Saturday, Dec. 9

Join us for a community celebration! The annual Coon Rapids Tree Lighting Festival will take place on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 3:30-6 p.m. at Boulevard Plaza, 11002 Crooked Lake Boulevard. Enjoy cocoa and cookies, take pictures with Santa and listen...

2023 Holiday Lighting Map

View the homes that "Light Up Coon Rapids!" The public is invited to take a self-guided tour of the 29 entries in this year's Holiday Lighting Contest sponsored by the Coon Rapids Arts Commission.

Check out 12 entries in the "motion...

Tuesday, Dec. 5 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023 meeting:

• Adopted the 2024 City budget and tax levy.
• Adopted an ordinance approving a beekeeping permit fee.
• Adopted a special assessment policy update.
• Approved a site p...

Donations Accepted thru Dec. 13

Share your generosity this holiday season by contributing to our Season of Giving donation drive! We welcome monetary donations, as well as new and unwrapped toys, non-perishable food, winter coats and toiletries. All donations will directly benefit local...

Sunday, Dec. 17

Get on the ice at our last themed skating event of the year at the Coon Rapids Ice Center! Concessions, skate rentals and skate sharpening available for purchase. Regular admission rates apply.

Holiday Skate with RockySunday, Dec. 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m.Wear yo...

Community Police Academy Starts Jan. 16

Sign up today to take part in the Community Police Academy. The free, seven-week program runs Tuesday evenings from 6-9 p.m. between January 16 and February 27.The Community Police Academy offers an opportunity for dialogue between participants and member...

City's New GreenCorps Member

AmeriCorps member Kate Anderson feels fortunate to be serving the City of Coon Rapids as her host site. This is the community where she lives.Minnesota’s GreenCorps program, coordinated by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, placed Kate with the City,...

Hwy. 610 Interchange Project

Join us for the next open house to review the updated preferred alternative design for the Highway 610 and East River Road interchange project. It will take place Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 5-7 p.m. at the Headstart-ACCAP Building, 9574 Foley Boulevard. Stop ...

Hwy. 10 Construction Project in '24-'25

Get ready for more construction on Highway 10 next year... this time in Coon Rapids."We identified through that study back in 2018 the third lane would benefit the system," said Nick Dobda, Anoka County engineering design supervisor.Residents tu...

Snowflake Days Button Contest

The Coon Rapids Snowflake Association will celebrate its 60^th anniversary event in 2024! They invite all Coon Rapids students in grades 5-12 to participate in the 2024 Coon Rapids Snowflake Days Button Design Contest!

Who Can Enter

The button contest is ope...

Tuesday, Nov. 21 Meeting

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

• Mayor Jerry Koch read a proclamation declaring Small Business Saturday on Nov. 25.
• Accepted a 2024 Statewide Health Improvement Program (SHIP) Grant and appr...

Holiday Lighting Contest 2023

Holiday Lighting Contest Now Open

The City of Coon Rapids is accepting entries for the 2023 Holiday Lighting Contest sponsored by the Coon Rapids Arts Commission.

Coon Rapids residents are encouraged to participate and win one of four cash prizes in two dif...

The Pizza Box Predicament

Heads up for your next pizza night! Despite what the delivery box might say… most pizza boxes are not recyclable in Minnesota at this time. Under perfect conditions, corrugated cardboard is one of the easiest things to recycle – and c...

How to Spot Diseased Trees

In the past two years, City Forester Tommy Schibilla has taken many calls regarding dead oak trees. He says it's due to the drought from 2021, 2022 and 2023. The compounding stress has killed many oaks and/or made them susceptible to an ...

Tuesday, Nov. 7 Meeting

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

• Mayor Jerry Koch administered the oath of office to police officer John Tomczik.
• Mayor Koch read a proclamation declaring DECA week.
• Accepted the third quarter...

Right-of-Way Work Underway

Have you seen this? This is how fiber optic cable is installed underground… the cable is used to bring high-speed internet to homes and businesses (also called broadband service).You may notice more work like this popping up around the city. Se...

The Seasons are Changing

This week's Halloween snowfall reminds us that seasons change. And inside the Coon Rapids Public Works building, the Streets Department is preparing for winter. Dump trucks are being turned into plow trucks."This assembly here is a sander which allow...

City Mascot Gets Refresh

If you haven't seen him out and about yet, look for him at upcoming community events. We're talking about Rocky the Raccoon, the City's longtime mascot who got a major makeover this year. He was introduced to the community durin...

Winter Parking Restrictions in Effect

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...

Hwy. 10 Third Lane Project

You're invited to an in-person or virtual open house to learn about future improvements to Highway 10 in Coon Rapids. The in-person meeting will take place Wednesday, Nov. 1 from 4-6 p.m. in the Coon Rapids Civic Center, 11155 Robinson Drive. Review the i...

Mercy Park Playground Now More Accessible

On Tuesday, city officials joined together with staff from Mercy Hospital and Allina Health to celebrate the new inclusive playground at Mercy Park."Partnerships like this one with Mercy and the Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute ar...

New Rotational Art Program Launches

The Coon Rapids Arts Commission is launching a new program to allow local and regional artists to display their work at City Hall.The City and the arts commission are committed to promoting and integrating arts, culture and public aesthetics throughout th...

Tuesday, Oct. 17 Meeting

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

• Mayor Jerry Koch administered the oath of office to police captain Tanya Harmoning.
• Approved fiscal agent agreement with Anoka County related to the Violent ...

Street Sweeping/Brown Water Alert

Fall street sweeping is beginning to ramp up and will continue until mid-November. Please help crews complete the clean up by keeping waste bins, basketball hoops and other items behind the curb and OUT of the street. Also remember, it is against City Cod...

