During the cold winter months, ice fishing takes over the frozen lakes of Minnesota. But have you heard of ice yoga?Two years ago, Coon Rapids resident and yoga instructor Jamie Bartlett was inspired to create an ice yoga class behind her home on Crooked ...

Anoka Co. Attorney Tony Palumbo Retiring

District 11 Targeting Job Seekers

Job seekers met recruiters on Wednesday during a job fair at the Educational Service Center in Anoka. The Anoka-Hennepin School District wants to hire both part-time and full-time workers in a variety of positions including paras, assistants and...

Big Honors for CRHS Concert Choir

The Coon Rapids High School concert choir is gearing up for a big performance this month.On Tuesday, the voices of the concert choir came together in harmony, inspired by fame. The choir got a visit from world renowned composer, Jake Runestad, who gave a ...

New Golf Simulators at Bunker Hills

Outside of Bunker Hills Golf Club, the links are quiet this time of year, covered in a blanket of snow. But inside the clubhouse is where the fun is. Four new golf simulators, installed in December, are keeping die-hard golfers like Darryl Rangel of Blai...

Recycling Center Now Accepting Paint

As of February 1, the Coon Rapids Recycling Center has added paint to the list of acceptable recyclables. Up to five gallon containers are accepted. There is a 100 gallon limit per visit.

Accepted

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

School Board Adopts New Mask Policy

On Monday night, the Anoka-Hennepin School Board approved a new policy relating to masks in schools during the pandemic. The new policy, which starts January 31, looks at each school individually when determining who needs to mask.Masks will be ...

Precinct Caucuses Coming Up on Feb. 1

The 2022 Precinct Caucuses in Coon Rapids will look a bit different this year. For the Republicans, they will be meeting in-person for their precinct caucus. Democrats however, have opted for a "contactless caucus.""On caucus night we will...

Unique Winter Tradition on Crooked Lake

On a frozen Crooked Lake in mid-January, the choices for fun are few. The ice is 13 inches thick. But that won’t stop Dan Anderson of Andover."My motto is: you only go around once,… or twice," Anderson said.He built a box o...

Mercy Hospital Overwhelmed with Patients in ER

Inside Mercy Hospital's emergency department lobby, there are plenty of people waiting to see a doctor, including Grace Anderson."It seems to be pretty crowded," Anderson said. She lives in Elk River and came in to the emergency after e...

2 New Members on Anoka-Hennepin School Board

Two new School Board members took the oath of office this week.Kacy Deschene will represent District 3 which covers southwestern Coon Rapids along with Champlin and Dayton.Matt Audette represents District 4 which covers northern Andover and northeastern R...

Anoka Armory Reopens as COVID Testing Site

COVID testing is once again ramping up across the state. 

The Anoka Armory opened on Friday for those who need a test. Testing is also available Saturday, January 8 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Then, starting January 13, the Armory will be open Thursda...

Business Booming at Riverdale Village

Business is booming in the Riverdale Village Retail Center. At the height of the pandemic, more than 300,000 square feet of retail space sat vacant."Going through the pandemic, working with our leasing team out in West Palm Beach, we put tog...

Economic Development Report: Q1 2022

The latest Coon Rapids Quarterly Economic Development Report shows a big jump in new housing units under construction in the city compared to this time last year.In the first quarter of 2022, permits were issued for 267 new housing units including the thi...

Business Spotlight: ACE Hardware

ACE Hardware has been a staple in Coon Rapids for decades. But at the end of 2020, the ownership changed hands.“We were flirting around with the idea of buying another store,” said Tim Owata. Owata and his wife, Elena Nelson, bought the store fro...

Keep up on Community Development!

Curious about what is being built around Coon Rapids? Read the Community Development Annual Report to learn about everything related to construction from the past year. 

Read the Community Development Annual Report Here!

Business Council Meeting

Business Council meetings offer helpful information on business topics and initiatives in Coon Rapids. Gain insight for your business!

Tuesday, May 24, 7:30-9 a.m. 

Bunker Hills Golf Club, 12800 Bunker Prairie Rd.

Contact Lori Higgins at lori@metron...

Business Spotlight: Nutrition Haven

The pandemic changed a lot of things including the livelihood of Andover resident Jess Spah. The catering chef found herself out of a job in 2020.“People were not gathering the way they used to and food wasn’t being catered in,&rdq...

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...

Attention Business Owners!

A two year reconstruction project kicked off this week in Anoka. Traffic on Highway 10 will be down to a single lane in each direction until winter.

Coon Rapids business owners are invited to an informational meeting on the project on Thursday, March 31 fr...

Business Spotlight: Famous Dave's Quick 'Que

Coon Rapids is the first city in the nation to have a Famous Dave’s restaurant with a new cafeteria-style model. The Famous Dave’s Quick ‘Que opened for business in the Riverdale area in October 2021."Famous Dave&apo...

Business Spotlight: DEVO Fitness

A visit to AMC Theaters in Coon Rapids turned into a new business venture for a local couple. “We were literally going to see a movie and we saw it was for lease,” said Casie Buckley, co-owner of DEVO Fitness.The rest is histo...

Port Riverwalk Project Update

The Port Riverwalk neighborhood continues to grow on Coon Rapids Boulevard. Coon Rapids-based Centra Homes is developing 136 one-level and two-level detached townhomes on 43 acres of formerly City-owned land generally between Egret Boulevard and Avocet St...

Groundbreaking for New Apartment

Developers broke ground on a new 168-unit apartment complex in the Port Evergreen area near 94th Avenue and Springbrook Drive Thursday, November 7, 2019. The complex, named Spring House Apartments, will be developed by St. Paul-based Real Estate Equities....

Get on the Ice!

Public skating is open at various times throughout the week and is a great chance to practice your skating skills!

About the Ice Center

The Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC) is a state-of-the-art skating facility featuring indoor ice, an outdoor refrigerated rink (one of few in the state), meeting rooms, training rooms and party rooms.

Skating School

The Skating School has a team of dedicated coaches who support their skaters at all levels.

Coon Rapids Selects New Police Chief

Coon Rapids Police Chief Brad Wise will retire at the end of June after a distinguished 27-year career with the Coon Rapids Police Department. Following a competitive selection process, the City chose Coon Rapids Police Captain John Stahnke as the next ch...

2020 Annual Report

Have you ever wondered about how many calls CRPD responds to in a year? Or what day of the week has the most crashes in Coon Rapids? Read the 2020 Annual Report. It’s full of information about the Coon Rapids Police Department and the community. ...

Project 22-14-Advertisement for Bids: Roof Replacement Water Treatment Plant

The City of Coon Rapids, Minnesota will receive bids at the Coon Rapids City Center until 10 a.m., July 8, 2022, at 11155 Robinson Drive, Coon Rapids, MN 55433 for the following improvement:  East and West Water Treatment Plant 2022 Roof Replacem...

Project 22-65: Advertisement for Bids Public Works Mechanicals 5/27/22 Update

The City of Coon Rapids, Minnesota will receive bids at the Coon Rapids City Center until 10 a.m., Friday, July 1, 2022, at 11155 Robinson Drive, Coon Rapids, MN 55433 for the following improvement:

2022 PW MECHANICALS, PROJECT 22-65: Work will include rep...

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