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Family-Owned LaMettry’s Collision Coming to Blaine

Since 1976, LaMettry’s Collision has been a trusted name in auto body repair throughout the Twin Cities. What began as a family endeavor in a humble garage has blossomed into a growing operation as they prepare to open their 11th location in Blaine.

“Our Dad started the business in his garage in 1976,” said Vice President Justin LaMettry. “Ten years later, our Mom took over the business and Dad focused more on the construction side of things. And over the next three decades, Mom expanded the company and opened several locations throughout the Twin Cities metro.”

LaMettry’s Collision proudly remains a family-owned and operated business. They believe in treating both people and vehicles with the utmost respect, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish.

“We always prioritize top-quality work and customer service, and it shows in our customer reviews and feedback,” LaMettry said. “And we’re dedicated to staying on the leading edge of technology and certifications.”

“We always prioritize topquality work and customer service, and it shows in our customer reviews and feedback,”

- Justin

LaMettry

To better serve the community, the highly skilled technicians at LaMettry’s are certified to repair a wide range of vehicle makes and models—something not every auto body shop can do.

Their services go beyond basic body repair to include free concierge service, where LaMettry’s handles insurance, towing, and pick-up/delivery for a stress-free customer experience. Their comprehensive range of auto-care solutions includes:

• Collision Repair

• Glass Repair

• Paintless Dent Repair (PDR)

• Mechanical Work

• Paint Protection Film (PPF)

• Window Tinting

Whether you’ve been in a minor fender bender or a major collision, LaMettry’s has the expertise to ensure your car is returned to its pre-accident condition.

“We take pride in our ability to consistently provide top-notch customer service and work,” LaMettry said. “We always have and always will tailor our company around those principles, and that’s what customers can expect at our latest shop in Blaine.”

The new Blaine location will be at 2101 108th Lane NE, near Blaine Town Square. LaMettry’s has 10 other shops throughout the Twin Cities.

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Welcome

Blaine continues to be one of the Twin Cities’ most rapidly growing suburbs. The City’s numerous attractions and amenities provide a robust, welcoming environment to live, work, and grow. Blaine has become a top destination in Minnesota for business, for fun, and for home.

Take some time to browse through the guide and learn more about our amazing community. Home to picturesque landscapes, sport and recreational destinations, a wide range of businesses and industry, excellent schools, and welcoming neighborhoods, Blaine has so much to offer. And all this is only a short drive from the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area. The guide provides useful information on a wide range of topics from city government and public services, parks and recreation, events, to area development. In addition, we’ve included a comprehensive and easy-to-use directory of local businesses and advertisers that have helped make this guide possible.

“Blaine is a mecca for athletic excellence, a destination community, and an ideal place for your business, your restaurant, and your family to call home.”

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Blaine Numbers

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Anoka County-Blaine (ANE) Airport is home to a variety of vintage, experimental, recreational, and corporate aircraft.

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Blaine is served by three school districts with more than 6,000 high school students.

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Blaine is the 10th largest city in Minnesota.

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Blaine is conveniently located only 11 miles from Minneapolis.

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Blaine boasts 13 professional athletes who have graduated from the three high schools serving the area.

1,200 Blaine hosts several major events each year, including the Target USA Cup, where more than 1,200 youth soccer teams from around the world compete.

100,000 Each day, 100,000 vehicles travel through the City of Blaine.

The Story of Blaine

Dakota and Ojibwe hunted on the land that later became Blaine long before settlers appeared. In 1847, a government land survey crew led by Deputy Surveyor Andrew Hewett measured the perimeters of the township “by slogging through swamp and thicket and over dunes.” In his report, Hewett concluded, “The township is almost inaccessible for either man or beasts except when frozen up.”

In the 1850s, speculators began acquiring land by hiring squatters with the idea of turning over ownership in the form of land patents to the speculators, who by all accounts never lived there. However, one individual, Andrew More, who purchased land in 1855, most likely lived in the township. His name appears in the 1857 census, making him possibly the first non-indigenous settler.

The first permanent settler was most likely Phillip Leddy, whose name was misspelled in early historical sources as Laddy. Leddy purchased land in 1857 and 1859 near what was later called Laddie Lake, presumably named for him. He farmed there from about 1862 until his death in 1872. Leddy’s wife Bridget and three of their seven daughters continued to live on the farm until at least 1875. They then moved to Minneapolis.

The township was officially organized in 1877. Moses Ripley was elected as the first chairman of the Board of Supervisors. According to local lore, Ripley, who had come to Minnesota from Maine, persuaded his fellow board members to name the new township in honor of James G. Blaine, a U.S. Senator and statesman, also from Maine. In 1880, Blaine Township had a population of 128.

A former enslaved person from Kentucky also helped set Blaine on its early course to permanent settlement. Greenberry “Green” Chambers served as a private in Company H of the 115th U.S. Colored Infantry and later as a supervisor cook during the Civil War. After his 1865 discharge from the Union Army, Chambers traveled by steamboat up the Mississippi River to Minnesota with his wife and three of their five children in search of a better life.

Chambers purchased a farm in Anoka County that later was lost to foreclosure. The family then settled on another farm, likely in southeastern Blaine, where Chambers served on the Township Board of Supervisors from 1878-1881 as a constable and in 1882 as a road overseer. He and his son, Green Jr., are listed as voters in the 1881 Blaine Township election.

Dairy farms dominated the landscape in Blaine well into the 20th century. After World War II, with the severe housing shortage created

by returning servicemen and their growing families, starter home developments began to spring up in southern and eastern Blaine. In 1950 the population reached 1,694. Dairy farms gave way to vegetable and sod farms and later were sold to housing developers.

The development of Interstate 35W, Highway 10, and Highway 65 created greater accessibility to the Twin Cities. The National Sports Center was constructed in 1990 and the TPC of the Twin Cities was completed in 2000. By 2024, more then 170 years after Hewett’s survey, Blaine’s population topped 72,000, making it the largest city in Anoka County and the 10th largest in Minnesota.

Information compiled by the Blaine Historical Society

Blaine Named to “Best Places to Live in America” List

The City of Blaine has twice been named to the prestigious annual Money.com (formerly Money Magazine) 100 Best Places to Live in America list. Blaine made the list in 2019 and 2008.

The best places to live ranking takes more than 80 types of data into account. Evaluated data sets include economy, cost of living, diversity, education, housing, health and safety, amenities, and ease of living.

Blaine is also one of only a handful of cities in Minnesota to receive a AAA bond rating. The AAA rating is the highest possible rating a city can receive and shows that Blaine has sound financial management and a strong local economy.

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BlaineMN.gov City Communications

The engaging, user-friendly design of the city website features local photography and a colorful interface with intuitive buttons and icons making navigation easy. The city website is mobile responsive and easily viewed from all devices including tablets and smartphones.

The unique design features spotlights, city news, events, meetings, public notices, and frequently requested information. Four departmentspecific designs highlighting economic development, city events, parks and recreation, and public safety allow for easy navigation to the City’s most requested information.

BlaineBiz.com

Created for the business community. Includes a business listing, a listing of available land and buildings, and a news section dedicated to local business. Other features include business visit requests and opt-in notification options for up-to-date business information.

BlaineEvents.com

Showcases the City’s many community activity offerings. Includes a seasonal listing of City sponsored events along with event details, sponsorship opportunities, volunteer offerings, and information.

BlaineParks.com

Showcases programs and park facilities and includes an easy-tofind senior center section, park facility finder, program registration, and calendar.

BlaineSafetyServices.com

Created for the City's public safety units of police, fire, emergency management, and community standards. Includes easy-to-use forms to request reports, submit traffic complaints, and participate in conversations on policing in Blaine.

Other Features

Report It allows the community to report concerns such as potholes, weed control issues, street light outages, etc. In addition, the tool allows the ability to track the work from start to finish via email notifications. Menu items are grouped in categories such as apply, contact, find, pay, sign up, submit, and view. In addition, the services section highlights specific duties performed by city departments. The residents section offers important information such as garbage and recycling, property information, residential community standards, and online payments.

The construction updates webpage gives timely information on the many road projects happening around the City and allows residents to subscribe to the updates.

BlaineConnect

The City of Blaine is committed to connecting with the community and proudly offers BlaineConnect. BlaineConnect includes several tools designed for a specific purpose:

• BlaineMN.gov/CivicReady

Receive emergency notifications with CivicReady, Blaine’s emergency notification system. Opt in to receive alerts.

• BlaineMN.gov/NotifyMe

Connect with your community with NotifyMe. Opt in to receive Blaine updates on a variety of topics. Updates are sent by email and text message.

These tools streamline communication with the public, offering seamless integration with social media platforms and emergency management applications. In addition to these tools, Blaine is very active on social media including Facebook, Flickr, Instagram, LinkedIn, Nextdoor, X (formerly Twitter), and YouTube. Find out more on page 19.

Photography Contest

The City’s seasonal photo contest, Impressions of Blaine, has provided a unique opportunity to showcase the City through our residents with categories including city landmarks, community activities and events, people and families, pets, throwback Thursday, and wildlife and nature. Learn more at BlaineMN.gov/ImpressionsofBlaine . Notable photographers include Alicia Marie Photography, JJ Photo, Sarah Grace Photography, and City of Blaine employees.

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Channel

Tune into channel 799 (HD) or 16 (SD) on the Comcast (Xfinity) cable system. The channel airs a variety of short videos about city events and local news stories covering Blaine. Blaine City Council, Traffic Commission, Planning Commission, Natural Resources Conservation Board, and Park Advisory Board meetings are also broadcast live as well as played back on the channel. The channel can also be found on the North Metro TV app on Apple TV or Roku.

Broadcasting Schedule:

• Blaine City Council meetings are broadcast on the first and third Monday of each month beginning at 7PM.

• Traffic Commission meetings are broadcast quarterly the first Tuesday of March, June, September, and December beginning at 7PM.

