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  2. Business & Development

    1. Why Blaine?
    2. Business Events & Resources
    3. Incentives & Financing
    4. Development Information
    5. Plan a Business
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  3. Government

    1. Agendas & Minutes
    2. Bids & Purchasing
    3. City Code
    4. City Connect Newsletter
    5. City Office Closures
    6. Facilities
      1. City Hall Renovation
      2. Conference Room Technology
        1. Lexington Room
        2. Lochness Room
        3. Sanctuary Room
      3. Facility Locations
      4. Facility Rental
    7. Fee Schedule
    8. Public Notices/News Releases
    9. 2020-2023 Strategic Plan
    10. City Council
      1. Mission Statement
      2. City Council Ward Lookup
      3. County, State and Federal Offices
    11. City Attorney
    12. Boards & Commissions
      1. Blaine Historical Society
        1. Blaine's History
        2. Greenberry Chambers
      2. Charter Commission
      3. Economic Development Authority
      4. Fire Board
      5. Natural Resources Conservation Board
        1. Blaine Wetland Sanctuary
          1. Welcome
          2. Explore/Learn
          3. Restoration
          4. Sponsor
          5. Visit Us
          6. News/Events
          7. Contact Us
        2. Blaine Wetland Sanctuary Update
        3. Criteria for Acquisition
        4. Establishing the Board
        5. Helpful Links
        6. Minnesota Extension Service
        7. Open Spaces, Parks & Trails
      6. Park Advisory Board
      7. Planning Commission
        1. Planning Commission Items
      8. Senior Advisory Board
      9. Special Board of Review
      10. Traffic Commission
    13. City Manager's Office
      1. 2023-2026 Strategic Plan
    14. Administration
      1. City Clerk
        1. Board and Commissions
        2. Business Licensing
          1. Automobile Reduction License
          2. Cannabis Licensing
          3. Circus/Carnival License
          4. Food Truck Registration
          5. Garbage Hauler License
          6. Kennel License
          7. Liquor Licenses
            1. 3.2 Malt  - Off-Sale Liquor 
            2. 3.2 Malt - On-Sale Liquor
            3. Brew Pub - Off-Sale Liquor
            4. Brew Pub - On-Sale Liquor
            5. Club/Tavern/Public Drinking Liquor
            6. Intoxicating - Off-Sale Liquor
            7. Intoxicating - On-Sale Liquor
            8. Small Brewer - Off-Sale Liquor
            9. Tap Room Liquor
            10. Temporary 3.2 Malt - On-Sale Liquor
            11. Wine - On-Sale Liquor
          8. Massage Therapy Licenses
          9. Pawnbroker License
          10. Solicitor/Peddler/Transient Merchant License
          11. Special Event License
          12. Temporary Nursery License
          13. Tobacco License
          14. Vending Truck License (Ice Cream Truck)
        3. Door-to-Door Peddlers & Solicitors
        4. Official Records
          1. City Charter
          2. City Zoning Ordinance
          3. Current Agendas & Minutes
          4. Code of Ordinances
          5. City Fees
        5. Proposed Ordinance Changes
        6. Public Notices / Press Releases
        7. Public Data Requests
      2. Elections
        1. Register to Vote
        2. Early Voting (Absentee) Options
        3. Election Day Voting
        4. Other Ways to Vote
        5. What's on My Ballot?
        6. Become an Election Judge
        7. Election Results
        8. Campaign Financial Reports
        9. Redistricting
        10. Candidate Filing Information
      3. Communications
        1. BlaineCONNECT
        2. Cable Communications
          1. Live & Streaming Video
          2. North Metro Television
          3. North Metro Telecommunications Commission
          4. YouTube Highlights
        3. Print Communications
          1. City Connect Newsletter
          2. Community Resource Guide
          3. MAYC Connect Newsletter
          4. RecConnect Program Catalog
        4. Web Communications
          1. Accessibility
          2. Disclaimer
          3. Email Updates
          4. Privacy Policy
          5. RSS Feeds
          6. Online Payments
        5. General Inquiries
      4. Human Resources
        1. Employment Opportunities
        2. Transparency in Health Coverage
      5. Fee Schedule
      6. City Council
      7. City Office Closures
    15. Community Development
      1. Building Inspection
        1. Commercial Construction Permits
          1. Additions
          2. Advertising Structure
          3. Airport
            1. Airport - Additions
            2. Airport - New Building
            3. Airport - Remodel
            4. Airport - Utilities
            5. Airport - Utilities Repair
          4. Cellular Tower
          5. Certificate of Occupancy
          6. Demolition (Commercial/Residential)
          7. Fences
          8. Mechanical/HVAC
          9. New Buildings
          10. Parking Lot
          11. Plumbing
          12. Remodel
          13. Roofing
          14. SAC Information
          15. Septic Information
          16. Siding
          17. Solar System
          18. Tenant Finish
          19. Utilities - Sewer and Water
          20. Window/Door Replacement
        2. Residential Construction Permits
          1. Accessory Building/Shed
          2. Additions
          3. Alterations / Remodel / Repair
          4. Decks / Porches / Ramps / Repair
          5. Demolition (Commercial/Residential)
          6. Driveway
          7. Fences
          8. Garages, Carports, Pole Barns
          9. Manufactured Homes
            1. Attic Insulation
            2. Damage Repair
            3. New Home
            4. Roofing
            5. Roofing/Siding Combination
            6. Siding
            7. Window/Door Replacement
          10. Mechanical
          11. Plumbing
          12. Roofing/Siding/Stucco
          13. Septic Information
          14. Single Family Homes
          15. Solar Panels and System
          16. Swimming Pools
          17. Townhome
          18. Utilities - Sewer and Water
          19. Window/Door Replacement
          20. Helpful Links
            1. How to Find Your Property Markers
            2. Hiring a Residential Building Contractor (PDF)
            3. When is a Permit Required
        3. Contractor Licensing and Registration
        4. Backflow Testing
        5. Electrical Inspections
        6. FAQs
        7. Fee Schedule
        8. Helpful Links
        9. Home Improvement Loans
        10. iMS Help
          1. iMS Account Creation Information
          2. iMS Pro Account Creation Information
          3. iMS Dashboard Navigation Tips
          4. iMS Helpline
        11. Property Information Lookup
        12. Property Information
        13. Storm Damage Permit Process
        14. Building Safety Month
