Stormwater Pond Rules

Stormwater ponds are manmade bodies of water designed for the purpose of treating stormwater runoff. All bodies of water you see in the City of Blaine are stormwater ponds with the exception of Laddie Lake and Sunrise Lake. Sunrise Lake is a manmade body ...

Celebrate American Wetlands

Since 1991, each May is recognized as American Wetlands Month. It is a time to celebrate the vital importance of wetlands to the nation’s ecological, economic, and social health. Wetlands help improve water quality and supply, reduce flooding, a...

Summer Recreation Programs Update

The City of Blaine will be focusing on alternative program options for the summer park and recreation program season. The city has made the difficult decision to cancel in-person programming through August. There are many factors that went into this decis...

Candidate Filing for Mayor and Council Starts May 19

Candidate filing for Blaine city offices will be open from Tuesday, May 19 through Tuesday, June 2, 2020, between 8AM and 4:30PM, Monday through Friday. All candidate filings must be received by Tuesday, June 2, 2020, at 5PM. Candidates will file for four...

Spring Hydrant Flushing Underway

The City of Blaine Public Works department has started the process of flushing fire hydrants across the city. The work began on May 11 and is expected to take between three and four weeks to complete. Hydrant flushing is a routine maintenance process that...

Impressions of Blaine Spring Photo Contest Now Open

Show us your best shot. From people, pets, and places to celebrations and locations, you are invited to show us your impression of Blaine.

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Winter Photo Contest

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

April 1 is Census Day

Today, April 1, is Census Day. Everyone needs to be counted, because data from the census will help determine how $15.5 billion in federal funds are distributed across Minnesota each year for things like health care, education, and roads.

As of the end of ...

Stop the Spread of Garlic Mustard

Garlic mustard is a highly aggressive invasive species, growing in woodlands and woodland edges. It is one of the first invasive species to emerge and flowers in May – June. It is a biennial forb, producing a basal rosette the first year and bol...

COVID-19 Business Resources

Blaine businesses are an integral part of the economic health of the community. BlaineBizMN has posted a business resources page containing information related to emergency loan programs, changes in city policy, and how to stay informed.

High Water Levels Expected this Spring

Frequent and heavy rains across the area last fall caused creeks, lakes, ponds, and wetlands to be at their highest levels in years. With saturated soils and high levels of water already, the ability of the drainage system to hold the predicted higher sno...

City of Blaine Announces Closure of City Buildings

On March 17 the City of Blaine closed all public buildings until further notice. City staff are continuing to work and assist the public but the buildings will not be open for in person business.

Spring Pet Reminders

Dogs Must be Leashed When Out for a Walk

Please remember that all dogs must be on a leash and under control while off their owner’s property. If you wish to have dogs run and play off leash, the city has an off leash dog park available at Aquator...

2020 Census: We Count

After years of planning it is time to conduct the 2020 census. The census takes place every 10 years and the data gathered in the census shapes the next decade in the city, state, and entire nation. Minnesota receives $15 billion a year from the federal g...

Blaine BizConnect - February 2020

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

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...

Announcing the Impressions of Blaine Photo of the Year

Congratulations to Tom Stuart with Hilltop Sunrise

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...

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

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

Blaine BizConnect - September 2019

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

Announcing the Winners of the Impressions of Blaine Spring Photo Contest

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