• Planning Commission meetings are broadcast on the second Tuesday of each month beginning at 7PM.

• Natural Resource Conservation Board meetings are held quarterly on the third Tuesday of April, June, August, and October at 7PM.

• Park Advisory Board meetings are broadcast on the fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 7PM.

The City will also broadcast other special programming of interest to the community that it receives or produces. Watch channels 16 or 799 for the playback schedule of City programming. If you have any questions about the broadcast schedule, contact the City at Communications@BlaineMN.gov for more information.

BUILDING

SUMMER 2 | BEGINS JULY 2024

INTRO TO VOLLEYBALL

NSC Sports Expo

INTRO TO BASKETBALL

TUESDAYS TUESDAYS

NSC Sports Expo

INTRO TO HOCKEY

WEDNESDAYS

NSC Super Rink

INTRO TO SOCCER

WEDNESDAYS: Level 1-3

THURSDAYS: Level 4-5

NSC Outdoor Field

INTRO TO BASEBALL

THURSDAYS

NSC Airport Field

INTRO TO LACROSSE

THURSDAYS

NSC Outdoor Field

LEARN TO SKATE

MONDAYS & TUESDAYS

NSC Super Rink

*Begins in June*

INTRO TO CHEERLEADING

THURSDAYS

To Cheerleading NSC Sports Hall

Visit nscsports.org/intro-to-sports/ for more information!

Parks & Recreation

Parks & Trails

The City of Blaine has an extensive park and trail system. The City currently has 66 parks encompassing 753 acres of land. Most of the parks are located within residential neighborhoods. Larger community parks contain major athletic facilities, picnic areas, or natural environment resources characteristic of Blaine. Over 75 miles of trails and trail corridors interconnect parks, schools, and open spaces. There are over 826 acres of open-space land available to Blaine residents, including the 500-acre Blaine Wetland Sanctuary.

Community Use of Park Facilities

Information & Referral

Residents who need to locate a favorite recreational activity, check on registration for youth sports, find the location of a park, or need information on a special event may visit BlaineParks.com or call the Parks and Recreation office at 763-785-6164.

Swanson Off-Leash Dog Park

9150 Central Ave. NE | Open Daily 5AM - 10PM

Residents are encouraged to use the variety of park facilities available within the Blaine park system. Family or group reservations for large pavilions are available. Park shelter and field reservations can be made at BlaineMN.gov/FacilityRental. Most parks are open for community use from 5AM to 10PM daily.

Adult Programs

Adults have the opportunity to participate in a variety of recreational activities offered throughout the year. Program areas include health and fitness classes, recreational athletic leagues, lifetime sports, outings, and hobby and special interest classes.

Senior Programs

The Mary Ann Young Center in Aquatore Park is home to senior programs and has general community space as well. The center offers a wide variety of programs and services year-round and seniors have the opportunity to become involved in daily recreational activities, educational classes, special events, and outings. The center staff also provides access services, such as information and referral, advocacy, and outreach. A senior newsletter is published monthly. A daily senior dining program is available. Transportation is also provided for programs at the center. For information call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYC

Youth Programs

A variety of recreational activities are planned throughout the year for children from preschool age through high school. These activities range from youth athletics, arts, field trips, enrichment camps, to summer playgrounds, and more. During the winter, supervised skating rinks with warming houses are provided at various park locations.

Park amenities include fencing with separate large and small dog areas, shelter with heater/power, picnic tables, clean bag containers, drinking fountains, and a security light.

Dog Park Rules

• Dogs must be properly vaccinated.

• Dog owners must pick up and dispose of pet waste in trash receptacles.

• Dogs must be under control at all times.

• At the first sign of aggression, dogs must be leashed and removed.

• Dogs that are declared dangerous are not allowed.

• Dog owners are liable for damage or injury inflicted by their dogs.

• Dogs must be leashed when entering or exiting.

• No more than three dogs per handler.

• Parents must closely supervise children at all times.

• Dogs in heat are not permitted.

• No food except training treats.

• All personal property must be removed daily.

• Dogs are not permitted to dig.

• No use of tobacco.

• No glass containers.

Since the late 1980s, the City has had a vision for creating a wetland classroom in the area known as the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary. In 2000, residents approved a $3.5 million bond referendum to purchase property for open space. The first purchase was the 62-acre wetland and eightacre oak forest in the Lakes of Radisson development, which added to the city’s existing 435 wetland acres east of the Lakes of Radisson development extending south to 109th Avenue. Since that time, research has been conducted in the 500-acre open-space property west of Lexington Avenue adjacent to Anoka

County Ditch 53-62. This area is part of the larger Anoka Sand Plain, which is home to unique plant communities found in very few places anywhere in the country. Several species of rare and endangered plants were discovered and the concept of restoring the wetlands to allow those species to flourish began to take shape. Combined with the big picture of being in city open space and the prospect of adding a pavilion for public education and access for the enjoyment of nature lovers, plans were put in motion.

The goal of the project is to enhance, restore, and protect three wetland community types and upland islands. The upland communities will be restored to oak forest or aspen-birch forest types. The wetland communities will be restored to Anoka Sand Plain rich and poor fen, which are unique and rare plant community types containing two confirmed threatened and endangered species. The restoration will release the dormant native seed bank and existing rare species and their habitats will thrive and expand.

11980 Lexington Ave NE, Blaine

The boardwalk and parking lot were completed in August 2017, giving the public the opportunity to walk from East Lake Park in the Lakes of Radisson development to the regional trail along Lexington Avenue. The parking lot was constructed off of Lexington Avenue, providing a trailhead for the boardwalk and parking for educational programming.

Active management of the wetland site will continue to accomplish the plan approved by the regulatory agencies, and ongoing maintenance will continue into perpetuity to remain in compliance with the approved plan. Throughout the spring, summer, and fall, crews will be out applying herbicides to control invasive species that inhibit the growth of native vegetation. Prescribed burns and over-seeding with native herbaceous species will allow the area to thrive and provide important habitat for birds and wildlife. For updates on the progress of the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary, please visit BlaineParks.com/WetlandSanctuary.

Programs have been developed for all ages to learn more about the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary. To sign up for programs, please visit BlaineParks.com

Special Events Calendar

Check BlaineEvents.com for the most up-to-date information. Also be sure to follow BlaineMN and BlaineParksMN on social media for the latest news on special events.

June 8

Craft Fair at City Hall

Sizzling Summer Kickoff at Tom Ryan Park

June 28-30

Blaine Festival at Aquatore Park

July 4

Fireworks at National Sports Center

July 12-20

Target USA Cup at National Sports Center

July 22-28

3M Open at TPC Twin Cities

August 6

Night to Unite

August 8

Bark in the Park at Aquatore Park

August 14 & 15

Blaine Safety Camp

September 14

Blaine World Fest at Tom Ryan Park

October 5

Oktoberfest featuring GB Leighton at Tom Ryan Park

October 18

Flashlight Pumpkin Hunt at Tom Ryan Park

November 9

Princess and Prince Party at City Hall

December 1

Winter Celebration at Tom Ryan Park

December 7

Craft Fair at City Hall

December 14 and 21

Breakfast with Santa at City Hall

Performance in the Park

Bring your lawn chairs and catch these great shows at Tom Ryan Park (unless otherwise noted) all summer long! Food trucks will be available at all concerts.

Sat, Jun. 8

11AM - Run Lucy Run

2PM - The Jimtones

Thu, Jun. 13

6PM - Pair of 7

Thu, Jun. 20

6PM - Thomas and James

Thu, Jun. 27

6PM - North Suburban Concert Band

Tue, Jul. 9

6PM - Tricia and the Toonies Aquatore Park

Thu, Jul. 11

6PM - The Backyard Band

Thu, Jul. 18

6PM - The Mystery Mountain Boys

Tue, Jul. 23

6PM - Wendy's Wiggle Jiggle Jam Aquatore Park

Thu, Jul. 25

6PM - Brent and Sheena

Tue, Jul. 30

6PM - Kid Power with Rachael Aquatore Park

Thu, Aug. 1

6PM - Red Rock Swing Band

Thu, Aug. 8

5PM - The Backyard Band Aquatore Park

Thu, Aug. 15

6PM - Run Lucy Run

Dr. Green

Dr. Case

Dr. Ellis

Imagine Smiles is conveniently located at 10729 Town Square Drive NE, Suite 150, in Blaine, near the National Sports Center and Super Rink. To learn more about Imagine Smiles’ services, visit www.imagine-smiles.com, or call 763.225.1865 to schedule an appointment.

Imagine Smiles: Personalized and Patient-Focused

When Dr. Douglas Green began practicing dentistry, he never imagined where that business would be today. But more than 20 years later, Imagine Smiles is a relevant and growing practice that has taken holistic dentistry—and the Blaine community—by storm.

Trained in biological—or holistic—dentistry and passionate about patient care, Dr. Green, ND, DDS, developed his practice around addressing the relationship between oral health and whole-body health. Dr. Case and Dr. Ellis then came aboard, bringing similar ideals and a shared passion for providing exceptional care. Together, this trio of competent and compassionate doctors utilizes cutting-edge technology and a patient-focused approach to accommodate virtually all dental needs.

In 2020, Imagine Smiles moved into a new and much larger building, more than doubling the size of its previous location. This state-of-the-art facility is designed with the equipment and technology needed to provide the most advanced level of dental care available today.

“The building is new, it’s advanced, and it’s beautiful,” Dr. Green said. “We love meeting people in our community and encourage everyone to visit our new space to see its size, capabilities, and beauty for themselves.”

As the founding doctor, Dr. Green sets the bar and holds everyone on the Imagine Smiles team to a higher standard when it comes to patient care.

Every patient has individual needs. And combining the experience of its three doctors with an ultramodern facility, Imagine Smiles meets those patients’ needs and exceeds expectations, whether it’s for diagnosis, treatment, or prevention.