      2. Economic Development
        1. Available Business Property
        2. BlaineBiz Website
        3. Economic Development Annual Report
      3. BlaineBiz
        1. Why Blaine?
          1. 2022 Economic Development Report
          2. Assets
          3. Blaine Facts
            1. History of Blaine
            2. Labor Statistics (PDF)
            3. Major Employers
            4. Metropolitan Council Community Profile
            5. Maps
            6. Tourism
          4. Community
          5. General Business Information Request
          6. Income
          7. Location
          8. Number of Visitors
          9. Population Density & Growth
        2. Business Events & Resources
          1. BizConnect
          2. Business Resources
            1. Anoka County Regional Economic Development
            2. Blaine Business Visit Program
              1. Request a Business Visit
            3. Blaine Police Retailer Guide
            4. Chambers of Commerce
            5. City Departments
            6. Commerce in Blaine
            7. Demographics - 2010
            8. Economic Development Annual Report
            9. Industry in Blaine
            10. List Your Business
            11. Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
            12. Ramsey County Community & Economic Development
            13. Small Business Consulting
              1. African Development Center of Minnesota
              2. Meda
              3. Open to Business Program
              4. Small Business Association - SCORE
              5. Small Business Development Center
              6. Women Venture
            14. Traffic Counts
            15. Utilities
          3. Business Appreciation Day Golf Tournament
          4. Business Listing
          5. Give to the Max Day and Giving Tuesday
          6. Manage & Grow Your Business
            1. Closing Your Business
            2. Contact with the City, State & Federal Government
            3. Export Your Products and Services
            4. Incentives & Financing
            5. Market Your Business
          7. Manufacturer's Appreciation Luncheon
          8. Move Your Business
            1. Why Blaine?
            2. Choose a Location
            3. Contact the Planning Department
            4. Hire Employees
            5. Incentives and Financing
            6. Permits
            7. Contact the City
          9. Park & Recreation Partnership Opportunities
          10. Start a Business
            1. ADA Compliance
            2. Business Insurance
            3. Buy an Existing Business
            4. Choose a Location
            5. Finance Your Business
              1. Banks
              2. Business Finance Basics
              3. City Programs
              4. Investors
              5. Non-Profit and Community Lenders
              6. Peer to Peer Lending / Crowd Funding
              7. State Programs
            6. How to Start a Business in Minnesota
              1. Make a Business Plan
              2. Organizing Your Business
              3. Obtain a Federal Tax ID Number
              4. Obtain a State Tax ID Number
              5. Register with the State of Minnesota Secretary of State
              6. More Resources
            7. Permitting
            8. Starter Kits
            9. Workforce
              1. Employer Tax & Reporting Requirements
                1. Employee Discrimination
                2. Obtain Your Employer Identification Number from the IRS
                3. Register as a New Employer under Minnesota's Unemployment Insurance
                4. Request a W-4 from Your Employees
                5. State Withholding Tax
                6. Verify Your Employee's Eligibility to Work
                7. Workers' Compensation
                8. Workplace Posters
              2. Minimum Wage
              3. Wage Data
              4. Withholding Tax
              5. Workforce Resources
                1. CareerForce in Blaine
                2. ConnextMSP
                3. Minnesota Job Skills Partnership
                4. Professional & Workforce Training - Anoka Technical College & Anoka Ramsey Community College
                5. SciTech Internship Programs
            10. Other Resources
            11. Contact the City
              1. Meet with the City's Economic Development Staff
              2. Get Listed on the Business Listing
              3. Sign Up for the BizConnect Newsletter
              4. Request City Staff / Officials Attend a Grand Opening / Anniversary / Other Events
          11. Veteran Owned Business Signs
        3. Incentives & Financing
          1. City Programs
          2. County Programs
          3. Department of Employment & Economic Development
          4. Electric Utility Provider Incentives
          5. Financial Institutions
          6. Investors
            1. Investors in Minnesota
          7. Launch Minnesota Grant
          8. Metropolitan Council
            1. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program
            2. Underutilized Business Program
          9. Non-Profit
            1. MNVest
          10. Other Financial Resources
          11. SBA Financing Programs
            1. 7(a) Loans
            2. 504 Loans
            3. Microloans
            4. Find an SBA Lender
          12. State Programs
            1. Emerging Entrepreneur Loan Program
            2. Indian Business Loan Program
            3. Job Creation and Workforce Training
              1. Automation Training Incentive Program
              2. Job Training Incentive Program
              3. Low Income Worker Training Program
              4. Minnesota Job Creation Fund
              5. Partnership Program
              6. Pathways Program
            4. Launch Minnesota Grant
            5. Minnesota Innovation Loans for Entrepreneurs
            6. Minnesota State Investment Fund
            7. MN STEP Grant
            8. Reservist and Veteran Business loan Program
            9. SBIR-STTR Federal Funding for High-Tech Companies
            10. Tax Credits
              1. Data Center Tax Incentives
              2. Research & Development Tax Incentive
              3. Work Opportunity Tax Credit
          13. Finance Your Business
          14. Contract with the City
        4. Development Information
          1. Anoka County Parcel Viewer
          2. Available Land & Buildings
          3. Interactive Development Projects Map
          4. Residential Units Built and Permits Issued
          5. Road Construction Updates
          6. Residential Subdivision Interactive Map
          7. Zoning Map
        5. Plan a Business
      4. Planning
        1. Applications, Permits, and Registration
          1. Fee Schedule (PDF)
          2. Chicken Permit
          3. Final Plat Application
          4. Project Application