Tuesday, Oct. 3 Meeting

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

• Adopted a resolution appointing Elzaki Ishag to the Sustainability Commission.
• Accepted a donation for a park bench from the family of Jon Geldert in his memo...

Congratulations Winners!

2023 Photo Contest Winners

Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 Coon Rapids Arts Commission Photo Contest! Entries were accepted from amateur photographers showcasing Highlights of Coon Rapids Parks.

View the contest webpage to see a slideshow of all ...

Turn Over a New Leaf!

Do you accept the challenge? Sign up to power your home with renewable energy. Currently, more than 500 homes in Coon Rapids subscribe to renewable energy programs. You can be next! 

When you join the challenge by subscribing to a renewable energy...

New Water Tower Under Construction

A new one million gallon water tower is currently under construction just southeast of the intersection of Coon Rapids Boulevard and Foley Boulevard. Once completed, the new tower will replace the oldest water tower in the city, which is located at Northd...

Tuesday, Sept. 19 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023 meeting:

• Mayor Jerry Koch read a proclamation declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
• Adopted a resolution granting approval of conduit bond financin...

Vacancies on Several City Commissions

Are you interested in City planning or sustainability efforts and looking to get more involved in the community? The City is in need of residents to fill vacancies on both its Planning Commission and Sustainability Commission.

• The Planning Commission helps...

Tuesday, Sept. 5 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023 meeting:

• Accepted grant funds from the State of MN - MNOSHA Workplace Safety Consultation Unit.
• Adopted a resolution appointing Grace Baehren to the Parks and Recreat...

Evaluating Waste Collection

At the Sept. 5 City Council meeting, the Council will consider whether to begin an exploratory process to gather information about the benefits and challenges of organized hauling.

What is Organized Hauling?

Coon Rapids currently operates an "open haul...

Fall Newsletter Now Available

The fall edition of the Coon Rapids Connection newsletter is here! Learn more about the traffic review process for street signs, read highlights of the 2024 City budget and find out about the history of the 'Rocky the Raccoon' mascot. Pl...

Sign Up for Skating School!

Join us for 13 skating lessons.

Saturday Sessions: Sept. 16-Dec. 16 (no class: 11/25)

Monday Sessions: Sept. 25-Dec. 18

There are lessons for everyone ages 4 to adult. A variety of classes will be offered for beginners, adults, hockey players and advanced sk...

Permits Not Required for Home Occupations

A permit is no longer required for home occupations in Coon Rapids. In July, the City Council adopted a new ordinance that removes the requirement for a home occupation permit, along with the need for a public hearing before the Planning Commission.City s...

Mercy Park Under Construction

Tuesday, Aug. 15 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, August 15, 2023 meeting:

• Mayor Jerry Koch administered the oath of office to Police Chief Bill Steiner.
• Received the mid-year gambling expenditure report.
• Approved a temporary liquo...

Know the Rules: Temporary Structures

Did you know temporary accessory structures are not allowed in Coon Rapids? Carports along with hoop, canvas and tarp sheds don't meet City code for being structurally sound. Heavy snow can cause them to collapse and high winds can send them flyi...

Wednesday, Aug. 2 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Wednesday, August 2, 2023 meeting:

• Accepted grant for full-time auto theft investigator.
• Approved a site plan extension for Tronson Apartments, 1354 121st Ave.
• Approved site plan extension for Shopof...

Northdale Blvd. Road Closure

Northdale Boulevard is currently closed from Quince Street to Ilex Street until the end of August.Approximately 3,100 feet of watermain on Northdale Boulevard between Ilex Street and Quince Street is being replaced in conjunction with a pavement mill and ...

Blue-Green Algae Bloom

UPDATE ON 7-21-23: The City of Coon Rapids received cyanotoxin test results, which were collected on 7-12-23. Results were within the recommended levels established by the MPCA and did not indicate an elevated risk at the time of testing.**There ...

Overnight Closures Planned on Hwy. 10

Heads up if you travel Highway 10 through Anoka during the overnight hours. Overnight closures are planned in both directions of Highway 10 from July 24-30 as crews set the girders for the new Ferry Street bridge. Below is the information posted by MnDOT:...

Asphalt Rejuvenating Maintenance

A product designed to extend the life of the pavement is being applied to about a dozen streets around Coon Rapids.The work is being done July 19, 20, 21 and 24 (treatment is weather dependent and could be delayed due to rain). The contractor, Corrective ...

Tuesday, July 18 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, July 18, 2023 meeting:

• Mayor Jerry Koch administered the oath of office to Officers Daniel Ehnstrom, Jacob Hatzenbeller, Georgia Carlson and Drake Malaske.
• Adopted a resolution est...

Wednesday, July 5 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Wednesday, July 5, 2023 meeting:

• Approved an agreement with Anoka-Ramsey Community College for security contract.
• Introduced an ordinance related to home occupations.
• Introduced an ordinance...

Know the Rules: Illegal Dumping

Did you know it's illegal to dump furniture, garbage and other debris along roads and public areas of the city? Also, don't blow grass clippings or snow into the street.More code information here:  https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/7...

Tuesday, June 20 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the Tuesday, June 20, 2023 meeting:

• Mayor Jerry Koch read a proclamation declaring July 1 as Coon Rapids Women of Today day.
• Approved the waiver of fees for the 4th of July Celebration...

New Water Rates Start May 1

The City is restructuring water rates to keep the water fund self-sustaining for years to come.Last year, a water utility rate study determined that changes in the rate structure were needed to protect the future stability of our most critical infrastruct...

Promoting Efficiency and Renewable Energy

The City has a new Energy Action Plan to outline how Coon Rapids can improve energy efficiency and promote renewable energy into the future. The plan identifies energy-saving actions that Coon Rapids residents, businesses and institutions can take to save...

Fighting Emerald Ash Borer

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...