“Giving each patient the time and attention they deserve is the key to our personalized brand of dental care,” Dr. Green said. “And being a patient-focused private practice is what truly sets us apart. We care about our patients before the bottom line.”

Community Recreation

The Blaine Parks and Recreation department offers:

• Adult men’s, women’s, and co-rec softball

• Adult football

• Recreational and competitive basketball

• Youth hockey, soccer, lacrosse, volleyball, baseball, basketball, and football

Visit BlaineParks.com to get involved.

Minnesota’s Ultimate Sports Destination

When it comes to sports and recreation, Blaine is ahead of the game, offering something for every professional and recreational athlete. Spectators and athletes from all over the globe gather at Blaine’s worldrenowned athletic facilities for events year-round, which strengthens the growing community. For over 35 years, Blaine has been dedicated to creating recreational opportunities and facilities for residents and visitors.

TPC Golf Course

The 18-hole TPC Twin Cities golf course is Minnesota’s only PGA Tour-owned property, spanning 235 acres of countryside.

Designed by Arnold Palmer and Tom Lehman, the course has been honored multiple times by Golf Digest magazine and is the site of the PGA TOUR 3M Open.

TPC Twin Cities golf course secured a seven-year deal with the PGA Tour; the annual tournament brings some of the world’s top golfers to Minnesota.

Fogerty Arena

Opened in 1982, this civic center and ice arena, known as “The Ice House,” was one of the first facilities in the Twin Cities with curling ice.

National Sports Center

The National Sports Center (NSC) is the world’s largest amateur sports facility, a six-hundred-acre campus featuring:

• The Super Rink, with eight sheets of ice under one roof. Yearly attendance reaches nearly 2 million.

• The NSC Stadium, a multipurpose outdoor athletic stadium with a grandstand that seats up to 5,500 spectators and is covered with a temporary dome each winter making it a yearround facility. Home of the opening ceremony for the annual Target USA Cup, the largest youth soccer tournament in the Western Hemisphere.

3M Open Links PGA Tour

For almost 20 years, TPC Twin Cities in Blaine hosted the 3M Championship, a PGA Tour Champions senior event. But a new chapter of golf in Minnesota began in 2019 with the inaugural 3M Open.

What started as the Burnet Senior Classic in 1993, played at Bunker Hills Golf Course in Coon Rapids, transformed a bit in 2001. 3M took over as the title sponsor and the tournament moved to TPC Twin Cities, where it remained the preeminent Minnesota golf event for almost two decades.

The 2018 3M Championship was the final Champions Tour event and its replacement was announced that same year.

An official PGA Tour stop and part of the FedExCup series, the 3M Open got the ball rolling in July 2019 at TPC Twin Cities.

The private golf club first opened in 2000, when Arnold Palmer Design consulted with golf legend and Minnesota native Tom Lehman to convert a former sod farm into a premier golf course. The grounds were long considered one of the top designs on the PGA Tour Champions circuit.

To challenge golfers at the PGA Tour level, the layout received some significant upgrades and reconfigurations. Now a par 71 that plays up to 7,468 yards, the course is longer and narrower, with 27 water hazards and 74 bunkers.

The event marked the PGA Tour’s first regular stop in the state in half a century. The tour stopped in Minnesota 34 times between 1930-1969.

Each year a field of 156 golfers compete in the 3M Open. The tournament has been headlined by some of the best players on the PGA Tour and some of the up-and-coming future stars.

With an annual impact of $50 million, the tournament is a major driver of economic activity in the region.

National Sports Center

NSCsports.org • 763.785.5600 • 1700 105th Ave. NE, Blaine

A Unique Resource for Residents

The largest amateur sports campus in the world right in the City of Blaine, the National Sports Center (NSC) offers over 600 acres for year-round sports programs and events in sports as diverse as soccer, hockey, golf, figure skating, yoga, and ultimate disc.

The NSC opened in 1990. Built by the State of Minnesota but operated by the nonprofit corporation National Sports Center Foundation (NSCF), the NSC operates on a self-supporting basis. Although state funds were used to build the facility, no operating subsidy is provided.

The NSC’s flagship annual event is the Target USA CUP, the largest youth soccer tournament in the Western Hemisphere. Last year, the event hosted 1,245 teams, representing numerous states and 20 countries. The nine days of USA CUP is a unique and proud time for Blaine residents, as the world truly comes to Blaine.

Super Rink

Opened in October of 1998, the Super Rink expanded from the original four sheets of ice to eight sheets in the fall of 2006. Programs include hockey, figure skating, broomball, short-track speedskating, and public skating.

The Super Rink features two unique facilities. The Herb Brooks Training Center is a 12,500 square-foot dry-land training facility to teach young players the latest training techniques. For the figure skating community, the 6,200 square foot training center provides a conditioning and dance studio, changing area, parents’ viewing

area, and offices for coaches.

The Super Rink is the training home for the U.S. Women’s National Hockey Team, and the team visits Blaine for training camps several times each year. The rink is the home ice for the Bethel University men’s and women’s hockey teams, as well as Irondale, Mounds View, and Legacy Christian high school hockey teams.

Victory Links Golf Course

Established in 2003, Victory Links is the only PGA Tour-designed public golf course in Minnesota. Boasting 18 holes of links-style golf, Victory Links is designed to be inviting as a familyfriendly course suitable for youth golf and challenging enough to host a PGA Tour event. In fact, the course hosted three qualifying tournaments for the 3M Open this year.

With 50 soccer fields, the NSC has been certified by the Guinness Book of Records as the “largest soccer complex” in the world. And with 4 million visitors a year, the NSC is Minnesota’s most-visited sports facility.

Victory Links is comprised of an 18-hole championship course, oversized grass tee driving range, and a one-of-a-kind 18-hole bent grass putting course. Covering over 400 acres, players can enjoy the beauty of the Minnesota prairie grasses, tranquil native areas, and even glimpses of wildlife.

Minnesota United FC

Minnesota’s MLS professional soccer team Minnesota United FC calls the National Sports Center home. MN United plays their games at Allianz Field in St. Paul but spends the rest of their time in Blaine. The team has dedicated field space, locker rooms, training rooms, and offices at the National Sports Center.

The Welcome Center

Opened in the spring of 2005, the Welcome Center hosts sportrelated events, conferences, and trade shows as well as NSC tournament activities. The Welcome Center includes meeting rooms of varying sizes. The small conference rooms can double as VIP suites for major stadium events.

In 2012, the 21,000 square-foot Sport Expo Center was added to the Welcome Center complex. This facility adds an expo space for

consumer and trade shows and can be used for sports training including basketball and volleyball. The addition makes the entire Welcome Center a 36,000 square-foot facility.

Major Features on Campus

Stadium: The 5,500 seat NSC Stadium hosts Target USA CUP feature games and ceremonies, major soccer games such as U.S. National Team games, and even concerts and marching band festivals. The stadium has hosted six different U.S. National Team soccer games over the years against teams from Canada, Sweden, Norway, Australia, and Mexico. The NSC Stadium is the training grounds for the Minnesota United FC, an MLS professional team. The stadium is available year-round with a temporary dome cover during the winter months.

Sports Hall: The indoor Sports Hall, 100 x 70 yards, is host to indoor soccer, lacrosse, baseball training, and other field sports activities. During the winter months, the NSC Sports Hall is busy every day with soccer leagues and training, offering a great offseason training opportunity for Blaine soccer families.

Fields: For first-time visitors to Blaine, the most striking feature of the NSC campus is the number of multi-use playing fields. Currently with 50 fields, the plan is to ultimately add 12 additional fields to bring the campus to an impressive 62 fields.

Soccer is the big field sport at the NSC, but the fields are also used for other sports such as rugby, lacrosse, and ultimate disc.

Blaine Experiencing Strong Development

Developers are gearing up for projects during what is another big year of development in Blaine. All sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, and public, are going to be busy.

Housing Development is in High Demand

With attractions like the National Sports Center, TPC Twin Cities, great schools, and high-quality parks and open spaces, Blaine is the perfect place for everyone from young families to single professionals to retirees. To meet the demand for housing in Blaine, builders and developers have been busy over the past year and will be for years to come. Despite high interest rates, new housing starts continued to be strong in Blaine throughout 2023 with a variety of housing types. Active subdivisions include townhomes, villas, small lot single family, and larger executive lots. Nearly 400 apartment units were completed in 2023, across four market rate general occupancy buildings. A senior market rate complex was completed in early 2024. The City expects continued strong growth in 2024 and beyond. Blaine is projected to grow to a population of near 90,000 by 2040. You can find the full 2023 Housing Wrap Up at BlaineMN.gov/2023HousingWrapUp.

Commercial and Industrial Groundbreakings and Grand Openings

2023 Business Openings

• El Norte Mexican Grill

• The Rusty Bumblebee

• Nalty Photography

• Michael’s Fried Chicken

• Fresh Picked Pizza

• Lulu Lavender Boutique

• Chandler Industries

• Lead Network Pro

• Pizza Hut

• Café Zupas

• Macarons by Maddie Lu

• Planet Smoothie

• Great Steak

• Royal India

• Hitters Cards and Collectibles

• Art Lab RX

2024 Business Openings

• Culver’s

• The Ball Park

• Future Nutrition

• The Picklr

Coming Soon

• Plato’s Closet

• Tommy’s Car Wash

• Pizza Pub Prime

• Cosecha Azul Restaurant

• Noodles & Co

• Zopec Medical

• Bosnian Supermarket

• Natural Relief of Minnesota

• Bubble Tea & Deli

• North Side Grocery & Deli

• Scooter’s Coffee

• On the Green Golf

• Ascential Medical and Life Sciences

• Chick-fil-A

• Mister Car Wash

• Bird EZ

• Tipicos Latinos

• 3 Leches Bakery

• Slice N Sizzle

• Silverstar Car Wash

• Micholandia Ice Cream & Taco

• Face Foundrie

• Serenity Bean Coffee

• Mister Car Wash

• Valvoline

• La Michoacana Popsicle World Inc.

