January 22, 2020 Blaine City Council Meeting

Blaine BizConnect - January 2020

Blaine BizConnect is a monthly update on development happenings in the City of Blaine.

Blaine BizConnect - January 2020

Blaine BizConnect is a monthly update on development happenings in the City of Blaine.

January 21, 2020 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

Election Judges Needed

Serving as an election judge is an excellent way to get involved in the community. Judges will learn election procedures and help ensure elections are administered in a fair manner. Election judges are paid an hourly wage and are essential to our democrac...

Presidential Nomination Primary

In 2016, legislation was passed establishing a presidential nomination primary, which will take place Tuesday, March 3, 2020. Only major parties will participate and each major party will have a separate ballot. Candidates were submitted by the party chai...

Fire Safety

The fire deaths that occurred last year in Spring Lake Park have affected many in the community. This tragedy brings many questions, mainly what can be done to prevent something like this from happening again.

Over the last 50 years much has been done to r...

Fire Safety

The recent fire deaths that occurred in Spring Lake Park have affected many in the community. This tragedy brings many questions, mainly what can be done to prevent something like this from happening again.

Over the last 50 years much has been done to redu...

Anoka County Commissioner Special Election

A special general election will be held Tuesday, February 11 to fill the Anoka County Commissioner (District 6) vacancy created following the resignation of Rhonda Sivarajah after her appointment as county administrator. District 6 comprises the cities of...

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...

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...

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...

January 14, 2020 Planning Commission Meeting

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 Fall Photo Contest

The results are in for the Impressions of Blaine Fall 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!

Revitalization of Big Box Retail Stores

Recently, city staff has received a number of inquiries about the redevelopment of some of the big box stores in the City of Blaine. In recent years, the city has seen Kmart, Rainbow Foods, Gander Mountain, Toys-R-Us, and Best Buy close. Additionally, Wal...

Revitalization of Big Box Retail Stores

Recently, city staff has received a number of inquiries about the redevelopment of some of the big box stores in the City of Blaine. In recent years, the city has seen Kmart, Rainbow Foods, Gander Mountain, Toys-R-Us, and Best Buy close. Additionally, Wal...

Home Values Up, Tax Rate Stays Steady

The annual truth in taxation hearing was held on December 9 at Blaine City Hall. City staff presented information regarding the 2020 general fund budget and tax levy. Public comment was received by the Blaine City Council from those in attendance at the h...

January 6, 2020 Blaine City Council/EDA Meeting

A Decade of Development in Blaine

The end of another decade has come and these milestones create an opportunity to see what has changed in the last 10 years. In Blaine, much has changed.

There are many more people living in Blaine than 10 years ago. With nearly 3,000 new single family home...

A Decade of Development in Blaine

The end of another decade has come and these milestones create an opportunity to see what has changed in the last 10 years. In Blaine, much has changed.

There are many more people living in Blaine than 10 years ago. With nearly 3,000 new single family home...

How Businesses Find Their Way to Blaine

Selecting a location is one of the most important decisions any business will make. Depending on the type of business, different factors are considered. For example, a retail business often considers area demographics that include household income and pop...

How Businesses Find Their Way to Blaine

Selecting a location is one of the most important decisions any business will make. Depending on the type of business, different factors are considered. For example, a retail business often considers area demographics that include household income and pop...

December 16, 2019 Blaine City Council/EDA Meeting

Winter Salt Alternatives

As snow season draws near, consider this, sodium chloride is the most common form of salt used for de-icing roads and walkways. It is used so much that it has become a water pollutant. Here are ways to reduce chloride pollution, have safer walking areas, ...

December 10, 2019 Planning Commission Meeting

December 9, 2019 Blaine City Council Meeting - Tax Hearing

December 3, 2019, Traffic Commission Meeting

Community Connect Update December 2019

This information has been compiled by the Community Outreach unit of the Blaine Police Department.

Community Connect Update December 2019

This information has been compiled by the Community Outreach unit of the Blaine Police Department.