          5. Sign Information
            1. Permanent Sign Permit
            2. Temporary Sign Permit
          6. Site Plan Application
          7. Zoning Letter Application
        2. Comprehensive Plan
        3. Housing Information
          1. For Homeowners
            1. Home Improvement
              1. Anoka County Loans
                1. Anoka County Rehabilitation Program for Low Income Households
              2. City Home Improvement Grants
              3. City Home Improvement Loans thru CEE
                1. Center for Energy and Environment Lending Center
                2. Low Interest Home Improvement Loans
              4. Planning Your Improvement Project
              5. State Home Improvement Loans thru CEE
                1. Center for Energy and Environment Lending Center
                2. MN Housing Fix Up Programs
            2. Buying a Home
              1. City Down Payment Assistance
              2. State Down Payment Assistance
              3. Other Resources and Assistance
                1. ACCAP
                2. Habitat for Humanity
                3. Home Ownership Center
                4. MN Housing
              4. New Residential Subdivision Map
            3. Energy Assistance
            4. Foreclosure Protection
              1. ACCAP Foreclosure Prevention
              2. Habitat for Humanity Foreclosure Prevention
          2. For Manufactured Home Owners
            1. Home Improvement
              1. Anoka County Loans
                1. Anoka County Rehabilitation Program for Low Income Households
              2. Manufactured Home Beautification Grants
              3. Manufactured Home Improvement Loans
                1. Center for Energy and Environment Lending Center
              4. Planning Your Improvement Project
            2. Energy Assistance
            3. Tenant Rights
          3. For Renters
            1. Find Rental Housing
              1. Housing Link
              2. Rental Apartment and Townhome Guide
            2. Legal Help
              1. Home Line MN
              2. Attorney General Information on Renter Rights
            3. Energy Assistance
            4. Fair Housing
            5. Housing Assistance
              1. Anoka County Basic Needs
              2. Metropolitan Council
            6. Submit Rental Property Complaint
          4. For Owners of Rental Property
            1. Rental Licensing
            2. Improve Your Property
              1. City Loan and Grant Programs
            3. Minnesota Multi-housing Association
            4. Fair Housing
          5. Other Information
            1. Energy Assistance
              1. ACCAP Energy Assistance
              2. Salvation Army Energy Assistance
            2. Fair Housing
            3. Planning Your Improvement Project
              1. Center for Energy and Environment Remodeling Advisor
        4. New Development Information
          1. Commercial/Industrial Development
            1. Blaine 35
            2. Lexington Meadows
            3. Naples Street Office/Warehouse
            4. Ulysses Street Office Building
            5. Blaine Square 3rd Addition
            6. Sanctuary Business Center
            7. Sure Cast
            8. Scooter's Coffee
            9. Beehive Homes of Blaine
          2. Residential Development
            1. 113th Avenue and Ulysses Street Development Area
            2. Groveland Village and Glenfield Park Estates
            3. Harpers Street Development Area
            4. Haverhill Townhomes PC20-0040
            5. Lever Street Development Area
            6. North Meadows
            7. Quail Creek Development Area
          3. Neighborhood Meeting Policy
          4. 105th Avenue Redevelopment
          5. Northtown Planning Study
            1. Scooter's Coffee
        5. Zoning and Land Use Map
        6. Zoning Information
    16. Engineering
      1. Bid on City Projects
      2. Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer Plan (PDF)
      3. Construction Standards
        1. Engineering Definitions (PDF)
        2. Standard Detail Plates
          1. Sanitary Sewer
          2. Streets
        3. Standard Specifications for Construction
      4. Developer Resources
        1. Developer Plan Checklist and Approval Form
        2. Developer Project Surety Policy
        3. Engineering Design Standards
        4. Grading Erosion Checklist and Approval Form
        5. Infrastructure Checklist and Approval Form
        6. Plat Development Construction Process
        7. Post Office Cluster Box Units
        8. Record Drawing Survey Requirements Information
      5. Floodplain Assistance
      6. GIS and Data Services
      7. Permits
        1. Driveway & Construction Right of Way Permits
        2. Earth Removal/Land Reclamation Permit
        3. Stormwater Aeration Permit
        4. Utility Construction Permit
      8. Projects
        1. Anoka County Construction Weekly
        2. 23-08: Southeast Area Street Reconstruction
        3. 23-07: Southwest Area Street Reconstruction
        4. 23-06: Northwest Area Street Reconstruction
        5. 23-05: Radisson Road and 116th Intersection Improvements
        6. 23-03: 2023 Pavement Markings
        7. 23-01: 99th Avenue and Baltimore Street Roundabout
        8. 22-05: 89th Avenue and Davenport Area Street Reconstructions
        9. 22-04: 2022 Street Reconstructions
        10. Thrive on 65
        11. Park Construction Office, Warehouse, Storage
        12. 23-13: 99th Avenue and 101st Avenue Traffic Study
        13. 21-30: Lift Station 13 Force Main Replacement Project - Phase 1
      9. Property Information
        1. Easement Vacations
          1. Easement Vacation Documents
      10. Purchase Maps
      11. Stormwater Management
        1. Adopt a Storm Drain
        2. Cause and Dangers of Stormwater Runoff
        3. Clean Water Initiatives
          1. Aurelia Park Pond Project
        4. Coon Creek Watershed District
          1. Creek or Ditch Obstructions
          2. Floodplains
          3. Keeping Waterways Healthy
          4. Low Impact Development
          5. Spring Lawn & Landscape Tips
          6. Watershed
            1. Become a Watershed Watcher
          7. Wetlands
        5. History of Stormwater Management
        6. Blaine Surface Water Management Plan (PDF)
        7. Municipal Separate Storm Water System Permit
        8. Nondegregation Study & Plan (PDF)
        9. Resources
          1. Homeowners
          2. Businesses
          3. HOAs
          4. Builders
        10. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
        11. Stormwater Ponds
        12. Wetlands, Easements, and Buffers
        13. Stormwater Management
      12. Streets
        1. ADA Transition Plan (PDF)
        2. Crosswalk Policy (PDF)
        3. Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (PDF)
