News Flash

Nov. 25 & 26

All City facilities will be closed on Thursday, November 25 and Friday, November 26 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, November 29.

Holiday Donation Opportunities

Help spread generosity and cheer to individuals and families in need. The City of Coon Rapids has four donation opportunities for the holiday season. Collection bins are located in the front lobby of City Hall, 11155 Robinson Drive. Donations are accepted...

Small Business Saturday

The holiday shopping season is here and local small businesses hope you keep them in mind as you make your purchases in the coming weeks.

Mayor Jerry Koch has declared Saturday, November 27 as Small Business Saturday in Coon Rapids. The City supports our l...

Holiday Lighting Contest

Help light up the city and share in the magic of the holidays! Enter the 2021 Holiday Lighting Contest sponsored by the Coon Rapids Arts Commission.

Coon Rapids residents are encourage to participate and win one of four cash prizes in two different categor...

Saturday, Dec. 11

Enjoy cider and hot chocolate, bonfires and music, as the city celebrates its first tree lighting event on the grounds of Boulevard Plaza! The public is invited to join in on a new community tradition at this FREE event!

Coon Rapids Community Tree Lighting...

Tickets on sale now!

Tickets are now available for the 2022 Winter Concert Series! Purchase tickets at the front desk of Coon Rapids City Hall, 11155 Robinson Drive. Admission is $8 for adults, $6 for 65+ and $5 for children 12 and under. 

Enjoy dessert, coffee and li...

Tuesday, Nov. 16 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the November 16, 2021 meeting:

• Mayor Jerry Koch proclaimed Saturday, November 27 as "Small Business Saturday" in Coon Rapids.
• Approved updates to certain fees and charges for 2022.
• App...

November 1 to April 1

Winter Parking Rules

• Vehicles cannot be parked on the street from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. each night from November 1 to April 1.
• Parking on the street is not allowed anytime there may be accumulation or the weather forecast shows an expected accumulation of three ...

Free Meal Bags

For the second straight year, the Coon Rapids Fire Department is partnering with the non-profit organization Every Meal to help the hungry this holiday season.Free meal bags are now available for anyone in need at Fire Station #1 and Fire Station #2 with ...

Apply to a Commission Today!

Make a difference in the community, meet new people and have fun by joining a City Commission! 

Several Coon Rapids commissions need new members. The City Council appoints citizens to serve voluntarily to advise and participate in a varie...

Street Sweeping/Brown Water Alert

Please be aware that street sweepers are out now on City streets. Crews began on the south side of the City at the beginning of November and will continue working through all neighborhoods during the next several weeks. Street sweepers will continue to op...

Recycle Your Pumpkins

FALL REMINDER: Don't throw your pumpkins in the trash... bring them to the Coon Rapids Recycling Center! Pumpkins can be placed in the organics recycling bin, which sits outside the fenced area. Drop off your pumpkins anytime! Please remove candl...

Wednesday, Nov. 3 Meeting

Here's a look at some of the City Council actions from the November 3, 2021 meeting:

• The City Clerk administered the oath of office to Pablo Hernandez, Jr. who was appointed to the Ward 3 councilmember position.
• Approved a staffing agreement for th...

Winners Announced!

Congratulations to the winners of the 2021 Coon Rapids Arts Commission Photo Contest! Entries were accepted from amateur photographers illustrating the theme Hometown Pride.

Check out the winning photos, selected by the arts commission in youth and adult c...

Learn About MRCCA Updates

The City will host a Zoom Webinar to detail new zoning rules for property along the Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area (MRCCA). Pre-registration is required.

MRCCA Virtual Open HouseWednesday, Oct. 13, 2021 via Zoom

View a recording of the Virtual Ope...

Rent Assistance Program

Funds are still available to help Minnesotans who are struggling to pay their rent and utility bills due to the pandemic.RentHelpMN will funnel hundreds of millions of dollars in emergency federal aid to those who need it the most."It's basically mea...