To stay up to date on development activity in Blaine, be sure to visit our interactive development map at BlaineMN.gov/ DevelopmentMap. This map highlights all of the projects underway and coming in the future.

Does Your Business Want to Sponsor an Event?

Blaine has many opportunities for your business to help make community events a success. Options include logo listing in brochures and other promotional materials. Other sponsorship perks include free booth space at the event in some cases. All events are different and sponsorship levels are outlined in the application form that can be found online. Select your event today.

Visit BlaineEvents.com for more information.

BlaineConnect

The City uses a semi-monthly, citywide newsletter (Blaine CityConnect), the government cable access channel, BlaineMN.gov, neighborhood meetings, NotifyMe, social media, and CivicReady, Blaine’s emergency notification system, to present information to and receive feedback from residents about what is happening in the city.

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BlaineMN.gov/Nextdoor @BlaineMN @BlaineBizMN @BlaineParksMN @BlainePoliceMN

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This rendering of the new overpass design shows the much needed improvements to come for residents and businesses.

Blaine continues to be one of the Twin Cities’ most rapidly growing suburbs. But the City’s lifeline and main corridor, Highway 65, has been notorious for traffic accidents, congestion, and restricting access for pedestrians and bicyclists. The Thrive on 65 project aims to clear the way for businesses and the community.

Funding & Timeline

The Thrive on 65 project, which focuses on improving the stretch between 97th Avenue and 119th Avenue, received full funding this year. The state of Minnesota is investing over $145 million to fix Highway 65, mainly through transportation and bonding bills. The project also received significant funding at the federal level over the last several years.

After conducting an extensive planning and evaluation process that included input from residents and local businesses, a plan has been selected and is moving forward. This project will improve safety and traffic congestion while having minimal impact on private property owners in the area. Pending final design approval, construction will begin in late 2025 and be completed after three years.

Impactful Improvements

Once completed, the impact will be felt by all. Commuters, residents, and businesses will enjoy greater safety and access to the community. Travelers heading north to enjoy Minnesota’s lake country will also benefit from a faster, smoother journey. And the 7 million visitors coming to Blaine each year for major international events will be able to navigate the city with ease..

“A reconstructed Highway 65 will be transformational for Blaine and the entire north metro region,”

- Mayor Tim Sanders

Some of the best benefits to look forward to are:

• Much shorter commute times and less congestion

• Reduced crossing time from 10 to 3 minutes

• Safe conditions for walking and bicycling

• Dramatic decrease in accidents

• Reduced strain on our public safety departments

CURRENT INTERCHANGE AT 105TH AVENUE

HWY 65 STATS

Did you know?

Below are some truly staggering facts about Highway 65. This information highlights why Thrive on 65 is vital for the safety and accessibility of our community.

Minnesota State Highway 65 carries the same number of cars daily as I-35W through the City. But on Highway 65, you have stoplights and at-grade intersections up and down the entire corridor.

The Blaine Police Department has received more than 15,000 calls for service on Highway 65 over the last five years. In the last five years, there have been more than 400 personal injury accidents on Highway 65 through Blaine. We cannot thank our local Blaine

Thrive on 65 was built on partnerships. We have worked with legislators from all political parties and all levels of government to accomplish this goal. Get up-to-date information and learn more about this project at BlaineMN.gov/ThriveOn65

City Departments

Administration

The administration department is made up of the city manager’s office as well as the city clerk, communications, and human resources divisions.

The City Manager is selected by the Blaine City Council to manage the day-to-day operation of all functions of city government. The city manager, along with the management team, evaluates issues and makes recommendations to the city council. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/Administration

The City Clerk’s Office is responsible for running local elections, licensing businesses, maintaining official city records, and managing Blaine City Council meeting agendas. The city clerk also maintains a record of all council proceedings, publishes legal notices and newly adopted ordinances, and responds to city code inquiries. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/CityClerk

Human Resources coordinates recruitment and hiring, conducts contract negotiations, and administers employee benefits, compensation, and job classifications. For job opportunities, visit BlaineMN.gov/Jobs. Communications develops and presents relevant, timely, and helpful public information to the community. It is the City's intent to help foster community involvement, confidence, and pride by keeping residents informed and providing opportunities for community engagement. Learn more at BlaineMN.gov/Communications.

Parks and Recreation in Blaine provides a comprehensive, year-round recreational activity program for residents of all ages and includes the senior center facility and senior programs. Parks and recreation also works in cooperation with community organizations, agencies, and associations in an effort to facilitate a broad variety of recreational opportunities within the city.

Parks and recreation also plans and manages city parks and recreational facilities for community use. For additional information, visit BlaineParks.com.

Finance Department

The finance department is composed of two divisions – finance and information technology (IT).

Finance oversees all financial activity of the City and manages four subdivisions: accounting, which oversees the payroll and accounts payable functions and is responsible for the City’s financial reporting; budgeting, which manages the City’s financial and capital planning functions; treasury and debt management, which manages the City’s banking, investment, and debt issuance functions; and utility billing, which is responsible for the billing and account maintenance of Blaine water, sewer, refuse, and recycling accounts.

Information Technology is responsible for managing the City’s computerized system of hardware and software and its supporting infrastructure that allows the exchange of information, both internally and externally, through the use of voice, data, and video. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/Finance

Community Development

The community development department consists of three divisions: planning, economic development, and building inspections.

Planning functions revolve around reviewing and processing the development proposals for the Blaine Planning Commission and Blaine City Council as well as interpreting and enforcing zoning and subdivision codes. This division prepares and implements the comprehensive municipal plan, which guides land use, zoning, sewer extension, transportation, and community facility improvements or anticipated changes. They also prepare special reports and studies of redevelopment and long-range plans.

Planning also oversees all land development within the City of Blaine. Staff is available to answer questions on past, current, and future development, zoning, building code changes, home occupations, business signage, and variances to the codes. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/Planning

Economic Development offers assistance to businesses in finding available sites and coordinating the site planning process. In some cases, financial assistance is available through the Blaine EDA for projects which address City goals.

Blaine has a strong and growing industrial and commercial business sector. Blaine is home to over 1,500 businesses, has

eleven industrial parks, competitive land costs, a strong labor pool, and excellent freeway and highway access as well as the Anoka County Airport. Blaine has an abundant supply of development opportunities for growing and emerging businesses. For additional information, visit BlaineBiz.com.

Building Inspections reviews and inspects all new construction and remodeling within the City. All building permits and licenses are issued from building inspections through the iMS online permitting system at BlaineMN.gov/IMS

A building permit is needed for any new construction, remodeling, sprinkler systems, plumbing, heating, fence, deck, shed, in-ground pool, or mobile home setup. Visit BlaineMN.gov for permit requirements for common home improvement projects. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/BuildingInspections

Safety Services

The safety services department consists of three divisions: community standards, police, and facilities. This department also oversees the City's contracted fire response with SBM Fire.

Community Standards includes three divisions, starting with Neighborhood Services that enforces City ordinances relating to the public health, safety, and general condition and upkeep of the community. This department responds to inquiries about code issues. Neighborhood services strives to work cooperatively with residents and business owners to gain voluntary compliance of community standards.

Fire Inspections is responsible for new construction plan review and inspection. Fire inspections also conducts routine fire inspections of commercial and industrial buildings. Housing Services is responsible for the rental license program for all single and multiple family rental properties within the City of Blaine. All rental properties are required to obtain an annual license and scheduled inspections.

Housing Services is also responsible for conducting the fire inspections of all apartments and residential board and care facilities as well as responding to property complaints. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/CommunityStandards.

Facilities This division provides day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of city buildings. They are also responsible for long-term planning and capital improvements to city buildings to keep them operating in a safe, cost-effective manner, extending the life of the structures.

Learn more about the Police and Fire Departments on page 30.

Public Works

The public works department is divided into several divisions providing services for the maintenance of, and some construction of, public facilities such as streets and parks and the provision of utility services.

Streets and Parks maintains city streets, parks, buildings, and grounds through weed cutting, street sweeping, traffic signs, snow and ice removal, and related activities.

Water and Sewer operates, maintains, and repairs all water mains, sanitary sewer mains, and storm sewers within the City, including wells and lift stations.

Maintenance provides a program of preventive maintenance and repair work for city vehicles and equipment.

Forestry helps balance the preservation of our natural resources with the growth and needs of our community. This includes insect and disease control, tree preservation, hazard tree management, Arbor Day, and other planting events.

Public Works can be reached at 763-785-6165 during regular business hours or 763-427-1212 for emergencies after hours and weekends. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/PublicWorks or email PW@BlaineMN.gov.

Engineering

The engineering department consists of two divisions: engineering and GIS.

Engineering ensures that municipal sewer, water main, storm drainage, and street improvements are constructed in accordance with city specifications. Engineering coordinates engineering services during the planning and construction stages of residential and industrial development as well as maintaining compliance with all applicable wetland requirements. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/Engineering

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) produces maps, reports, analysis, and geospatial data as well as creating and maintaining a vast array of point, line, polygon, raster, and tabular data for the City of Blaine and surrounding area. GIS staff also maintains an online web mapping application, giving the public and city staff quick and easy access to GIS data. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/GIS

Council, Boards, and Commissions

Blaine City Council

As the elected representatives of the people, City councilmembers comprise the policy-making body of the City. The council is composed of six councilmembers and the mayor. Though voting equally with the other six members of the council, the mayor is the presiding officer at council meetings and is the official representative of the City. Two councilmembers are elected from each council ward on staggered four-year terms. The mayor’s position, a four-year term, is elected at large.