        4. Pavement Condition Survey (PDF)
        5. Pavement Management Program
        6. Road Repair Process
        7. Roundabouts
        8. Sidewalk Requests (PDF)
        9. Special Assessments
          1. Special Assessments Lookup
        10. Speed Limits
        11. Street Lights
        12. Traffic Signs Policy
          1. Traffic Sign Installation
          2. Traffic Sign Maintenance
        13. Transportation Plan
        14. Weight Restrictions
        15. Traffic Studies
      13. Wellhead Protection Plan Update
      14. Wetland Restoration Projects
        1. Blaine Wetland Sanctuary Restoration
        2. Proposed Main Street Wetland Bank
    17. Finance & Technology
      1. Budget
        1. 2024 Budget
        2. 2023 Budget
        3. 2022 Budget
      2. Bids & Purchasing
      3. Charitable Gambling
      4. Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports
      5. Capital Improvement Plan (PDF)
      6. Information Technology
      7. Truth in Taxation
      8. Utility Billing
        1. Utility Rates
        2. Utility Bill Payments
          1. Invoice Cloud
        3. Garbage and Recycling
          1. Anoka County Compost Site
          2. Appliances
          3. Brush
          4. Collection Zone Map (PDF)
          5. Garbage Service Day Lookup
          6. Hazardous Waste Disposal
          7. Holiday Pickup Schedule
          8. Organics Waste Collection
          9. Recycling
            1. Monthly Recycling Saturdays
            2. Organics Waste Collection
            3. Recycling / Collection Zone Calendar (PDF)
            4. Recycling Guidelines
            5. Vehicle Donations
          10. Request a Garbage Hold
          11. Request a New Cart Size
          12. Senior Garbage Discount Application (PDF)
          13. Service Levels & Rates
            1. Bulk Fee Schedule
            2. Utility Rates
          14. Sign Up for Email Updates
          15. Yard Waste
        4. Move In Request Form
        5. Move Out Request Form
        6. Sewer Utility
          1. Senior Citizen Sewer Discount Application
          2. Sewer Utility Rates
        7. Water Utility
          1. Drinking Water Report
          2. Meter Reading
          3. Water Information
          4. Water Use & Conservation
        8. Utility Forms
          1. Direct Payment Form
          2. Senior Sewer Application
          3. Discount Garbage Application (PDF)
        9. Utility Billing Refund Policy
        10. Other Utility Providers
    18. Parks & Recreation
      1. Parks & Trails
        1. Find a Park
        2. Sidewalks & Trails (PDF)
        3. Adopt a Park
        4. Blaine Wetland Sanctuary
          1. Welcome
          2. Explore/Learn
            1. Brochure
            2. Curriculum
              1. Planet Water Walk
                1. Planet Water Walk Presentation (PDF)
                2. Planet Water Walk Observation Form (PDF)
              2. Field Trip FAQs
              3. 5 eSTEM Lessons
            3. Interpretive Signs
              1. Animal Tracks
                1. Eastern Cottontail Rabbit
                2. Eastern Wild Turkey
                3. Grey Squirrel
                4. Raccoon
                5. Red Fox
                6. White-tailed Deer
              2. How are Wetlands Restored and Managed?
              3. Sharing the Neighborhood with Wildlife
              4. Subtle Transitions, Dramatic Differences
              5. Upland Mesic Forest
              6. Wetlands Across Communities
              7. Wetlands in the Blaine Community
              8. What Makes This Site Unique?
            4. Map
            5. Open Space Passport
            6. Picture Posts
            7. Blaine Wetland Sanctuary Project (14-09)
          3. Restoration
            1. Northern Portion (Site 7)
            2. Central Portion (Branch 3)
            3. Southern Portion
              1. Restoration FAQs
          4. Sponsor
          5. Visit Us
            1. Groups/Schools
              1. Lessons/Curriculum
            2. Map
          6. News/Events
          7. Contact Us
        5. Community Garden
        6. Disc Golf Courses
        7. Facility Rental / Reservations
        8. Geocaching
        9. Ice Skating Rinks
        10. Lakeside Commons Park & Beach
        11. Open Space
        12. Open Space Map
        13. Parks and Recreation System Master Plan
        14. Trail Distance Maps
          1. Baseball Complex (PDF)
          2. Centennial Green Park (PDF)
          3. Cloverleaf Park (PDF)
          4. Club West Area (PDF)
          5. East Side Park (PDF)
          6. Happy Acres Park (PDF)
          7. Hidden Ponds Open Space (PDF)
          8. Kane Meadows Open Space (PDF)
          9. Laddie Lake Park (PDF)
          10. Little League Open Space (PDF)
          11. Lochness Park (PDF)
          12. Ostmans Park (PDF)
          13. Pioneer Park (PDF)
          14. Territorial and Quincy Parks (PDF)
          15. The Lakes Park and Open Space Areas (PDF)
          16. Blaine Wetland Sanctuary (PDF)
      2. Facilities
        1. Athletic Complexes
        2. Community Use of Park Facilities Policy (PDF)
        3. Facility Rental
        4. Field Reservations
        5. Find a Park
        6. Lakeside Commons Park and Beach
        7. Mary Ann Young Center
        8. MAYC Room Rental
        9. Picnic Shelters
        10. Swanson Dog Park
      3. Programs & Events
        1. Adult Programs
        2. Adult Sports
          1. Basketball
          2. Bean Bag
          3. Pickleball
          4. Softball
            1. Summer Softball
            2. Fall Softball
          5. Tennis
        3. Community Events
          1. Event Listing
            1. Bark in the Park
              1. Details
              2. Featuring
              3. Sponsors
              4. News
              5. Contact Us
            2. Blaine Festival
            3. Blaine World Fest
              1. Info
              2. Food
              3. Entertainment
              4. Info Booths
              5. Sponsors
              6. Latest News
              7. Contact Us
            4. Citizens Academy
            5. Earth Day
              1. Information
              2. Description
              3. Locations
              4. Latest News
              5. Contact Us
            6. Family Fun Night
              1. Event Details
              2. Featuring
              3. Sponsors
              4. In the News
              5. Contact Us
            7. Fireworks
            8. Harvest Hustle
            9. Heroes and Helpers
              1. Details
              2. Participating Agencies
              3. Sponsors
              4. Latest News
              5. Contact Us
            10. Impressions of Blaine
              1. Details
              2. Finalists & Judging
              3. Rules & Regulations
              4. Submit Your Photos
              5. Latest News
              6. Contact Us
            11. Medallion Hunt
            12. Night to Unite
              1. News
              2. Party Location Map
              3. Party Planning
                1. Coloring Pages
                2. Donation Information
                3. Night to Unite Supply Pick Up
              4. Gallery
              5. Contact Us
            13. Oktoberfest
              1. Information
              2. Activities
              3. Food & Beverages
              4. Entertainment
              5. Sponsor
              6. Contact Us
            14. Performance in the Park
              1. Information
              2. Event Schedule
              3. Entertainment
              4. Sponsors
              5. Contact Us
            15. Safety Camp
              1. Details
              2. Description
              3. Safety Topics
                1. Animal Safety
                2. Bike Safety
                3. Bully Prevention
                4. Drug Prevention
                5. Electrical Safety
                6. Fire Safety