Middle Sand Creek Corridor Restoration

A ribbon cutting took place in Coon Rapids Wednesday afternoon to mark the completion of the Middle Sand Creek Corridor restoration.The Coon Creek Watershed District hosted the event, which celebrated a number of partner agencies involved in the three yea...

View the Presentation

Coon Creek Watershed District (CCWD) and the City of Coon Rapids hosted a virtual informational meeting on Thursday Sept. 9 to inform the community about a proposed water filter for Pleasure Creek. The project includes installation of a biochar and iron e...

City Moves Another Step in 'Green' Initiative

The City of Coon Rapids is moving on up when it comes to going green. The city recently became a Step 3 city in the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program. The program is voluntary and helps cities achieve their sustainability and quality of life goals.

Olivia...

Riverdale Station Next Phase

Plans are underway for the final two buildings in the Riverdale Station housing development next to the Riverdale Transit Station on Northdale Boulevard. The first two buildings of this community, Nova and Lyra, opened in late 2019 and early 2020. Develop...

Northdale Traffic Improvements

A new traffic light has been installed near the access points to Menards and Costco, on Northdale Boulevard near Main Street. An estimated 16,000 vehicles travel along Northdale Boulevard each day making it a hot spot for congestion. The new traffic signa...

2021 4th of July Celebration

Get ready to celebrate the Coon Rapids 4th of July Community Celebration for 2021! The two-day event will feature a variety of activities.

See full event plans and get a print out here.

July 3, 2021

• Carnival starting at noon (rides, games, food trucks) until...

New Resident Guide for 2021

Residents of Andover and Coon Rapids will soon see the 2021 Andover/Coon Rapids Community Resource and Resident's Guide arriving soon in their mailboxes.

This annual publication features information about both cities plus listings for local busine...

Monthly Winter Concerts

2021 Televised Winter Concert Series

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 Winter Concert Series will not take place at the Coon Rapids Civic Center as usual, but instead, enjoy the music of several entertainers as they perform in special televised concer...

New Fire Engine with Test Lights

New Fire Engine with Test Lights

The Coon Rapids Fire Department is testing new technology and a new light bar system on top of its newest fire truck, designed to improve safety. The entire technology system, named Core, was donated to the Coon Rapids Fire...

Updates to Sand Creek

Update on Sand Creek

Habitat “Makeover” Continues near Olive Street

Phase 2 construction is underway along Sand Creek from Olive Street downstream to the railroad tracks. Expect up to 4 more weeks of construction, depending on weather. This phase was starte...

We did it!

Census Complete

Thank You Coon Rapids!

Residents in Coon Rapids answered the call to respond to the 2020 Census. More than 85% of households in our community responded online, by phone, or by mail, well above the state and national averages.

2020 Census Self...

2021 Budget in Brief

2021 Budget

The City Council approved a tax levy for 2021 after a public meeting held in December. The City Council is committed to a responsible budget that addresses needs while considering economic uncertainty related to the COVID-19 pandemic. ...

Traffic Changes and New Construction Underway in Riverdale Area

Traffic Changes and New Construction Underway in Riverdale Area

New Medians & Traffic Signal

New medians are in place on Northdale Boulevard just north of Main Street in the Riverdale shopping area. A stoplight is also planned at the high-traffic inters...

Hwy 610-East River Road Interchange Receives Funding

Hwy. 610-East River Road Interchange Receives Funding

The City of Coon Rapids and Anoka County requested $1.5 million in the 2020 legislative session for the planning and engineering of a full access interchange for Trunk Highway (TH) 610 at East River Roa...

Boulevard Plaza Possible Site Expansion

The Coon Rapids City Council is considering a possible recreational facility at the site of Boulevard Plaza, located near 11000 Crooked Lake Blvd.

The Coon Rapids Ice Center, located at 11000 Crooked Lake Blvd., opened in September 2011 as part of a long-t...