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Posted on: March 27, 2023

New Recreation Guide Available

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Looking for fun activities this spring and summer? Look no further than the 2023 Coon Rapids Parks and Recreation Guide. There are activities for all ages... from music and sports camps to pickleball and skating classes. Also, check out the latest upcomin...

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

2023 Golf Season Begins at Bunker Hills

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Who's ready for the golf season!? The driving range at Bunker Hills Golf Club is opening on Saturday, March 25 at 8 a.m. Swing on by, get the clubs out and hit some balls. Weather permitting, the course itself could open the first week o...

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Posted on: March 23, 2023

Tuesday, March 21 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, March 21, 2023 meeting:

  • Accepted a $40,000 donation from Mercy Hospital for a new play structure at Mercy Park.
  • Approved nominations to the Coon Creek Watershed District Board of Managers.
  • A...
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Posted on: March 13, 2023

Buy Trees and Shrubs at Wholesale Prices!

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Spring is just around the corner, start thinking green by buying a new tree or shrub! The City of Coon Rapids is offering a variety of trees and shrubs at wholesale prices to Coon Rapids residents.This year's plants need to be ordered and paid for online....

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Posted on: March 8, 2023

Water Meter Replacements

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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. Learn more and find links to make an online appointment at c...

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Posted on: March 15, 2023

Pet Fair Vendor Registration

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The annual Coon Rapids Love My Pet Fair features fur-tastic events such as a pet/owner costume contest, kids games and more! Event goers browse dozens of vendor booths offering pet-related products, services and resources. There's even a Sidewalk Chalk Ar...

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Posted on: February 10, 2023

Thursday, April 13

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Check out the final concert in the 2023 Winter Concert Series! The Backyard Band performs on Thursday, April 13 at 7 p.m. The concert takes place at the Coon Rapids Civic Center, 11155 Robinson Drive.

Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under....

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Posted on: March 16, 2023

Hwy. 10 Reconstruction Project

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The second year of a major reconstruction project on Highway 10 in Anoka starts this weekend. Crews will be demolishing the Ferry Street bridge over Highway 10, which means Highway 10 will be closed in both directions from 10 p.m. Friday, March 1...

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Posted on: February 17, 2023

2023 Spring Load Road Weight Restrictions

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Spring load restrictions go into effect on City streets on Friday, March 10 at 12:01 AM.

For private streets, please check with the owner to see whether those streets have any load restrictions. For State highways and County roads, check with the Minnesota...

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Posted on: March 10, 2023

Tuesday, March 7 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, March 7, 2023 meeting:

  • Mayor Jerry Koch read a proclamation recognizing the Coon Rapids Competition Cheer Team
  • Mayor Koch administered the oath of office to three new police sergea...
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Posted on: March 3, 2023

Front Door Grant Program Drawing

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Grant recipients for 2023 will be chosen during a virtual lottery on Wednesday, March 8 at 6 p.m. The drawing can be viewed on the CTN Government Channel 799 (carried on Xfinity Cable). The program will also stream live on the City's Facebook page and the...

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Posted on: January 5, 2023

2023 Front Door Grant Program

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The Front Door Grant Program is an exterior improvement, curb appeal program for homes in Coon Rapids.  

APPLY NOW! Applications are accepted online through March 1, 2023.

Grant recipients for 2023 will be chosen by a lottery draw...

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Posted on: February 24, 2023

Tuesday, Feb. 21 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023 meeting:

  • Adopted a resolution appointing Steve Sweeney and Jon Hauschild to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
  • Approved plans and specifications and ordered ad for ...
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Posted on: February 24, 2023

Digging Out Fire Hydrants

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With all the snow this week, residents are asked to dig out the fire hydrant nearest to their home in case of an emergency. The Coon Rapids Fire Department provides the following information:

  • It is the responsibility of all residents to remove snow from fi...
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Posted on: February 23, 2023

Snow Update: Feb. 23

Snowplow Updates

Cleanup Operations to Begin Friday at 4:30 a.m.

Snowplow crews will begin cleanup operations of all City-maintained streets beginning at 4:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 24th. This is the third significant plow operation this week, as they conducted full plows ea...

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Posted on: January 13, 2023

Schedule a PEP Talk Today!

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The Coon Rapids Police Department is passionate about public education and crime prevention. Want to learn about important public safety topics? Schedule a PEP Talk today!Learn about a topic of your choice during a visit from a member of the police depart...

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Posted on: January 31, 2023

2023 Community Resource Guide

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Check out the official 2023 Community Resource & Residents' Guide! In January, the publication was mailed out to all homes and businesses in Coon Rapids.The annual publication features information on Coon Rapids plus listings for local busine...

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Posted on: January 16, 2023

Promote Your Non-Profit Event

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The City of Coon Rapids is pleased to offer community organizations the opportunity to publicize events and activities on the community calendar portion of our website.Announcements must be for non-profit purposes only, not for commercial use. The announc...