                7. Injury Prevention by Allina Health
                8. Internet Safety
                9. Personal Safety
                10. Water Safety
              4. Sponsors
              5. Latest News
            16. Senior Safety & Wellness Fair
            17. Snow Day
            18. Teen Art Show
            19. Winter Celebration
              1. Event Details
              2. Family Fun
              3. Shopping Spree
              4. Sponsorship
              5. Contact Us
            20. Craft Fair
              1. Information
              2. Event Schedule
              3. Vendors
          2. Sponsorship
          3. Volunteer
          4. Contact Us
        4. Mary Ann Young Center
          1. Activities
          2. Health/Services
          3. Resources
            1. Anoka County Services
            2. Area Senior Centers
            3. Senior Advisory Council
          4. Gallery
          5. About
            1. Mary Ann Young
            2. MAYC Connect Newsletter
            3. Volunteer
        5. RecConnect
        6. Registration Information
        7. Youth Programs & Sports
          1. Play-Net Blaine
          2. Youth Athletic Associations
      4. About Us
        1. Boards & Commissions
          1. Natural Resources Conservation Board
          2. Park Advisory Board
          3. Senior Advisory Council
        2. Benefits
        3. Employment
        4. Parks Links
        5. Policies
          1. Beach Rules (PDF)
          2. Community Use of Park Facilities Policy (PDF)
          3. Participant Code of Conduct
          4. Tobacco and Cannabis Products Use Policy
          5. Splash Pad Rules (PDF)
        6. Statewide Health Improvement Program
        7. Volunteer
      5. How Do I...
        1. Contact
          1. City Hall
          2. Parks Department
          3. Senior Center Coordinator
        2. Find
          1. Area Ice Rinks
          2. Area Parks
          3. Area Senior Centers
          4. News
          5. Resources for Seniors
          6. Shelters for Rent
          7. Trails & Sidewalks (PDF)
          8. Youth Athletic Associations
        3. Learn About
          1. Community Events
            1. Sizzling Summer
          2. Geocaching
          3. Mary Ann Young Center
          4. Parks Department Benefits
          5. Policies
          6. Statewide Health Improvement Program
        4. Sign Up for
          1. Adopt a Park Program
          2. Adult Programs & Sports
          3. Community Garden
          4. Facility Rentals
          5. Field Reservations
          6. Volunteering
          7. Youth Programs & Sports
        5. View
          1. Parks Department Facebook
          2. Parks Department Twitter
          3. Recreation Connection
          4. Senior Center Newsletter
        6. Volunteer
    19. Parks & Recreation
      1. Parks & Trails
      2. Facilities
      3. Mary Ann Young Center
      4. Online Registration
      5. Programs & Events
    20. Public Works
      1. Divisions
        1. Forestry
          1. Annual Arbor Day Tree Sale
            1. Purchase a Tree Online
          2. Boulevard Tree Maintenance
          3. Buckthorn Pickup
          4. Dutch Elm Disease
          5. Emerald Ash Borer
          6. Hiring an Arborist
          7. New Home Landscape Requirements
            1. Planting Guide
              1. Balled & Burlapped Plants
              2. Bare Root Trees
              3. Containerized Plants
            2. Protecting Your Investment
            3. Tree Requirements
              1. Species Permitted
          8. Oak Wilt
            1. Identifying Oak Wilt
            2. Preventing & Treating Oak Wilt
        2. Parks
        3. Sewer
          1. Sewer Backups
          2. Utility Billing
          3. FOG Ordinance (Fats, Oils, and Greases)
            1. FOG - Best Management Practices
            2. FOG FAQs
            3. Tips for Keeping FOG out of Pipes (PDF)
            4. FOG Employee Training Checklist (PDF)
            5. FOG Management Plan Checklist (PDF)
        4. Stormwater
        5. Streets
          1. Road & Pathway Maintenance
          2. Snow & Ice Control
            1. Complaint Procedure
            2. Emergency Routes
            3. Improvements & Changes
            4. Operations Procedures
            5. Parking Restrictions
            6. Plow Procedure
            7. Plow Routes & Sequencing
            8. Property Damage
              1. Sod Damage
            9. Responsibilities of Residents
            10. Sidewalks & Trails
            11. Street Priority & Level of Service
          3. Street Signs
            1. Traffic Signals
            2. Traffic Sign Policy
        6. Water
          1. City Water System
          2. Drinking Water Reports
          3. Gross Alpha
          4. Lawn Sprinkling Restrictions
          5. Private Well Water Safety
          6. Stormwater Management
          7. Water Distribution System Flushing
          8. Water Heater Flushing
          9. Water Treatment Facilities
          10. Water Use & Conservation
      2. Bid on City Projects
      3. Hydrant Use Permit
      4. Snow & Ice Control Frequently Asked Questions
      5. Water Frequently Asked Questions
      6. FAQs
    21. Public Works
      1. Engineering
      2. Forestry
      3. Parks
      4. Sewer
      5. Stormwater
      6. Streets
      7. Water
    22. Safety Services
      1. Divisions
        1. Community Standards
          1. Fire Inspections
            1. Fire Inspection Applications
              1. Burning Permits
                1. Open Pile Burn
                2. Prescribed Burn
                3. Recreation Fire Regulations
                4. Training Burn
              2. Certificate of Occupancy
              3. Fire Alarm System
              4. Fire Suppression Systems
                1. Chemical Suppression System (Kitchen Hood System)
                2. Clean Agent Suppression System
                3. Commercial Fire Sprinkler System
                4. Emergency Sprinkler System Repair
                5. Fire Pump
                6. Fire Pump Standpipe System
                7. Residential Sprinkler System
                8. Single Family Voluntary Sprinkler System
              5. Fireworks
                1. Fireworks Display/Show
                2. Fireworks Sales - Facility
                3. Fireworks Sales - Retail
              6. Flammable Combustible Liquid Storage Tanks
                1. Above Ground Storage Tank (AST) Installation
                2. AST/UST Miscellaneous
                3. Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Tank Installation
                4. Underground Storage Tank Installation
                5. Underground Storage Tank Removal
              7. Tents and Temporary Structures
                1. Temporary Special Amusement Building
                2. Temporary Tent/Membrane Structures
            2. Fire Inspection Documents
            3. Frequently Asked Questions
          2. Housing Services
            1. Fair Housing
            2. Home Improvement Loans
            3. Rental License
              1. New Rental License Application
              2. Renew Rental License Application
          3. Neighborhood Services
        2. Emergency Management
        3. Fire Department
        4. Police Department
          1. Administrative Services
            1. Annual Reports
            2. Blaine Police Department Policy Manual
            3. Blaine Police Retailer Guide
            4. Body Worn Cameras
            5. Bow Hunting
            6. Community Outreach
              1. Alarm System Permits
              2. Arrive Alive
              3. Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention
              4. Citizens Academy
              5. Coffee with a Cop/Cone
                1. Join Us
                2. Mark Your Calendars
                3. Our Mission
                4. In the News
                5. Contact Us
              6. CommunityConnect