December 2, 2019 Blaine City Council Meeting

Please Keep Fire Hydrants Clear

Residents and business owners are asked to please remember to shovel out around fire hydrants after each snowfall. It is very important to keep hydrants clear of snow and visible from the street.

If the fire department has to spend time trying to find a fi...

November 26, 2019 Park Board Meeting

Garbage and Recycling Cart Placement

Garbage, recycling, and yard waste carts may not be placed in the street. This is especially important during the winter months to prevent the snow plows from hitting them and spilling garbage all over the snowbank where it will show up in your yard after...

November 19, 2019 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

November 18, 2019 Blaine City Council Meeting

Public Works Helps Residents Prepare for Winter

Here are a few helpful reminders from Blaine Public Works as the city prepares for the winter season.

• Fall is a good time to check your mailbox post condition. Make sure that the mailbox post is ready to handle the weight of a snow drift.
• Fall street sweepi...

Coffee with a Cop

Coffee with a Cop is an opportunity to break down the barriers that, on occasion, exist between police officers and the people they serve. Taking time to meet in a neutral location provides for real conversations about issues that matter. The officers hav...

Service Line Warranties of America and the City of Blaine

The City of Blaine has selected Service Line Warranties of America to offer residential homeowners an optional protection plan for their exterior water service and exterior sewer or septic lines. Many homeowners are not aware the exterior water service an...

November 6, 2019, Traffic Commission Meeting

November 4, 2019 Blaine City Council Meeting

Blaine BizConnect - October 2019

Blaine BizConnect is a monthly update on development happenings in the City of Blaine.

Blaine BizConnect - October 2019

Blaine BizConnect is a monthly update on development happenings in the City of Blaine.

Announcing the Impressions of Blaine Photo of the Year

Congratulations to Tom Stuart with Hilltop Sunrise

Announcing the Impressions of Blaine Photo of the Year

Congratulations to Tom Stuart with Hilltop Sunrise

Announcing the Impressions of Blaine Photo of the Year

Congratulations to Tom Stuart with Hilltop Sunrise

Community Connect Update 10-24-19

This information has been compiled by the Community Outreach unit of the Blaine Police Department.

Community Connect Update 10-24-19

This information has been compiled by the Community Outreach unit of the Blaine Police Department.

October 22, 2019 Park Board Meeting

October 21, 2019 Blaine EDA/City Council Meeting

October 15, 2019 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

Online Permitting Coming in 2020

Many residents and builders have asked the city to transition to online building permits. Hearing this feedback the City of Blaine researched potential partners for this project. Earlier this year the city selected Intuitive Municipal Solutions to develop...

Online Permitting Coming in 2020

Many residents and builders have asked the city to transition to online building permits. Hearing this feedback the City of Blaine researched potential partners for this project. Earlier this year the city selected Intuitive Municipal Solutions to develop...

October 7, 2019 Blaine EDA/City Council Meeting

Community Connect Update 10-4-19

This information has been compiled by the Community Outreach unit of the Blaine Police Department.

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.

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

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

September 24, 2019 Park Board Meeting

Blaine Named to Best Places to Live in America List

The City of Blaine is proud to announce that it has been named to the prestigious annual Money.com(formerly Money Magazine) 100 Best Places to Live in America list. Blaine is one of only three Minnesota locations to make the list.

This year there were 1,79...

Blaine BizConnect - September 2019

Blaine BizConnect is a monthly update on development happenings in the City of Blaine.

Blaine BizConnect - September 2019

Blaine BizConnect is a monthly update on development happenings in the City of Blaine.

2020 3M Open Comes to Blaine in July

The 3M Open is an annual PGA Tour event that takes place at the TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, MN. The event brings 156 of the best professional golfers in the world and 150,000 spectators to Blaine each year. The 2020 3M Open will take place from July 20-26,...

September 17, 2019 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

Community Connect Update 9-17-19

This information has been compiled by the Community Outreach unit of the Blaine Police Department.

September 16, 2019 Blaine EDA/City Council Meeting

September 10, 2019 Planning Commission Meeting

September 4, 2019 Blaine City Council Meeting

Community Connect Update 8-28-19

This information has been compiled by the Community Outreach unit of the Blaine Police Department.