The City is comprised of three council wards. Elections are held each August and November in even-numbered years. The councilmembers, as a body, implement all policies exclusively through the city manager and, as individuals, neither perform or interfere with any of the administrative work themselves.

Regular meetings are the first and third Monday of every month at 7PM in the Blaine City Council Chambers at Blaine City Hall. Meetings are televised live on cable channels 799 and 16. Meetings are also livestreamed at BlaineMN.gov/Video. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/CityCouncil

Blaine Economic Development Authority

In May 1985, the Blaine Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) was established to promote economic development. State law empowered HRAs with broad authority to engage in redevelopment and economic development activities. Although the HRA was an autonomous organization, the HRA was governed by a board whose members are the Blaine City Council.

In December 1988, the Economic Development Authority (EDA) was established to replace the HRA as the vehicle for subsequent economic development activities. Previous City and HRA projects were consolidated under the EDA’s authority. In part this was done because state statute provided the EDA with greater flexibility. The EDA is governed by the Blaine City Council, which serves as the EDA’s board of directors and president. The city manager is the executive director of the Blaine EDA. The EDA meets as needed. Meetings are held either before or after regularly scheduled Blaine City Council meetings. Meetings are televised live on cable channels 799 and 16. Meetings are also livestreamed at BlaineMN.gov/Video. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/EDA

The following boards report to the council:

Charter Commission

The Blaine Charter Commission reviews the City charter and recommends charter amendments in keeping with the state law. Commissioners are volunteers recommended for appointment by the Blaine City Council to the Tenth Judicial District Chief Judge. The Blaine Charter Commission meets annually as required by statute, but may convene more often as needed. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/CharterCommission.

Natural Resources Conservation Board

The Blaine Natural Resources Conservation Board is an advisory board to the city council that develops and recommends a policy framework for the maintenance and preservation of Blaine’s natural resources. The board also develops a natural resources plan, which includes long-term and near-term objectives and a plan for the acquisition of significant natural areas.

Regular meetings are held on the third Tuesday of April, June, August, and October at 7PM in the Blaine City Council Chambers. Meetings are televised live on cable channels 799 and 16. Meetings are also livestreamed at BlaineMN.gov/Video. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/NRCB

2024 Blaine City Council:

(back row, left to right) Terra Fleming, Mayor Tim Sanders, Tom Newland, (front row, left to right) Lori Saroya, Jess Robertson, Chris Massoglia, and Leslie Larson

Park Advisory Board

The Blaine Park Advisory Board, consisting of seven members appointed for two-year terms, holds neighborhood meetings, receives resident input, conducts surveys, addresses funding strategies, evaluates and recommends capital improvements for new and existing park facilities, and conducts public meetings for resident involvement in the park planning process.

The Blaine Park Board meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7PM at Blaine City Hall. Meetings are televised live on cable channels 799 and 16. Meetings are also livestreamed at BlaineMN.gov/Video. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/ParkBoard.

Planning Commission

The Blaine Planning Commission, consisting of seven members appointed for two-year terms, reviews and advises the city council on long-range community planning goals and policies, immediate planning issues, and specific development proposals. The Blaine Planning Commission meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7PM at Blaine City Hall. Meetings are televised live on cable channels 799 and 16. Meetings are also livestreamed at BlaineMN.gov/Video. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/PlanningCommission

Traffic Commission

The Blaine Traffic Commission reviews neighborhood traffic concerns on local streets, defines issues, reviews alternatives and costs, holds public hearings, and makes recommendations to the Blaine City Council.

Regular meetings are held quarterly (March, June, September, December) on the first Tuesday of each month at 7PM at Blaine City Hall. Meetings are televised live on cable channels 799 and 16. Meetings are also livestreamed at BlaineMN.gov/Video. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/TrafficCommission

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Senior Advisory Council

The Blaine Senior Advisory Council has been established by the Blaine City Council to recommend programs and services for the senior residents of Blaine. It is the intent of the advisory council to make every effort to provide equal program opportunities for all Blaine area senior citizens. The Blaine Senior Advisory Council also recommends guidelines for use of the Mary Ann Young Center.

The Blaine City Council appoints councilmembers to serve as a liaison to the advisory council. Advisory members serve a term of two years and may elect to run for additional terms pending city council approval. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/SeniorAdvisoryCouncil

Blaine Historical Society

The primary goal of the Blaine Historical Society is to collect, preserve, research, disseminate, and display historical knowledge and artifacts relating to Blaine, Minnesota. Future membership opportunities are anticipated for those interested in joining the society.

Blaine residents interested in assisting the society further its goals through volunteer effort, artifact donation, and/or by any other non-monetary means are also invited to contact the Society.

Learn more at BlaineHistory.org

Fire Board

The Spring Lake Park - Blaine - Mounds View (SBM) Fire Department is a nonprofit corporation managed by a Fire Board consisting of firefighters and community representatives. Blaine representatives must either live or work full time in Blaine. The board works closely with the Fire Chief, offering final approving authority for most administrative and financial items for the corporation. Learn more at SBMFire.org

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From independent to skilled care living, we support your dreams and needs. Call for a tour. Ask about our month-to-month leasing and stable rent rates.

Blaine Campus: 763-762-8430

Columbia Heights Campus: 763-782-1601

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Where Do I Vote?

To find out where you vote, go to MNVotes.org and click Find Your Polling Place

Absentee Voting

An online voter tool has been added to the Secretary of State’s voter information portal. Go to MNVotes.org and click Vote Early by Absentee to complete an application.

Voter Registration

You may register to vote in person, by mail, or online. For more information, go to MNVotes.org and click Register to Vote.

For more information on any voting or election questions, contact Blaine elections at Elections@BlaineMN.gov or 763-717-2737.

Voting in Blaine

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Be an Election Judge

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

Interested in learning more? Go to BlaineMN.gov/Elections

Primary Election Election Day

absentee voting begins June 28

Nov

5

absentee voting begins Sept. 20

City of Blaine Voting Precincts & Poll Locations

Safety Services

Blaine Safety Services are comprised of the Blaine Police Department, the Spring Lake Park - Blaine - Mounds View (SBM) Fire Department, and Community Standards.

Blaine Police Department

The Blaine Police Department has an authorized strength of 83 sworn officers, 11 full-time support personnel, and seven part-time non-sworn community service officers. The department responds to over 50,000 calls for service annually. The police department has three K-9 teams. Other specialty units include: a traffic unit, retail crime unit, and the directed operations group. There are five divisions in the police department: the patrol division, special operations, administrative services, emergency management, and support services. In addition, the police department also has a reserve unit and a law enforcement explorer post.

The Blaine Police Department strives to have the most up-to-date policies that

reflect changes in federal and state court rulings and law changes, as well as keep them contemporary with the ever-changing world around us. In 2019, the department contracted with Lexipol, a renowned US company. Lexipol is a national law enforcement policy company that not only ensures policies are legal and defensible, but best practices are followed as well. This process is on going and will continue to provide updates to the policy manual.

“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.”

other activities present unique public safety challenges. As Blaine continues to grow, the police department integrates with other members of the community to provide a safe, thriving community. The mission statement of the Blaine Police Department is:

The Blaine Police Department believes in building strong relationships with its community members through engaging interactions and events. We strive to create trust and confidence in the neighborhoods, schools, and businesses we serve.

In addition to being a wonderful city in which to live and work, Blaine is also a destination community. Many large-scale sporting events, concerts, festivals, and

“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.”

The department strongly believes in this and is here for everyone in Blaine. The non-emergency number for the police department is 763-785-6168. For additional information, visit BlaineSafetyServices.com/Police

In addition to response for calls for service, the Police Department provides a number of specialized services:

• In the Patrol Division, there are dedicated K-9 officers as well as officers dedicated to traffic enforcement and education.

• The traffic officers work in conjunction with the Blaine Traffic Commission to address and improve traffic safety in our community.

• Community service officers provide non-emergency assistance with ordinance issues and traffic safety/flow.

• Police Reserves and Explorers provide volunteer services to the police department on patrol and at special events throughout the city.

• The Investigations Division includes detectives and sergeants and provides 24-hour investigative coverage to our community.

• One of the detectives and one of the sergeants are assigned to the Anoka Hennepin Narcotics and Violent Crimes Task Force.

• There are additionally school resource officers assigned to Blaine High School, Roosevelt Middle School, Centennial High School, and Westwood Middle School.

• The Patrol Division has retail officers dedicated to the Northtown Mall area in the southeast corner of the city. They work in conjunction with the businesses in the area to provide a safe, secure retail area.

• Special Operations also has officers in the Directed Operations Group. The Directed Operations Group provides specialized targeted enforcement in problem areas of the City of Blaine.

• There are also staff members who provide support services which include records management and administration.

• Emergency Management in Blaine is overseen by the police department.

SBM Fire Department

Residents incorporated the Spring Lake Fire Department on January 17, 1944 as a nonprofit corporation, starting with two pieces of apparatus and 20 volunteer firefighters. The fire district was quite large at the time and consisted of the current communities of Blaine, Spring Lake Park, Mounds View, Fridley, Arden Hills, Shoreview, and Coon Rapids. Today, the SBMFD is a dynamic, high-performing organization that provides extraordinary all-hazard emergency response, innovative fire prevention services, and public fire education to the communities of Spring Lake Park, Blaine, and Mounds View. SBMFD currently serves a permanent population of over 92,000 residents who are dispersed throughout approximately 40 square miles. The coverage area includes the Anoka County Airport, critical state infrastructure, major regional employers, and numerous schools.