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Posted on: February 14, 2023

Parking Lot and Trail Closures

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The Erlandson Park trails and parking lot are temporarily closed as preparation work begins on a major sewer rehabilitation project in Coon Rapids. Crews are constructing a temporary bypass which will require some snow removal. The trails in the ...

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Posted on: February 13, 2023

2023 Snow Sculpture Contest Winners!

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The winners of the 2023 Snow Sculpture contest have been announced. Eight local snow sculptors participated in this year's contest as part of the annual Snowflake Days Celebration. Prizes were awarded on Feb. 11 during Winter Fun Day at Sand Creek Park.

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Posted on: February 9, 2023

Snow Sculpture Map Available!

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Want to know what can be made out of snow? Come take a self-guided tour of entries from this year's snow sculpture contest! 

View our Online Map Here. Print a Map Here.

Nine local snow sculptors participated in our judged contest this year. Celebra...

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Posted on: February 22, 2023

Snow Update: Feb. 22

Snowplow Updates

Next full plow begins at 4 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23.

Snowplow crews will begin a full plow of the city (all streets, curb-to-curb) beginning at 4 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23. A full plow takes several hours to complete and includes all main streets, residen...

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Posted on: February 21, 2023

Snow Update: Feb. 21

Snowplow Updates

Ready or not... here we snow! A Winter Storm Warning is in effect Tuesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon for the likelihood of 12+ inches of snow by the end of the week, according to the National Weather Service - Twin Cities

Full...

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Posted on: February 9, 2023

Tuesday, Feb. 7 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023 meeting:

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Posted on: January 15, 2023

Solar Co-Op Information

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Go solar for the New Year! Join a Solar Co-Op for North Metro counties through Solar United Neighbors.SUN's solar group buy is free to join and open to homeowners and business owners in the north metro. Together, members will learn about solar en...

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Posted on: January 20, 2023

Rinks and Warming Houses Reopen

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Grab your skates and head to one of the outdoor ice rinks for some winter fun! After several days of inclement weather, skating rinks and warming houses are back open!

There are currently five regulation outdoor hockey rinks and four open skating rinks ava...

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Posted on: January 20, 2023

Tuesday, Jan. 17 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023 meeting:

  • Approved a site plan extension for the Mercy Hospital ambulance bay addition.
  • Accepted a donation for a park bench.
  • Appointed Steve Sweeney to the Sustainabil...
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Posted on: January 18, 2023

2023 City Budget

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What is in the City's budget this year? There are two ways to find out!

The 2023 Budget in Brief has highlights of the budget in an easy-to-understand manner. Read the 2023 Budget in Brief document here.

Do you prefer to dig into all of the numbers...

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Posted on: January 9, 2023

Help Protect Our Water!

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Salt can make sidewalks and driving surfaces safer but it also pollutes lakes and rivers. Salt can also harm pets and wildlife. Selecting the right salt product and knowing how much salt to use is important in helping protect the environment.The Coon Cree...

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Posted on: January 7, 2023

Winter Newsletter Now Available

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The winter edition of the Coon Rapids Connection is out! The newsletter is filled with the latest news and information from around Coon Rapids as well as business and development updates. The police and fire departments also have dedicated pages along wit...

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Posted on: January 6, 2023

Tuesday, Jan. 3 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023 meeting:

  • City Clerk Joan Lenzmeier swore Jerry Koch into office for a third term as mayor. New council members Sean Novack (Ward 3) and Brian Armstrong (Ward 5) also ...
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Posted on: January 4, 2023

Snow Update: Jan. 5

Snowplow Updates

The City will conduct another emergency plow operation on Thursday, Jan. 5 starting at 4 a.m. Snowplows were out across the city working to clear snow today, Wednesday, starting with a full plow at 2 a.m. followed by ongoing clean up. Plow operations will...

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Posted on: December 30, 2022

Got Old Lights to Dispose?

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Don't trash your old holiday lights, recycle them! Bring holiday lights and cords that no longer work to the Coon Rapids Recycling Center during regular business hours (Tuesday-Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.). Do not put these items in your curbside recyc...

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Posted on: December 19, 2022

Congratulations Winners!

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Congratulations to the winning displays in our 2022 Holiday Lighting Contest! Thank you to all of the entrants that helped to "Light Up Coon Rapids" this year. 

The public is invited to take a self-guided tour of the 22 homes, which incl...

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Posted on: January 3, 2023

Snow Update: Jan. 3-4

Snowplow Updates

The City will conduct an emergency plow operation on Wednesday, Jan. 4 starting at 2 a.m. Winter conditions will be challenging and we ask for your patience and cooperation on our streets. Snowplows have been out across the city working to clear snow toda...

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Posted on: December 14, 2022

Sand Filter Project in Epiphany Creek

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A project is underway to reduce pollution in Epiphany Creek. A filter will be installed that uses sand, iron filings and biochar filter media to bind and remove phosphorus and E. coli bacteria from urban stormwater runoff. The iron removes phosphorus whic...