Thousands Celebrate Community at Night to Unite

Night to Unite took place on August 6, 2019 with more than 150 registered block parties taking place in all parts of Blaine. Night to Unite promotes community building and crime prevention. Neighbors gather together in driveways, parks, and backyards. Jus...

Thousands Celebrate Community at Night to Unite

Night to Unite took place on August 6, 2019 with more than 150 registered block parties taking place in all parts of Blaine. Night to Unite promotes community building and crime prevention. Neighbors gather together in driveways, parks, and backyards. Jus...

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 ...

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 ...

August 19, 2019 EDA/Blaine City Council Meeting

Community Connect Update 8-15-19

This information has been compiled by the Community Outreach unit of the Blaine Police Department.

August 13, 2019 Planning Commission Meeting

Blaine BizConnect - August 2019

Blaine BizConnect is a monthly update on development happenings in the City of Blaine.

City of Blaine Receives AAA Bond Rating

The City of Blaine has been assigned the prestigious AAA bond rating by Standard and Poor’s. The AAA rating is the highest rating awarded by credit rating agencies.

August 7, 2019, Traffic Commission Meeting

August 5, 2019 EDA/Blaine City Council Meeting

July 23, 2019 Park Board Meeting

July 10, 2019 Supervisors City Drug and Alcohol Policy Presentation

July 9, 2019 Planning Commission Meeting

July 8, 2019 EDA/Blaine City Council Meeting

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 Spring Photo Contest

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

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Spring Photo Contest

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

July 2, 2019, Traffic Commission Meeting

June 27, 2019 Employee City Drug and Alcohol Policy Presentation

June 18, 2019 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

June 17, 2019 EDA/Blaine City Council Meeting

June 11, 2019 Planning Commission Meeting

May 28, 2019 Park Board Meeting

May 14, 2019 Planning Commission Meeting

May 7, 2019, Traffic Commission Meeting

April 23, 2019 Park Board Meeting

April 16, 2019 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

April 9, 2019 Planning Commission 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 2, 2019, Traffic Commission Meeting

Blaine Named City of the Year Finalist

The City of Blaine has been named as a finalist for the 2019 Minnesota Real Estate Journal City/Municipality of the Year.

February 26, 2019 Park Board Meeting

February 19, 2019 Natural Resources Conservation Board Meeting

February 12, 2019 Planning Commission Meeting

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine 2018 Fall Photo Contest

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

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 ...

View the 2018 Heroes & Helpers Flickr Photo Recap

2018 Heroes & Helpers in pictures. Professional photos by Alicia Marie Photography and Memories and More Photo Booth

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

Announcing the Impressions of Blaine Photo of the Year

Congratulations to Carly Ahlers with her Fall 2017 entry, Biking on the Boardwalk.

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine 2018 Summer Photo Contest

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

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 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

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine 2018 Spring Photo Contest

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

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...

Winners of the Impressions of Blaine 2018 Winter Photo Contest

Connie Kline

Thank you to all who entered and voted. We e...

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

View the 2017 Heroes & Helpers Flickr Photo Recap

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View the Coffee with a Cop Flickr Photo Recap

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People & Families

Community Activities & Events

Pets

Wildlife & Nature

City Landmarks

Throwback Thursday

View the 2017 Night to Unite Flickr Photo Recap

View the 2017 Night to Unite Flickr Photo Recap

2017 Kids Triathlon 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

2016 Family Fun Night Flickr Photo Recap

Photos by Eric Hagen, ABC Newspapers

2016 Kids Triathlon Flickr Photo Recap

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...

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...

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View the 2015 Night to Unite Flickr Photo Recap

2015 Family Fun Night Flickr Photo Recap

2015 Family Fun Night Flickr Photo Recap

2015 Kids Triathlon 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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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’...

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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

2014 Family Fun Night Flickr Photo Recap

2014 Kids Triathlon Flickr Photo Recap

View the 2014 Blaine WorldFest Flickr Photo Recap

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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 a...

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