Councilmember Wes Hovland Says Goodbye to the Blaine City Council

Councilmember Wes Hovland has represented the first ward for the last 20 years. Hovland is retiring from the Blaine City Council at the end of the year. 

Hovland moved to Blaine in 1980 after he completed a five-year stint in the United States Air...

Development Spotlight: Blaine Square II & III Additions

Construction is underway on the Blaine Square II & III addition on the southeast corner of 125th and Ulysses, creating additional commercial space within the City and bringing in new restaurants. Eight new buildings are part of this capital real estat...

Blaine Completes Northtown Planning Study

The Northtown Area Redevelopment Study has concluded and city staff is working toward the next steps to make this plan a reality. 

A top priority for the Northtown Redevelopment Study is for City Staff to identify short-term wins and timelines and...

Apply Now: Blaine Board and Commission Openings

The Blaine City Council is seeking applicants for several advisory boards and commissions. Board and commission members provide input and guidance on the many different matters that a city like Blaine faces. Vacancies are filled by mayoral appointment and...

November 22, 2022 Park Board Meeting

November 21, 2022 City Council Meeting

SBM Santa Parade Returns

The Spring Lake Park, Blaine, Mounds View Fire Department (SBM) is proud to present the 2022 Annual Santa Parade! Join us December 5-8 on a neighborhood street near you.

SBM Santa Parade Tour 

Monday, December 5 

• West Blaine

 Tuesda...

Blaine Family-Owned Business Beats the Odds

Only three percent of family-owned businesses make it to the fourth generation and beyond with the average lifespan of a family business being 24 years. General Pattern has beat the odds by celebrating their 100th year in business.

Founded by Ernest Reilan...

November 15, 2022 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

Department Spotlight: Say Hello to the City Clerk’s Department

After a busy midterm election season, a huge thank you is in order to the Blaine City Clerk's Office and all election workers for their hard work. While election administration may be the most visible role of the city clerk, this team does much m...

November 9, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

City Prepares 2023 Annual Budget

The Blaine City Council is working towards completion of the annual budget and tax levy. The council will formally vote on the general fund budget and tax levy at their December 19, 2022 meeting. There are a couple of upcoming opportunities for Blaine res...

November 7, 2022 City Council Meeting

Blaine Construction Update - 11/7/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

Blaine Construction Update - 10/28/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

October 25, 2022 Park Board Meeting

Blaine Construction Update - 10/20/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

October 18, 2022 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

October 17, 2022 City Council Meeting

Blaine Construction Update - 10/14/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

October 11, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

Blaine Construction Update - 10/10/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Spring/Summer Photo Contest

The results are in for the Impressions of Blaine Spring/Summer Photo Contest!

Blaine Construction Update - 9/30/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

October 3, 2022 City Council Meeting

Department Spotlight: Community Standards

Community Standards is part of the City of Blaine’s Safety Services Department. Community Standards consists of four divisions; Neighborhood Services, Fire Inspections, Housing Services, and Facilities. This department includes the City’s Fire Marshal and...

September 27, 2022 Park Board Meeting

Aurelia Park Pond Initiative Update: Improving Water Quality

A new community initiative to clean up stormwater in southern Blaine is now in the final stages of completion. The Aurelia Park Pond project is a partnership between the City of Blaine and Coon Creek Watershed District (CCWD) to help reduce water pollutio...

105th Avenue Master Plan - Future Blaine City Core

Earlier this summer, the Blaine Economic Development Authority (EDA) adopted the 105th Avenue Redevelopment Master Plan. The 105th Avenue/Radisson Road industrial area has been identified in Blaine’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan as a priority redevel...

Photos from Blaine WorldFest 2022

Thank you so much to everyone who came out last weekend to our annual WorldFest event! Thank you to our wonderful residents, non-residents who came out, vendors, performers, sponsors, staff, and volunteers. It truly takes all of you to put on such an amaz...

September 19, 2022 City Council Meeting

Chat with BlaineBot

BlaineBot is a 24/7 chat feature that will be able to answer your questions and help direct you to the correct information. During City Hall business hours users will also have the option to chat directly with a City staff member. The City is continually ...

Blaine Construction Update - 9/16/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

Blaine BizConnect - September 2022

Blaine BizConnect is a monthly e-newsletter to keep you up to date on development happenings in the City of Blaine. Get the latest information on City Council approvals, groundbreakings, and grand openings.