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Posted on: December 22, 2022

Tuesday, Dec. 20 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2022 meeting:

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Posted on: December 21, 2022

Snow Update: Dec. 21-22

Snowplow Updates

The weather over the next 24-48 hours will be challenging and we ask for your patience and cooperation on our streets. Snowplows are out across the city working to clear snow today, Wednesday, Dec. 21. They will continue to do so throughout the day during...

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Posted on: November 15, 2022

Winter Concert Series Tickets Available

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Tickets are now on sale for the annual Winter Concert Series which runs from Jaunuary - April. All concerts begin at 7 p.m. at the Coon Rapids Civic Center located at 11155 Robinson Drive NW. Tickets are $8 for adults, and $5 for children 12 and under. Yo...

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Posted on: December 15, 2022

Snow Update: Dec. 15-16

Snowplow Updates

Given the significant snowfall during the past few days, Coon Rapids snowplow crews were out all day today, Thursday, Dec. 15, clearing main and secondary roads. A full plow of the city (all streets, curb-to-curb) will start on Friday, Dec. 16 at 3:30 a.m...

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Posted on: December 8, 2022

Tuesday, Dec. 6 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Dec, 6, 2022 meeting:

  • Approved a Recycling Center staffing agreement with Atlas Staffing, Inc.
  • Appointed Keygan McClellan to the Sustainability Commission.
  • Accepted a $20,000 donati...
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Posted on: November 1, 2022

Winter Parking Restrictions in Effect

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The winter parking ban is in effect from Nov. 1 through April 1. No parking is allowed on the street from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m.

Parking is also prohibited on public streets when there is an expected snow accumulation of 3 inches or more, or until the street has...

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Posted on: November 29, 2022

Snow Update: Nov. 29-30

Snowplow Updates

Coon Rapids snowplow crews have been out all day clearing main and secondary roads on Tuesday, Nov. 29. A full plow of the city (all streets, curb-to-curb) will start on Wednesday, Nov. 30 at 3 a.m. Please help by keeping vehicles out of the streets until...

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Posted on: November 18, 2022

Tuesday, Nov. 15 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022 meeting:

  • Mayor Koch read a proclamation for DECA Week.
  • Mayor Koch read a proclamation declaring Nov. 26 as "Small Business Saturday" in Coon Rapids.
  • Adopted ...
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Posted on: November 5, 2022

85th Ave. and Evergreen Blvd. Improvements

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The public is invited to an open house on Wednesday, Nov. 9 from 5-7 p.m. at the Springbrook Nature Center to learn about and provide community feedback on transportation improvements to 85th Avenue (CR 132) at Evergreen Boulevard. The reconstruction of t...

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Posted on: November 3, 2022

Tuesday, Nov. 1 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 meeting:

  • Conducted a CRPD promotional ceremony for Captain Adam Jacobson, Sergeant Interna Kim, and Sergeant Dan Freiberg.
  • Accepted the third quarter financial report....
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Posted on: October 13, 2022

Hwy. 610 Interchange Project

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Join us for the next open house to review the preferred design for the Highway 610 and East River Road interchange project. It will take place Thursday, Oct. 27 from 5-7 p.m. at the Headstart-ACCAP Building, 9574 Foley Boulevard. Stop in when it's conveni...

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Posted on: October 12, 2022

Recycling Center Expansion Project

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Construction at the Coon Rapids Recycling Center begins Wednesday, Oct. 12. The Recycling Center is expected to remain open during construction, but please be prepared for significant changes to the facility layout as work progresses.

 Limited Gat...

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Posted on: October 21, 2022

Tuesday, Oct. 18 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022 meeting:

  • Approved a Class A On Sale and Sunday Liquor License for Esmeralda's Mexican Restaurant, 12759 Riverdale Blvd.
  • Adopted an ordinance establishing lic...
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Posted on: October 11, 2022

Safe Routes to School Grant

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The trek to school for students at Coon Rapids High School should be a safer one by the start of the 2023-2024 school year.A planned safety improvement project next summer includes relocation of the main crosswalk in front of the school further to the eas...

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Posted on: October 6, 2022

Stepping Up Sustainability

Minnesota GreenStep Cities - Step 5 Achieved!

We’re stepping it up in Coon Rapids! The City is proud to announce it has achieved Step 5 in the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program. This is the top recognition available for taking more than 95 sustainable actions to reduce energy, cut costs and support ...

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Posted on: October 7, 2022

Tuesday, Oct. 4 Meeting

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Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022 meeting:

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Posted on: September 20, 2022

Fighting Emerald Ash Borer

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Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is a destructive insect that harms ash trees. It was discovered in Minnesota for the first time in 2009 and made its way to Coon Rapids by 2017. The pest won’t be going away anytime soon.So far in 2022, City Forester Tommy Schibill...

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Posted on: August 23, 2022

CRPD 2021 Annual Report

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The Coon Rapids Police Department Annual Report for 2021 is available and full of interesting information about the department. Ever wanted to know how much crime occurs in Coon Rapids and what the most frequent crimes are? Curious about how many police o...

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Posted on: August 18, 2022

Energy Efficiency Rebates

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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...

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