                1. Programs
                  1. Crime Mapping
                  2. Community Relations
                  3. Camera Registration
                  4. Night to Unite
                  5. Safety Education
                  6. Emergency Notifications
                  7. Community Spotlight
                2. Camera Registration
                3. Security Survey
                4. Calendar
                5. Contact Us
              7. Crime Free Multi-Housing
              8. Crime Mapping
              9. Crime Tips
                1. Domestic Violence
                2. Fraud
                3. Identity Theft
                  1. Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft
                  2. Victims of Identity Theft
              10. Crime Victim Services
              11. Neighborhood Crime Watch
              12. Night to Unite
              13. Police Calls for Service
              14. Predatory Offenders
              15. Prescription Drug Take-Back Site
              16. Safety Camp Program
              17. Senior Resources
              18. Senior Safety Fair
            7. Firearms Permits
            8. Hire an Off-Duty Officer
            9. Mental Health Initiative
            10. Property & Evidence
            11. School Resource Officers
            12. UAS "Drone" Unit
          2. Emergency Management
            1. Emergency Notifications
              1. CivicReady Signup
            2. EOC Activation Events
            3. Four Phase Emergency Management
            4. Kids Emergency Resources
            5. National Alert Level
            6. Seasonal Topics
              1. Back to School
              2. Extreme Cold & Wind Chill
              3. Fire Safety
              4. Heat Exposure
              5. National Preparedness Month
              6. School's Out
              7. Severe Weather Safety Tips
                1. Outdoor Warning Sirens
                2. Prepare Your Community
                3. Prepare Your Family
                4. Prepare Your Neighborhood
                5. Prepare Your School
                6. Prepare Your Workplace
                7. Thunderstorms, Tornadoes, Lightning (PDF)
                8. Severe Thunderstorms
                9. Severe Weather Warnings
                10. Tornado & Severe Weather Watches
                11. Tornado Warnings
                12. Lightning
              8. Thin Ice Hazards
              9. Water Safety
              10. Winter Weather Awareness
                1. Indoor & Outdoor Winter Safety
                2. Winter Fire Safety
                3. Winter Storms & Weather
            7. Public Health Emergencies
          3. Patrol
            1. Community Service Officers
            2. Panhandling in Blaine
            3. Police Explorers
            4. Police Reserves
            5. Traffic
              1. Anoka County DWI Task Force
              2. Traffic Complaints
              3. Submit a Traffic Complaint
          4. Records
            1. Curfew
            2. Dog Licenses
            3. Local City Ordinances
            4. Police Reports
              1. Crime Report
              2. Report a Motor Vehicle Accident
            5. Impounded Vehicles
            6. Lost Property
            7. Restraining Orders & Orders for Protection
          5. Special Operations
            1. Investigations
              1. Burglary & Theft
          6. Thank a Cop
      2. Services
        1. Accident Reports
        2. Alarm System Permits
        3. Background Checks
        4. Crime Mapping
        5. Crime Report
        6. Crime Victim Services
        7. Dog Licensing
        8. Emergency Notifications
        9. Extra Patrol Request
        10. Firearms Permits
        11. Hire an Off-Duty Officer
        12. Parking Requests & Annual Licensing
        13. Police Calls for Service
        14. Predatory Offender Search
        15. Rental Licensing
        16. Report a Crime
        17. Report Found Property
        18. Request a Police Report
        19. Restraining Orders & Orders for Protection
        20. Vehicle Lockouts
      3. Programs
        1. Citizens Academy Program
        2. Neighborhood Crime Watch Program
        3. Night to Unite
        4. Safety Camp Program
        5. Senior Safety Fair
      4. About
      5. How Do I...
        1. Find Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
        2. Hire an Off-Duty Officer
        3. Find Fire Inspection Documents
        4. Make a Lost Property Request
        5. Prepare for Severe Weather
        6. Sign Up for Emergency Notifications
        7. Submit a Traffic Complaint
        8. Volunteer for Safety Services
        9. View
          1. Crime Mapping
          2. Police Media Reports
    23. Safety Services
      1. Community Standards
      2. Emergency Management
      3. Fire Department
      4. Police Department
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  4. Residents

    1. About Blaine
      1. Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
      2. Education & Libraries
      3. History
        1. Anoka County Historical Society
        2. Blaine Historical Society
        3. Blaine's History
        4. Greenberry Chambers
        5. Minnesota Historical Society
      4. Places of Worship / Organizations
      5. Population & Demographics
      6. Real Estate / Housing
      7. Weather
    2. Blaine Construction Update
    3. Chicken & Bee Information
    4. City Calendar
    5. City Newsletter
    6. Community News
    7. Crime Mapping
    8. Employment
    9. Garbage & Recycling
    10. Halloween Guidance
    11. Lawn Sprinkling Restrictions
    12. Local Government
      1. Elections
      2. Local Boards & Commissions
      3. Local Elected Officials
      4. Taxes & Revenues
    13. Maps & Transportation
    14. Moving to Blaine
    15. Parks
    16. Payment Portal
      1. Community Events
      2. Electric Services
      3. Natural Gas Services
      4. Parks Department Activities, Programs & Sports
      5. Utility Bill
      6. Walters Recycling & Refuse
    17. Property Information
      1. Property Taxes
    18. Residential Construction & Permits
    19. Residential Community Standards Guide (PDF)
    20. Resident Participation Center
    21. Special Events
      1. 3M Open
      2. Blaine Festival
      3. Target USA Cup
    22. Utility Billing
    23. Visiting Blaine
      1. Area Attractions
      2. Convention & Visitors Bureau
      3. Dining
      4. Lodging
    24. Water System Flushing
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  5. Services

    1. Alerts
    2. Building Inspections
    3. City Code of Ordinance
    4. City Planning
      1. City Zoning Ordinance
      2. Signage
    5. Licenses & Passports
    6. Maps
      1. Crime Mapping
      2. GIS Maps & Data
    7. Online Payments
      1. Community Events
      2. Electric Services
      3. Natural Gas Services
      4. Parks Department Activities, Programs & Sports
      5. Utility Billing
      6. Walters Recycling & Refuse
    8. Permits
      1. Building Inspections
      2. Engineering
      3. Fire
      4. Planning
      5. Police
    9. Public Works
      1. Determining Current Water Restrictions
      2. Emerald Ash Borer Management
      3. Floodplain Management
      4. Pavement Management
      5. Road Maintenance
      6. Sewer Backups
      7. Snow & Ice
      8. Snow Plowing
      9. Testing Your Private Well
    10. Report a Concern
    11. Safety Services
      1. Crime Mapping
      2. Crime Prevention
      3. Emergency Management
      4. Emergency Notifications
      5. Fire Safety
      6. Fire Inspections
      7. Housing Services
      8. Neighborhood Services
      9. Police Records
    12. Utilities
      1. Electric Services
      2. Garbage & Recycling
      3. Hazardous Waste Disposal
      4. Natural Gas
      5. Recycling
      6. Utility Billing
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  6. How Do I...