Medicare Counseling Assistance

In-person one-on-one Medicare Counseling Assistance appointments are now available at the MAYC to help you navigate the Medicare process. Get your questions answered by a professionally trained representative of Trellis, a partner of the MN Board on Aging...

September 13, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

Report Concerns with SeeClickFix

SeeClickFix is the fastest, easiest way for you to submit non-emergency requests to the City. Damaged park equipment, potholes, water quality concerns, event information, street light outages, and so much more can all be reported or requested through the ...

Blaine Construction Update - 9/9/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

September 7, 2022 City Council Meeting

September 6, 2022, Traffic Commission Meeting

Blaine Construction Update - 9/2/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

Blaine Construction Update - 8/26/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

August 23, 2022 Park Board Meeting

Blaine Construction Update - 8/18/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

August 16, 2022 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

August 15, 2022 City Council Meeting

Blaine BizConnect - August 2022

Blaine BizConnect is a monthly e-newsletter to keep you up to date on development happenings in the City of Blaine. Get the latest information on City Council approvals, groundbreakings, and grand openings.

Blaine Construction Update - 8/12/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

August 10, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

Blaine Construction Update - 8/4/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

August 1, 2022 City Council Meeting

Blaine Construction Update - 7/29/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

Blaine Construction Update - 7/22/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

Blaine Construction Update - 7/19/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

July 18, 2022 City Council Meeting

July 12, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

Department Spotlight: Fleet Services

We would like to introduce our Fleet Services Division here at the City of Blaine and thank them for their hard work. The Fleet Services Division is essential to City operations as it performs maintenance on city-owned vehicles and equipment.

The division ...

Local Students Create Artwork for Blaine Police Department

Students from Blaine High School and Spring Lake Park High School recently completed artwork that will be on display in the recently renovated Blaine Police Department offices. The students spent many hours outside of the school day working on these wonde...

July 6, 2022 City Council Meeting

Blaine Construction Update - 7/1/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

Blaine Construction Update - 06/23/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

June 21, 2022 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

June 20, 2022 City Council Meeting

Coffee Chat

What's on your mind today? Call in and tell us on our Monday thru Friday Coffee Chat. Give us a call and share a chuckle, a story, or tell us what is on your mind. Join us with a favorite morning beverage to start your day. We guarantee good comp...

Blaine Construction Update - 06/15/2022

The construction update is published during the construction season and includes details about current road construction projects happening in the City of Blaine.

June 14, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

New Blaine City Council Wards

Redistricting is the process of redrawing the boundaries of election districts to ensure that the people of each district are equally represented. This process begins once the federal census is completed every 10 years. Using data from the 2020 Census, ne...

June 6, 2022 City Council Meeting

Building Inspections Corner: Importance of Backflow Devices

What is backflow prevention?

When the domestic water supply system is connected to any system that has the potential to pollute or contaminate the building or city water supply, backflow protection is required. The type of device installed is determined by...

May 24, 2022 Park Board Meeting

May 17, 2022 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

May 16, 2022 City Council Meeting

May 10, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

May 2, 2022 City Council Meeting

April 26, 2022 Park Board Meeting

April 18, 2022 City Council Meeting

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Winter Photo Contest

The results are in for the Impressions of Blaine Winter Photo Contest!

April 12, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

April 4, 2022 City Council Meeting

March 22, 2022 Park Board Meeting

March 21, 2022 City Council Meeting

March 10, 2022 Special City Council Meeting

March 8, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

March 7, 2022 City Council Meeting

February 23, 2022 City Council Meeting

February 22, 2022 Park Board Meeting

February 15, 2022 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

February 8, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

February 7, 2022 City Council Meeting

January 25, 2022 Park Board Meeting

January 19, 2022 City Council Meeting

January 18, 2022 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Fall Photo Contest

The results are in for the Impressions of Blaine Fall Photo Contest!

January 3, 2022 City Council Meeting

December 20, 2021 City Council Meeting

December 14, 2021 Planning Commission Meeting

December 13, 2021, Truth in Taxation Hearing

December 6, 2021, City Council Meeting

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Summer Photo Contest

The results are in for the Impressions of Blaine Summer Photo Contest!

View Photos from Blaine WorldFest 2021

Blaine WorldFest includes dance performances, food, vendor booths, and a great afternoon of community building.