The operations division provides services through a unique combination-staffing model, staffing with full-time personnel and duty crews who are assigned to cover each station at a specific duty time, delivering an effective service at one of the lowest per capita costs in Minnesota. The new duty crew model was put into place in 2024 and has significantly reduced response time while ensuring that all stations are staffed at the most critical times. The SBMFD operates out of five fire stations, four of which are located in the City of Blaine and have an apparatus complement of six engines, two ladders, four RIV/Utility, and additional support vehicles. Weekday response combines 13 full-time SBMFD personnel with 11 full-time City of Blaine employees who are also firefighters. Calls for service continue to rise throughout the SBM coverage area. The community risk reduction division delivers innovative fire prevention and safety programs to the community in several focus areas. Some of these innovative and crucial programs are: after the fire care, bike helmet fittings, car seat clinics, citizens academy, first aid and CPR, home safety surveys, safety camp, senior safety fair, school education, and youth firesetter intervention. For more information visit, SBMFire.org

Community Standards Division

The Community Standards division consists of a full-time staff who conduct city code compliance inspections and enforcement activities related to the fire marshal, fire inspections, rental licensing, and code enforcement. Most of the Community Standards staff also supports the SBM Fire Department as daytime responders to fire, serious medical calls, and vehicle crashes. Community Standards staff also assists with emergency management in the City. For additional information, visit BlaineSafetyServices.com/CommunityStandards.

Blaine Police Community Alliance

The Blaine Police Community Alliance is a collaborative group made up of leaders from our community and police personnel, built on the principles of community partnership and inclusivity, created to enhance public safety and foster mutual trust. This partnership is characterized by open dialogue and communication, where members are encouraged to voice their concerns, ideas, and feedback. Alliance members collectively work to develop and implement programs and initiatives that address the root causes of crime and social issues. Learn how to join and more at BlaineMN.gov/BPCA

Partnering for a Safer Blaine

Blaine Safety Services actively engages in resident safety and resident awareness. Blaine Safety Services, along with the City of Blaine Parks & Recreation department, annually hosts a summer safety camp event for children entering fourth grade in the fall. This two-day event teaches the children a variety of safety precautions in a fun environment. Blaine Safety Services also holds a two-day bike helmet safety event. This is hosted annually in the spring and is an event to learn how to fit bike helmets for adults as well as children. You can bring in your own helmet for a fitting or buy one at cost at the event.

Every fall, adults have an opportunity to experience what it is like to be a police officer or firefighter at Blaine’s Citizens Academy. This eight-week program helps people understand the operations of the police and fire departments and offers the chance to use some of the actual equipment that Safety Services members use daily.

These are just a few examples of how the City of Blaine works cooperatively to make Blaine a safe and enjoyable place to be.

Utilities

For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/UtilityBilling

Utility Billing

The finance department is responsible for the billing of water, sewer, and garbage service to over 23,000 homes and commercial properties in the City of Blaine.

Bills are sent quarterly to residential customers and monthly to commercial customers. All bills are due on the last day of the month. Any payments not received by the due date will result in a 10 percent late payment penalty. Any accounts that become delinquent are certified to the county for collection with the property taxes.

Water

Residential customers will be billed a quarterly service charge, plus a charge per 1,000 gallons of water used.

Commercial customers will be billed a monthly service charge, plus a charge per 1,000 gallons of water used. To see current water rates visit, BlaineMN.gov/UtilityBilling

Sanitary Sewer

Sewage treatment services for Blaine, as well as most other cities in the seven-county metropolitan area, are provided by the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services. Sewage leaving each city is metered and treated at the Metropolitan Council Treatment Site in St. Paul. Each city is billed for the amount of sewage treated.

Infrastructure replacement costs are also included in the sewer rate. To see sewer rates, visit BlaineMN.gov/UtilityBilling

Monthly Recycling Drop-Off Day

The City of Blaine sponsors a recycling drop-off day on the third Saturday of each month at Recycle Technologies.

The collection event runs from 8AM - Noon and is open to anyone. You do not need to be a Blaine resident to bring items to the drop-off day.

Recycle Technologies collects mattresses, box springs, carpet, appliances, fluorescent lamps, electronics, rechargeable batteries, and tires. Please note that there is a fee for most items.

You can also drop off tires and rechargeable batteries for a small fee. For more information on fees, call 763-785-0456. See the complete list of fees on the Blaine website under garbage and recycling information.

Free items include scrap metal and vehicle batteries.

Randy's Environmental Services offers free paper shredding on the drop-off day. Wait time for shredding can be long.

Please note: No garbage will be accepted at the drop-off day. To learn more about recycling opportunities available in Blaine, call 763-785-6141 or visit BlaineMN.gov/Recycle.

Bikes 4 Kids (April

- October)

Drop off any size bicycle that you no longer want at Blaine’s monthly recycling drop-off day. The bikes will be accepted by Bikes 4 Kids to be refurbished or have their parts used in refurbishing other bikes. Bikes 4 Kids then donates the bikes to people in need.

There is no charge to drop a bike off at the monthly recycling drop-off day. Bikes 4 Kids is a part of The Robert & Wilma Burbach Bike Foundation. Learn more at Bikes4KidsMN.org .

Recycling & Garbage

Blaine has organized recycling and refuse service and contracts with Walters Recycling and Refuse for all single-family homes in the City. Three service levels are available to meet a variety of disposal needs.

• Premium Service (includes six bulk items per year)

• 68 Gallon Service

• 38 Gallon Service

Unlimited single-sort recycling is included with each garbage service. All recyclable materials can be placed together loosely in the recycling containers provided. Recycling is collected every other week on residents’ designated garbage day.

Walters offers seasonal yard waste pickup from AprilNovember. Yard waste containers can be ordered directly from Walters by calling 763-780-8464.

How can you save money on your garbage bill?

The best way to save money on your garbage bill, especially households at the unlimited level, is to recycle as much material as possible. These days most household waste is actually recyclable. In Blaine’s curbside recycling program, you can recycle the following items:

• Newspapers and all inserts

• All magazines and catalogs

• Phone books

• Training manuals

• All mixed mail including envelopes If it comes in the mail and is paper, you can recycle it.

• All office and school papers, file folders, fax sheets, notebooks, etc.

• Paperback books

• Brown paper bags

• Corrugated cardboard boxes cut up to fit in recycling cart (or flatten and bundle 3 feet by 3 feet by 1 foot thick, and place 3 feet from the recycling cart)

• Box board (cake, cereal, cracker, tissue, and shoe/shirt boxes)

• Aluminum cans

• Tin/steel cans

• Glass bottles and jars (clear, brown, and green)

• Plastic food and beverage containers

Please do not recycle the following items:

Plastic bags, Styrofoam, plastic motor oil bottles, boxes for freezer foods, pizza boxes, any type of used tissue product.

If you need additional recycling carts to handle all of the recycling material, you can get them at no additional cost. That’s right; residents can put out as much recycling as possible without an increase in cost. In fact, it could save you money by allowing you to use a smaller garbage cart.

To get additional recycling carts, call Walters Recycling and Refuse at 763-780-8464. To save money and change your level of garbage service to a smaller container, call the city Utility Billing Department at 763-785-6141. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/GarbageandRecycling

Organics Waste Collection

The City of Blaine offers a free organics recycling drop off program. Organic waste can be collected and then dropped off in the marked organic recycling bins in the south parking lot at Blaine City Hall.

What are organics?

Organics include all food scraps, most nonrecyclable and food-soiled paper, and certified compostable products.

Why should organics be removed from the trash?

Approximately one-third of the waste collected weekly is recyclable, organic material. Removal of organics from your weekly trash reduces the amount of material dumped at the landfill. Once this material reaches the landfill, the collection and reuse of it is no longer feasible.

What happens to the organics?

Food scraps and nonrecyclable paper products are processed and turned into compost, a nutrient-rich resource that improves soil and decreases the need for fertilizers.

What is the cost?

This will be a free program for Blaine residents. The City is able to offer this service at no cost through a SCORE (Select Committee on Recycling and the Environment) grant.

How do I start?

Any resident who wants to participate should sign up at BlaineMN.gov/ OrganicsSignup and get a free starter kit at Blaine City Hall.

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Community Ordinances

Area Dog Parks

In 2016, the City enclosed an area of Aquatore Park that serves as an off-leash dog area. Off-leash parks in the area include:

• Aquatore ParkSwanson Dog Park 9191 Lincoln Street Blaine

• Bunker Hills Park

550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW Andover

• Locke County Park 840 71st Avenue NE Fridley

• Rice Creek OffLeash Dog Area 5959 Lexington Avenue Shoreview

Animals found at large will be seized by an animal control officer and impounded. Call 763-785-6168 for the current impound facility. Contact a community service officer at 763-427-1212 or call 911 for animal-related complaints.

Clean Up After Your Pets

Under City ordinance, pet owners are required to clean up after their dogs. Pet owners must carry a plastic bag or some other means of picking up after their pet whenever they are off their own property.

Block Parties

Block parties are permitted without special permit. However, residents should be aware of several important issues. Selling or dispensing of beer requires a temporary beer license, which must be approved by the City. Residents may not barricade or block off streets and must be conscientious of loud music and impact to surrounding neighbors. The City’s noise ordinance restricts noisy parties and gatherings. Contact the Blaine Police Department for more information.

Animals

Number and Types A resident may own up to three domestic pets of any one type over four months of age. A domestic pet is defined as a dog, cat, bird, or other common house pet. Non-domesticated, wild animals are not permitted. Domestic farm animals, including cattle, horses, sheep, and goats are only permitted in agricultural (AG) and farm residential (FR) zoning districts. Hogs (pot-bellied pigs) are not permitted within any zoning district.

Private or Commercial Kennel If a resident owns or boards more than three adult domestic pets of one type, a kennel license is required. Kennels are not permitted in single family (R-1, R-2, and R-3) zoning districts.

Cats Cat licensing is not required. There is no ordinance on stray cats in the City of Blaine.

Leash Law Dogs in the City of Blaine must be on a leash and under control while off the owner’s property.

Dog License All dogs six months or older are required to be licensed. A license can be obtained at Blaine City Hall for $10. The owner must provide evidence that the dog has been vaccinated for rabies. Dog licenses must be renewed by April 30 and are good for two years.

