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...

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.

It’s National Preparedness Month: Have you made a plan?

The Blaine Police Department is sharing this information on how to best be prepared in your home, neighborhood, and community.

Has your family made a plan in the event of an emergency or disaster? How about your neighborhood?

You can bet that your local eme...

Blaine Police Department Annual Report

The Blaine Police Department mission statement reads, “As proud members of our community, we, the members of the Blaine Police Department, strive to enhance the quality of life in Blaine by serving with integrity, respect, and professionalism.” This missi...

In-Person Absentee Voting Now Open

In-person absentee voting is available for the special primary election to fill the vacant District 6 seat on the Anoka County Board. This election is only for three precincts on the far eastern side of Blaine, to find your precinct go to mnvotes.org.

Voti...

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.

Community Connect Update 9-17-19

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

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...

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 ...

Community Connect Update 8-15-19

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

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. Blaine now joins 22 other cities in Minnesota with this elite rating from Standa...

Blaine BizConnect - August 2019

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

Don't Fall Behind

With spring and summer comes rain, flowers, and the perfect weather to get started on your home improvement projects. Whether you have been putting off fixing your roof, getting new windows, or want to update a bathroom, there has never been a better time...

Census Spotlight

The 2020 Census is less than a year away and the planning and preparation for this important event is well underway. City staff have been meeting with local partners to put plans in place to help get a complete count in the city. The census provides vital...

Blaine’s New Resident Participation Center

Interested in attending a city council meeting but never been to one before? Have an issue that you want speak on? Stop by the new resident participation center located on the second floor of city hall outside the council chambers. Here you can find an ag...

Longtime Community Development Director Retires

After 33 years at the City of Blaine, Planning and Community Development Director, Bryan Schafer, is retiring. Bryan started with the city in June of 1986 as a code compliance officer. In 1990, Bryan became a planner with the city and eventually the princ...

Pesticides and Our Water Do Not Mix

Summertime is lawn care time but maintaining lawns with synthetic pesticides (herbicides, insecticides, or fungicides), can pollute water.

This happens because rain can wash off any improperly applied pesticide. The polluted rainwater runs into street stor...

Blaine’s Police Explorer Program Continues to Excel

The Blaine Police Explorer Post #3939 attended the 44th Annual Minnesota Law Enforcement Explorer

Association State Conference this past April in Rochester, MN. The explorers participated in 13 separate scenario based competitions based on different types ...

Have a Fun and Safe Summer

Summer is the time for getting outdoors and having fun. The following are some safety tips for favorite summer activities. By using these simple tips residents can help to ensure that everyone has a fun and safe summer season.

Grilling Safety

• The grill shou...

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Spring Photo Contest

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

New Senior/ Activity Center Update

The Blaine City Council awarded the bid for the construction of the new Blaine senior/activity center to Ebert Construction. The bid of $3,709,000 was the lowest of the six bids received for this project. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on April 18 and...

Construction Plans Approved

The Blaine City Council has approved a contract for construction of Water Treatment Plant 4. When completed, the plant will provide water treatment for future growth in the northeast portion of the City. The plant will be located on a 10 acre parcel at Le...

Blaine Honored with Top Awards

The City of Blaine was recently celebrated by SportsEvents Media Group and the Minnesota Real Estate Journal.

Blaine received a Readers’ Choice Award from SportsEvents Media Group for being a top sports events destination. The award is given annually to ci...

MnDOT Begins Major I-35W Project

Starting in 2019, MnDOT will undertake an ambitious three-year project on I-35W from Roseville through Blaine.