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Spring Photo Contest

The results are in for the Impressions of Blaine Spring Photo Contest!

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Fall Photo Contest

The results are in for the Impressions of Blaine Fall Photo Contest!

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Summer Photo Contest

The results are in for the Impressions of Blaine Summer Photo Contest!

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Summer Photo Contest

The results are in for the Impressions of Blaine Summer Photo Contest!

Blaine PD Makes Holidays Brighter Free Event for Students

On December 10, 2019, the Blaine Police Department along with Target, Spring Lake Park Blaine Mounds View Fire Department, Minnesota State Patrol, Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, Lino Lakes Department of Public Safety, Centennial Lakes Police Dep...

Congratulations to the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Summer Photo Contest

The results are in for the Impressions of Blaine Summer Photo Contest.

Congratulations to the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Summer Photo Contest

The results are in for the Impressions of Blaine Summer Photo Contest.

View the 2019 Night to Unite Flickr Photo Recap

In 2019 there were 146 registered Night to Unite block parties in the City of Blaine. Thousands of Blaine residents were out celebrating community and building relationships. The city had two photo teams out to capture great moments from the night.

Fourth Graders Learn to be Safe

Blaine Safety Camp, held in late July, brought 160 fourth graders together for two days of fun and learning. Unintentional injury is the leading cause of death and disabling injury for children under the age of 15. The main goal of Safety Camp is to help ...

Blaine PD Makes Holidays Brighter for Students

On Tuesday, December 11, 2018 the Blaine Police Department along with Target, SBM Fire Department, Minnesota State Patrol, Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, Lexington Fire Department, Lino Lakes Department of Public Safety, Centennial Lakes Police ...

Heroes and Helpers event at Target

Story by StarTribune

Blaine police officers take kids on holiday shopping spree

Story by Fox 9 News

Public Safety Workers Team Up with Kids for Ninth Annual 'Heroes and Helpers' in Blaine

Story and Video by NorthMetroTV

2018 Blaine Block Party Flickr Photo Recap

2018 Blaine Block Party Flickr Photo Recap

Night to Unite a Huge Success

The 2019 edition of Night to Unite was held on Tuesday, August 2, and it was another successful evening of bringing together the community as a whole.

View the 2018 Night to Unite Flickr Photo Recap

View the 2018 Night to Unite Flickr Photo Recap

Winners of the 2018 Night to Unite Pet Photo Contest

Congratulations to "Bruce" the cat and "Rosie" the dog on winning people's choice in the 2018 Night to Unite Pet Photo Contest. Thank you to all those that entered.

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2018 Kids Triathlon Flickr Photo Recap

2018 Blaine Safety Camp a Success

Two Day Camp Focuses on Reducing the Number of Accidental Injuries and Deaths Among Children

Another collection of Blaine soon-to-be fourth graders now possess the knowledge and tools to live safe, healthy lives after the 22nd Annual Blaine Safety Camp.

On ...

Summer Fun at the Wetland Sanctuary

Summer Fun at the Wetland Sanctuary

2018 Spring Impressions of Blaine Flickr Photo Recap

2018 Summer Impressions of Blaine Flickr Photo Recap

View the 2018 Blaine WorldFest Flickr Photo Recap

2018 Blaine WorldFest in pictures. Professional photos by Sarah Grace Photography.

View the 2018 Blaine WorldFest Flickr Photo Recap

2018 Blaine WorldFest in pictures. Professional photos by Sarah Grace Photography.

Blaine World Fest 2018

Blaine World Fest was held Saturday, May 19 at Town Square Park.  This celebration of nations was marked with colorful costuming, talented dancers, delicious food, and friendly vendors.  Approximately 1200 people came out for the event a...

2017 Fall Impressions of Blaine Flickr Photo Recap

Kids Shop with Officers, Firefighters in Blaine

Story by Eric Hagen, Staff Writer, ABC Newspapers

View the 2017 Morning at the North Pole Flickr Photo Recap

Community Events & Landmarks

People & Families

Pets

Wildlife & Nature

View the 2017 Night to Unite Flickr Photo Recap

View the 2017 Night to Unite Flickr Photo Recap

2017 Flickr Photo Recap

2017 Safety Camp – 21st Annual Blaine Safety Camp a Success

21st Annual Blaine Safety Camp a SuccessTwo-day camp focuses on reducing the number of accidental injuries and deaths among children.