Barking Dog It shall be unlawful for any person to own, keep, or harbor any dog considered a barking dog. By definition a barking dog is any dog that barks, bays, cries, howls, or makes any other noise continuously and/or incessantly for a period of 10 minutes or barks intermittently for 30 minutes or more at any time either day or night. Contact the Blaine Police Department or Community Standards for more information.

Dog Enclosures (Kennel) Dog enclosures are only permitted in rear yards. Dog enclosures must be located at least 30 feet from the side property line and 10 feet from the rear lot line. All enclosures must be screened from adjacent property. Dog enclosures must also be kept in a clean and sanitary condition. Contact Community Standards or the Blaine Police Department for more information.

Youth Curfews

Ages Sun. - Thurs. Fri. - Sat.

Under 12 9PM 10PM

12 - 14 10PM 11PM

15 - 17 11PM 12:01AM

Boulevard Maintenance

Residents with property fronting a street right-of-way are responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep of the boulevard. This includes mowing tall grass/weeds, raking leaves, tree trimming/removal, and sidewalk snow removal.

Driveways

A permit is not required for new driveway construction or improvement unless a modification to the curb is needed. Depending on the zoning district there are different setback requirements for driveways. All driveways and approaches must be hard surface using concrete or blacktop. Contact the planning division for more information at 763-784-6180.

Fences

The City requires a building permit for the construction of new yard fencing or substantial alteration of an existing fence. The following fence guidelines must be followed:

• Seasonal fences are allowed without permit.

• Post and framework must be placed within property line of the owner. The fencing material, such as lumber, pickets, etc., shall be placed on the side of the fence facing the street or adjacent property.

• All fences must be constructed in a workman-like manner and be maintained in a state of reasonable repair.

• Maximum heights: Front yard = 4 feet. Side and rear yards = 6 feet.

Contact Planning at 763-717-2748 or visit BlaineMN.gov/BuildingInspections for more information.

Home Daycare

Providers must be licensed by Anoka County and the State of Minnesota. Specific questions or complaints should be directed to Anoka County at 763-422-7146.

Garage Sales

Garage sales are allowed without special permit if they meet the following standards: sale can last no longer than three days and no more than twice each year; no goods purchased for sale or consignment goods may be offered for resale; and all signs advertising the sale must be placed on private property with owner’s permission and removed after the sale. Contact Community Standards for more information.

Firearms/Hunting

The discharge of deadly weapons is prohibited within city limits. Deadly weapons include all firearms, bow and arrows when arrows are point-tipped, BB guns, air rifles, and slingshots. The Blaine Police Department may issue temporary bow and arrow deer hunting authorization for certain designated properties within the city.

Persons owning property within designated hunting areas must obtain a permit for each person who will be hunting on said property and the permit must be in the hunter’s possession. All regulations established by the Department of Natural Resources shall be adhered to. Contact the Blaine Police Department for more information at 763-785-6168.

Home Business

A home business may operate in a residential zoning district without a conditional use permit if there is no exterior storage of materials or business equipment, the business is conducted within a residential dwelling and does not exceed 20 percent of total floor area of residence, and only people living in the residence are employed. Contact Community Standards for other applicable standards at 763-785-6187.

Inoperable Vehicles

The City of Blaine does not allow the parking or storage of stock cars, race cars, or junk vehicles. All vehicles must be in an operable condition, currently licensed, and licensed to the occupants of the property or their guests. Contact Community Standards for more info at 763-784-6700.

Vehicle Repair

Residents are not allowed to repair or perform maintenance work on vehicles on public streets or on private land unless the vehicle is enclosed in a garage or storage building.

Noise

The City of Blaine noise ordinance is in effect between 10PM and 7AM. During this period, the following activities are restricted:

• Operation of tools and domestic maintenance equipment

• Repair or servicing of vehicles if noise is audible beyond property line

• Exterior construction or remodeling

• Use of electronic or audio sound if plainly audible at a distance of 50 feet or more

• Noisy parties or gatherings audible at a distance of 50 feet or more

Contact Community Standards for information at 763-785-6187.

Parking

No vehicle shall be parked on any highway, street, or alley in the city for more than 48 consecutive hours at any time.

• From November 1 to April 1, no vehicle shall be parked on any highway, street, or alley between the hours of 2AM and 7AM.

• Parking permits may be issued by the Blaine Police Department for emergency or other situations.

• No vehicle may be parked on any highway, street, or alley in the city in violation of any temporary or permanent regulatory sign posted by the city.

Traffic Visibility

On all corner lots, no fence, object, or planting in excess of 30 inches in height is allowed in the sight distance triangle. Contact Community Standards for more information at 763-785-6187.

Rental Dwellings Require License

All rental housing in Blaine must secure a license prior to tenants moving into the unit. Contact housing services at 763-785-6146 to request a license application and schedule the necessary pre-inspection. Licensing is required on an annual basis; the licensing period runs from January 1 through December 31.

The rental dwelling ordinance governs all rental units within the City. It pertains to single-family detached and attached townhomes and condos and all multi-family rentals comprised of two or more units.

Residential Exterior Storage

Personal unused property should be stored inside. Miscellaneous storage, including yard maintenance equipment, toys, and nonpermanent recreational equipment, may not be stored outside for periods longer than 72 consecutive hours. Vehicles and ornamental yard enhancements are excluded from this standard. Contact Community Standards for more information.

Septic Systems

Septic tanks must be pumped and inspected every three years by a certified pumper. Contact Building Inspections for more info.

Sheds

City zoning requirements limit the number of accessory buildings (including attached garages) to two, with a combined area no greater than 1,000 square feet. Sheds must be located in the rear yard, unless side yard shed requirements are met. A permit is required for any shed greater than 120 square feet in area or that has permanent footings or slab. Regulations vary by development, please contact Planning at 763-717-2748 for specific requirements.

Irrigation Usage

Blaine enforces year-round, odd-even sprinkling days - Residents with an even numbered address can sprinkle on even numbered days. Residents with an odd numbered address can sprinkle on odd numbered days.

No sprinkling between 10AM and 6PMFrom May 15 until September 15 no sprinkling is allowed between 10AM and 6PM. This is the hottest part of the day and most water is lost to evaporation.

FINES FOR BREAKING ORDINANCE

• First Offense - Warning

• Second Offense - $25 fine

• Third Offense - $50 fine

• Fourth Offense - $75 fine

• Four or More - $100 fine each time

EXCEPTIONS

• Private wells used for watering.

• City owned athletic fields.

• Hand watering of gardens and trees using a watering can or hose.

• New landscaping or sod, may be watered daily but not between 10AM and 6PM, for a period of 30 days after installation. Please contact Public Works at 763-785-6165 to request a 30 day exemption.

Snow Removal

Residents with property fronting a sidewalk are responsible for the removal of snow within 48 hours after the snowfall has ceased. Residents are prohibited from pushing snow, slush, or ice into the street or onto private property without permission.

Swimming Pools

Swimming pools are permitted in certain residential zoning districts in rear yards and must meet a 10 foot setback from property lines. Pools cannot be located closer than six feet to the primary residence and all associated decks or patios must be located a minimum distance of 10 feet from adjacent lot lines. All outdoor pools need to be completely enclosed by a non-climbing type fence or wall. Fence and gates shall be at least four feet tall. Building permits are required for construction of all above- and belowground pools exceeding 200 square feet in area. Call 763-784-6700 for more information.

Tree Preservation

Residents are allowed to remove two significant trees per year from privately owned property. Trees removed because they pose a hazard or because they are diseased are exempt. An approved forest management plan is required if more than two significant trees per year are removed from non-developing lots or parcels. On developing lots, a tree preservation plan must be submitted for City approval prior to site grading or excavation. Prior to site disturbance, the site shall be staked and fenced for tree preservation plan. All significant trees removed or fatally damaged must be replaced on-site or in the form of a payment of a fee to the city restoration fund. Contact Public Works for more information.

Wood Storage

Firewood may be stored in the side or rear yard no closer than five feet from the property line unless screened by a solid fence or wall.

Building Permits

Building Inspections reviews and inspects all new construction and remodeling within the City. All building permits and licenses, as well as Certificates of Occupancy, are issued from Building Inspections. A building permit is needed for any new construction, remodeling, sprinkler system, plumbing, heating, fence, deck, shed, in-ground pool, or mobile home setup. All Blaine building permits are obtained online. Start the process today at BlaineMN.gov/BuildingInspections.

The Simple & Easy Building Permit Process

1. Talk to your local code official. Code officials want your project to be a success and will help you avoid potential problems that could cost time and money. Residents will be asked some basic questions (What are you planning to do? Where?), advised of any requirements, and, if necessary, referred to other departments for their approval. The code official will provide you with the resources and information needed for compliance with the applicable building codes. You will then receive an application for a building permit.

2. Submit application. At this stage, the applicant will document the who, what, when, where, and how of the job, along with any sketches or plans of the proposed work. Learn more at BlaineMN.gov/BuildingInspections.

3. Building inspections. The code official will review your plans and determine if your project is in compliance with local requirements. If your plans meet these requirements, a permit is issued. If for some reason they do not, the code official will work with you to help correct the problem.

4. Receive permit. Now that you have been approved for a permit, you have legal permission to start construction. A fee, based on the size of the job, is collected to cover the cost of the application, the review, and the inspection process. An experienced code official is available should you have any questions concerning your project. You should consider your code official as an ally who will help you make your project a success. Typically, separate permits are required for electrical, plumbing, and heating or air conditioning work.

5. Job-site visits. On-site inspections are required to make certain the work conforms to the permit, local codes, and plans. Again, you will have access to the expertise of the code official to help you with questions or concerns regarding the project and to ward off potentially costly mistakes. The code official will let you know approximately how many inspections may be needed for your project. Typically, several days are needed when requesting visits.