    1. Apply For
      1. Applications
        1. Board, Commission, or Committee Application
        2. Citizens Academy Application
        3. Employment Application
        4. Home Improvement Loan Application
        5. Senior Citizen Garbage Discount Application (PDF)
        6. Senior Citizen Sewer Discount Application (PDF)
      2. Employment
      3. Jobs
      4. Licensing/Registration
        1. Business Licenses
        2. Contractor Licenses
        3. Dog License
        4. Rental License
      5. Permits
        1. Building Permit
        2. Burning Permit
        3. Certificate of Occupancy Permit
        4. Chicken Permit
        5. Commercial Construction Permit
        6. Construction Right of Way Permit
        7. Driveway Permit
        8. Earth Removal/Land Reclamation Permit
        9. Emergency Parking Permit
        10. Fire Alarm System Permit
        11. Fire Suppression System Permit
        12. Firearms Permit
        13. Fireworks Permit
        14. Flammable Combustible Liquid Storage Tank Permit
        15. Hydrant Use Permit
        16. Residential Construction Permit
        17. Sign Permit
        18. Stormwater Pond Aeration Permit (PDF)
        19. Tent and Temporary Structure Permit
        20. Utility Construction Permit
    2. Contact City Hall 763-784-6700
      1. Building Inspections
      2. City Administration
      3. City Council
      4. City Manager's Office
      5. City Staff
      6. Fire Department
      7. Human Resources
      8. Other Elected Officials
      9. Parks Department
      10. Police Department
      11. Senior Center
    3. Find
      1. Agendas & Minutes
      2. Business Directory
      3. Business Incentives
      4. Chicken & Bees Information
      5. Community Events
      6. Crime Information by Neighborhood
      7. Fire Inspection Documents
      8. Online Forms
      9. Parks in the Area
      10. Permits
      11. Police Records
    4. Hire
      1. Hire an Off-Duty Officer
    5. Learn About
      1. City History
      2. Coon Creek Watershed District
      3. Rice Creek Watershed District
      4. Senior Services
    6. List
      1. My Business
    7. Pay For
      1. Building Permits
      2. City Maps
      3. Property Information
      4. Special Assessments
      5. Utility Bills: Water/Sewer/Garbage
    8. Report
      1. Animal Related
        1. At Large and/or Barking
        2. Defecation
        3. Dog License
        4. Enclosure
        5. Kennel License
        6. Number of Animals
        7. Type of Animal
        8. Other Animal Related
      2. Business Information
        1. List Your Business
        2. Request a Business Visit
        3. Other Business Information
      3. Cars for Sale
      4. Construction Related
        1. No Permit
        2. Noise
        3. Property Dispute
      5. Dumping/Littering
        1. Private Party
        2. Public Property
        3. Snow/Leaves in Street
        4. Other Dumping/Littering Related
      6. Garbage and Recycling
        1. Billing
        2. Garbage Cart Change Request
        3. Garbage Hold Request
        4. Meter Reading Submission
        5. Move in Request
        6. Move Out Request
        7. Online Billing
        8. Organics Recycling Sign Up
        9. Recycling
        10. Trash Service
        11. Other Garbage and Recycling Requests
      7. Graffiti/Safety/Pollution
        1. Graffiti
        2. Lighting
        3. Noise
        4. Recreational Fire
        5. Site Distance
        6. Snow Removal
        7. Sprinkler Ban
        8. Sump Discharge
        9. Swimming Pool
        10. Work in the Right of Way
        11. Other Safety/Pollution Related
      8. Grass and Weeds
        1. Natural Lawn
        2. Not Mowed
      9. Home Occupation
        1. Garage Sales
        2. Out of Garage
        3. Out of House
        4. Outside Storage
      10. Housing Complaint
      11. Junk/Junk Cars
        1. Storage of Junk
        2. Other Junk/Junk Cars Related
        3. Unlicensed/Inoperable
        4. Vehicle Repair
      12. Municipal Separate Storm Water System
      13. Park Events / Programs / Registration
        1. Event Information
        2. Other Park and Recreation Information
      14. Park Maintenance
        1. Landscaping
        2. Mowing
        3. Playground Equipment
        4. Trail Maintenance
        5. Other Maintenance Request
      15. Property Uses / Zoning
        1. Chickens
        2. Commercial Zoning
        3. Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Violation
        4. Driveway
        5. Encroachments
        6. Fence
        7. Peddler/Transient
        8. Residential Zoning
        9. Shed
        10. Other Uses/Zoning Related
      16. Public Works / Utilities
        1. Discolored Water
        2. Sewer
        3. Sprinkler Ban
        4. Storm Sewer/Drainage
        5. Other Utilities Related
      17. Signs
        1. Electronic Readerboard
        2. Flag Sign
        3. Other Sign Related
        4. Permanent Sign
        5. Political Sign
        6. Prohibited Sign
        7. Temporary Sign
        8. Window Display Sign
      18. Streets / Traffic
        1. Street Light Outage
        2. Traffic Complaints
      19. Trees
    9. Request
      1. A Business Visit
      2. City Notifications
      3. Crime Information by Neighborhood
      4. Emergency Parking
      5. Information Disclosure
      6. Move In Utility
      7. Move Out Utility
      8. Picnic Shelter Reservations
      9. Police Data/Report
      10. Street Lights
    10. Sign Up For
      1. Adult Sports & Programs
      2. Alerts
      3. Building Inspections
      4. Direct Payment
      5. Emergency Notifications