Another collection of Blaine soon-to-be fourth graders now possess the knowledge and tools to live safe, healthy lives aft...

2017 Safety Camp Slideshow

2017 Safety Camp Video

Produced by TJ Tronson, North Metro TV

Safety Camp Makes Impact in Blaine

Produced by North Metro TV

More than 20 Years of Training at Blaine Safety Camp

Story and Photo by TJ Armstrong, Staff Writer, ABC Newspapers

Are You a Nextdoor Neighbor?

Have you signed up for your Nextdoor account?  The City of Blaine has partnered with a private online network called Nextdoor.  Nextdoor is a free private social networking website for your neighborhood.  Nextdoor makes it east ...

View the 2017 Blaine WorldFest Flickr Photo Recap

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Blaine Market

We are moving outdoors beginning Wednesday, June 6 from 3 to 7 PM.

Blaine Wetland Sanctuary

BWS is one of Blaine's premier open spaces with over 500 acres of wetland and upland, and a boardwalk extending from Lexington Avenue North through both wetland and upland habitats to connect an existing paved trail to East Lake Park.

Impressions of Blaine

The City of Blaine presents our first ever photo contest, held seasonally.

View the 2016 Night to Unite Flickr Photo Recap

2016 Family Fun Night Flickr Photo Recap

Photos by Eric Hagen, ABC Newspapers

9th Annual WorldFest

The ninth annual World Fest was held on Saturday, May 21. Town Square Park was decorated with flags from around the world to welcome over 1600 attendees. The event kicked off with the sound of an air horn and a Chinese Lion leading a procession from City ...

View the 2016 Blaine WorldFest Flickr Photo Recap

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View the 2016 Earth Day Flickr Photo Recap

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Aquatore Park Receives an Earth Day Makeover

On Saturday, April 23, Spring Lake Park Girl Scouts from K thru 7th grade organized 6 groups to clean up Aquatore Park.  A few notables from the clean up effort:

• 83 Girl Scouts/30 Adults/12 Siblings = 125 Volunteers
• 24 Yard Waste Bags
• 5 Trash Bags

Af...

Kane Meadows Park Celebrated Earth Day this Past Saturday

Kane Meadows Park celebrated #EarthDay this past Saturday. They had a great turnout.

• 7 bags of garbage including a tire.
• 7 bags of old leaves, mulched, racked and bagged.
• 1 ton of new mulch shoveled, wheelbarrowed and spread in at least 6 areas.
• 12 large pizz...

2015 Heroes & Helpers Huge Success

For the sixth year in a row, the Blaine Police Department teamed with Blaine SuperTarget to make the holiday season extra special for some local children. This year members of the Spring Lake Park–Blaine–Mounds View Fire Department and the Police Departme...

View the 2015 Night to Unite Flickr Photo Recap

2015 Family Fun Night Flickr Photo Recap

Record Attendance at WorldFest 2015

The Parks and Recreation Department hosted World Fest on Saturday, May 16, at Town Square Park. The event was a huge success! Around 2.200 people came out to enjoy the event. World Fest is an amazing event that brings the community together to celebrate t...

View the 2015 Blaine WorldFest Flickr Photo Recap

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View the 2015 Blaine WorldFest Flickr Photo Recap

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2014 Heroes & Helpers Huge Success

For the fifth year in a row, the Blaine Police Department teamed with Blaine SuperTarget to make the holiday season extra special for some local children. This year members of theSpring Lake Park, Blaine, Mounds View Fire Department, Anoka County Sheriff’...

Celebrating Cultures, Cuisine, Dance, Music and Art from Around the World

The Parks and Recreation Department hosted World Fest on Saturday, May 16, at Town Square Park. The event was a huge success! Around 2.200 people came out to enjoy the event. World Fest is an amazing event that brings the community together to celebrate t...

View the 2014 Night to Unite Flickr Photo Recap

2014 Family Fun Night Flickr Photo Recap

View the 2014 Blaine WorldFest Flickr Photo Recap

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2013 Heroes & Helpers Huge Success

For the fourth year in a row, the Blaine Police Department teamed with Blaine SuperTarget to make the holiday season extra special for some local children. Formerly known as Shop with a Cop this year’s program has been renamed Hero’s and Helpers, and incl...