      6. Youth Programs & Sports
    11. Submit
      1. Bids on City Projects
      2. Garbage Cart Change Request
      3. Move In Utility Request
      4. Move Out Utility Request
      5. Online Payments
      6. Photo Contest Entries
      7. Thank a Cop
    12. View
      1. Agendas & Minutes
      2. Alert Center
      3. Bid Opportunities
      4. Business Listing
      5. City Budget
      6. City Code
      7. Crime Mapping
      8. Maps
      9. Police Media Reports
      10. Projects Out for Bid
      11. Property Information
      12. Public Notices / Press Release
      13. Road Construction Updates
      14. Sex Offender Registry
      15. My Portal
    13. Volunteer
      1. Parks and Recreation
      2. Safety Services
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  7. Feature Links

    1. BlaineBiz.com
    2. BlaineEvents.com
    3. BlaineParks.com
    4. CivicREADY Emergency Notifications
    5. Departments
    6. Engineering Projects
    7. Impressions of Blaine Photo Contest
    8. NotifyMe
    9. Clearing Your Browser Cache (History)
    10. Photography
    11. 3M Public Safety Guide Book
      1. Overview
      2. Event Schedule
      3. Index
        1. Alcohol Related Incidents
        2. Bag Policy
        3. Communications Talk Groups
        4. 3M Open Credentials
        5. Disorderly Conduct and Trespassing
        6. Drones
        7. Evacuations
        8. Golf Carts
        9. ID Badges
        10. Intrepid
        11. Lost/Separated Individuals
        12. Lost and Found
        13. Maps
        14. Media and Social Media
        15. Medical
        16. Permitted Items
        17. Phone Numbers
        18. Plain Clothes Officer
        19. Post Assignments
        20. Prohibited Items
        21. Protest Information
        22. Radio Procedures
        23. Schedule of Events
        24. Security Check Points / Bag Screening
        25. Unattended Packages
        26. Uniform and Equipment
        27. Vehicle Access Passes
        28. Volunteer Marshals
        29. Workers Compensation and Claims
      4. Maps
      5. Phone Numbers
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  8. Intranet

    1. Benefits
      1. Holidays
      2. MERSC
      3. Post Employment Health Savings Plan (HCSP)
      4. Retirement
      5. Sick Leave
      6. Vacation
    2. Policies & Procedures
    3. Resources
      1. Budget
      2. City Brand/Logo Usage Guidelines
        1. City of Blaine Style Guide
        2. City Templates
        3. Building Inspections Logos
        4. Public Works Logos
        5. Police/Brand Logo Usage Guidelines
      3. Police Brand/Logo Usage Guidelines
        1. Police Templates
        2. City Brand/Logo Usage Guidelines
      4. Business Card Order Form
      5. Cheat Sheets
        1. Web Accessibility
          1. Quick Reference Guides
          2. Training
        2. Website Tutorials (CivicEngage)
          1. Documentation
          2. Functionality Test Page
      6. City Hall Remodel
      7. Communications Project Requests
      8. COVID-19 Pandemic
        1. Blaine COVID-19 Employee Safety Protocols
        2. Employee Notifications
        3. Finance Codes
      9. Employee Career Development
        1. Employee Career Development Training (PDF)
        2. Guide for Employee Career Development Planning (PDF)
        3. Employee Career Development Plan (DOC)
      10. Employee Onboarding
      11. GIS
        1. GIS Admin Hub
      12. Gold Name Tag Order Form
      13. Human Resources
        1. Benefits
          1. Summary of Benefits
          2. Employee Benefits Fair
        2. Compensation Plan and Annual Performance Evaluations
          1. Annual Employee Performance Evaluations
          2. Position Descriptions
        3. Employee Manual
          1. Dress for Your Day
        4. Labor Agreements
        5. Post Employment Healthcare Savings Plan
        6. Onboarding
      14. Information Technology
      15. Language Line
      16. MERSC
      17. Nurse Care Line - Paradigm
      18. Payroll and Reimbursements
      19. Purchasing Policy and Procedure Manual
      20. Supervisor's Toolbox
        1. Job Aids
          1. Administrative Investigation
          2. MS 13.43 Public/Private Data
          3. Progressive Discipline Definitions
        2. 4a - First Report of Injury
        3. 4b - Supervisor's Report of Accident
        4. Compensation Plan
          1. Performance Based Compensation Adjustments - DBMs A-B
          2. Performance Based Compensation Adjustments - DBMs C-E
        5. Employee Career Development
          1. Employee Career Development Plan Training (PDF)
          2. Employee Career Development Planning Guide (PDF)
          3. Employee Development Plan Form (DOC)
        6. Non-DOT Supervisor's Drug and Alcohol Awareness Training
        7. Personnel Requisition Form - Authorization to Fill Vacancies
        8. Supervisor Onboarding
        9. Supervisor Offboarding
        10. Recruitment Information
          1. Supervisor Recruitment Preparation Memo Template
          2. Supervisors Guide to Recruitment
          3. Oral Examination Rater Guide
        11. Templates
          1. Template - Counseling Notice (DOC)
          2. Template - Written Reprimand (DOC)
    4. Staff Committees
      1. Safety Committee
      2. Wellness Committee
        1. Emotional Wellbeing
        2. Social/Community Wellbeing
        3. Career Wellbeing
        4. Financial Wellbeing
        5. Physical Wellbeing
    5. Training
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    1. Mission Statement
    2. Other Elected Officials
    3. Who Represents Me
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