6. Final approval. The code official will provide documentation when construction is completed and code compliance is determined. You will then have the personal satisfaction of a job done safely and correctly. You can enjoy your improvements with the knowledge that they meet the safety standards in your community.

It takes everyone in a community to keep homes, schools, offices, stores, and other buildings safe for personal and public use. Safe construction practices help protect you, your family, your friends, and your investment. Be sure to get your local code official involved with your project, because the Building Department is on your side.

More Info Online

Regular office hours are MondayFriday from 8AM until 4:30PM. For additional information, visit BlaineMN.gov/ BuildingInspections

Important Information

Deck, Porch, and Addition Footing Design

Most homes in Blaine are constructed on corrected soil pads. This is because soil conditions prior to development were too low and often unsuitable. These corrected building pads are not much larger than the home structure. Soils outside of these corrected pads may not be suitable for the construction of decks, porches, or home/garage additions. Any proposed construction of a deck, porch, or addition may require soils corrections, or an engineer’s soils report may be required to verify minimum bearing capacity of 1,500 pounds per square foot.

How to Design Footing for a Deck or Porch

Areas of known poor soils require soils corrections and/or deck footings must be designed by a licensed professional engineer prior to the issuance of the permit. Please call the building inspections department for soil information in your development at 763-785-6170 as your first step in planning for your deck or porch.

1. Concrete Footings – The permit holder is responsible for the design size, but the footings cannot be a smaller diameter than listed in the City of Blaine deck or porch handout footing guide. In lieu of using the guide in the handout, another option is to provide an engineer’s soils report to verify minimum bearing capacity and design them accordingly. Footings must still be set on sandy/ suitable soils (no black organic type soils) or the footing inspection will fail. In some developments, the depth to suitable soil may be much deeper than the 42 inch frost depth. The footing inspection will

fail if suitable soils cannot be verified, and soils corrections and/or deck footings must be designed by a licensed professional engineer.

2. Non-concrete manufactured pin style footings – The permit holder is responsible for the design size, and the base area comparison must be equal to or greater than concrete footing diameter listed in the City of Blaine deck handout footing guide. These pin style footings are only permitted for decks and may not be permitted for porch footings; verify with the product manufacturer.

3. Helical piles (screw-pile) – These are permitted in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. These are long screw-like piles that can reach suitable soils without the need for soils corrections. Screw-piles must be installed by a certified contractor.

Frost Footings for Home and Garage Additions

The following applies to all areas in the City of Blaine that have corrected soil pads or other areas with black organic type soils at the depth of the footings. Soils corrections must be designed by a licensed professional engineer, or an engineer's soils report must be provided to verify minimum bearing capacity of 1,500 per square foot prior to issuance of the building permit.

Blaine Area Schools

Three different school districts provide public education to the City of Blaine. No matter the region or the system, students’ development of knowledge is top priority.

Anoka-Hennepin School District 11 enrolls approximately 38,000 students and is one of the state’s largest districts. Each year, the District promotes a strategic initiative to support and improve both teaching and learning. District 11 strives to be a public school system of excellence, with high quality staff, firstrate programs, and successful graduates.

Spring Lake Park District 16 specifies “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses.” District 16 personalizes learning for each student by creating a culture of innovation, creativity, and practical design thinking. One hundred percent of schools offer STEM makerspaces that engage students in real-world problem solving.

Centennial School District 12 comprises nine schools, serving about 6,400 students. Curriculum focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to help students succeed. Seventy-eight percent of the district’s teachers hold master’s degrees.

Anoka-Hennepin School District 11

Anoka-Hennepin Schools serves Anoka and southern Anoka county. In addition, it also serves Champlin and Coon Rapids and parts of Andover, Blaine, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Dayton, Nowthen, Fridley, Ham Lake, Oak Grove, and Ramsey.

The district enrolls approximately 38,000 students, grades K-12, in 26 elementary schools, six middle schools (grades 6-8), five traditional high schools, plus alternative middle and high school sites, in addition to an award-winning Community Education program. For additional information on Anoka-Hennepin Schools, call 763-506-1000 or go to ahschools.us

Community Education Serves All

The Anoka-Hennepin Community Education Program, the largest in Minnesota, demonstrates that learning is a lifelong experience. The department offers opportunities for all ages, infant through senior citizen. For information on Community Education Programs and Services, call 763-506-1260.

Anoka-Hennepin Schools Serving Blaine

Elementary Schools

Eisenhower Elementary 763-506-2300

151 Northdale Blvd., Coon Rapids

Jefferson Elementary 763-506-2900 11331 Jefferson St. NE, Blaine

Johnsville Elementary 763-506-3000 991 125th Ave. NE, Blaine

Madison Elementary 763-506-3300

650 Territorial Rd. NE, Blaine

McKinley Elementary ........................... 763-506-3400

1740 Constance Blvd. NE, Ham Lake

Sunrise Elementary ............................... 763-433-5000

12576 Lever St. NE, Blaine

University Avenue Aerospace, Children’s Engineering and Science 763-506-4500 9901 University Ave. NE, Blaine

Secondary Schools

Anoka-Hennepin

Technical High 763-576-7960 1355 W. Highway 10, Anoka Blaine High School - Center for Engineering, Mathematics and Science (CEMS) 763-506-6500 12555 University Ave. NE, Blaine

Northdale Middle 763-506-5400 11301 Dogwood St. NW, Coon Rapids

Roosevelt Middle 763-506-5800

650 125th Ave. NE, Blaine

Sandburg Regional High 763-506-7400

1902 Second Ave., Anoka

ISD 11 Special Programs

* Fall 2024, Pathways and Bridges transition programs will combine into one program – Two Rivers Transition Program at Franklin. We will be located at 215 W. Main St., Anoka.

Early Childhood Screening 763-506-1260

13001 Central Ave. NE, Blaine

1400 93rd Ave. N., Brooklyn Park

11400 Magnolia St. NW, Coon Rapids

Bridges Program*

763-506-7500

13735 Round Lake Blvd. NW, Ste. 110, Andover

Compass at Bell Center 763-506-3200

1374 Northdale Blvd., Coon Rapids

Compass at ESC

2727 N. Ferry St., Anoka

ECFE Family Place Sites Andover

13632 Crosstown Blvd. NW, Andover Anoka

763-506-1572

763-767-3520

763-506-1275

2727 N. Ferry St., Anoka Blaine 763-433-4750

13001 Central Ave. NE, Blaine Coon Rapids 763-433-4650

11254 Crooked Lake Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids Pathways* 763-506-7600

11238 Crooked Lake Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids

River Trail Learning Center at L.O. Jacobs .............................

1700 Coon Rapids Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids River Trail Learning Center at Verndale 763-433-4702 2829 Verndale Ave., Anoka

Riverview Early Childhood Center 763-506-6170 1400 93rd Ave. N., Brooklyn Park Sandburg Education Center 763-506-1290 1902 Second Ave., Anoka

School Readiness Preschool 763-506-1500 2727 N. Ferry St., Anoka, MN, 55303

Sorteberg Early Childhood Center 11400 Magnolia St. NW, Coon Rapids Early Childhood Center ....................763-433-4900 Early Intervention 763-433-4800

ISD 11 Educational Service Center

Central Offices: 2727 N. Ferry St., Anoka

Community Education Dept.

Parent Involvement 763-506-1278

Early Childhood Family Education ...................................................... 763-506-1275

School Readiness Preschool 763-506-1500

General Information............................... 763-506-1260

Special Education 763-506-1350

Staff Development Center .................. 763-506-1550

Spring Lake Park School District 16

Spring Lake Park Schools is a vibrant school community serving more than 6,200 students from Blaine, Fridley, Spring Lake Park, and surrounding areas. We are known for small class sizes, modern and flexible learning spaces, preparation for career and college, and a personalized approach to learning where each student is known by name, strength, interest, and need. We look forward to assisting you with more information or with the enrollment process. Call the District Services Center at 763-600-5000 or visit the enrollment section of SpringLakeParkSchools.org.

District Services Center

763-600-5000 1415 81st Ave. NE, Spring Lake Park

Elementary Schools

Centerview Elementary (preK-4)

763-600-5500 10365 Davenport St. NE, Blaine

Northpoint Elementary (preK-4)

763-600-5700 2350 124th Ct. NE, Blaine

Park Terrace Elementary (preK-4)

763-600-5600 8301 Terrace Rd. NE, Spring Lake Park

Woodcrest Spanish Immersion (preK-4)

763-600-5800 880 Osborne Rd. NE, Fridley

Middle School

Westwood Intermediate and Middle School (5-8)

763-600-5300 711 91st Ave. NE, Blaine

High Schools

Spring Lake Park High School (9-12)

763-600-5100 1100 81st Ave. NE, Spring Lake Park

Alternative Schools

Lighthouse School for Gifted and Insatiable Learners (ages 6-18)

763-600-5200 7925 Able St. NE, Spring Lake Park

SLP Online (9-12)

763-600-5000 1415 81st Ave. NE, Spring Lake Park

Other Sites

Preschool and Early Childhood

Community Education

763-600-5900

763-600-5050 1415 81st Ave. NE, Spring Lake Park

Centennial School District 12

Centennial School District 12 connects the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington, and Lino Lakes through nine exceptional schools that serve 6,500 students. Centennial’s track record of success includes a high school graduation rate of 95 percent, one of the highest in Minnesota.

The District’s vibrant learning environments reflect a commitment to preparation and achievement. Staff know and care deeply about students and pay attention to their unique strengths and needs. Respect, trust, and consistency create welcoming and inclusive places where children and youth can excel.

Questions about enrollment or Centennial Schools? See isd12.org, call 763-792-6026 or send an email to registration@isd12.org.

Life-long learning opportunities through Centennial’s Community Education programs and early learning opportunities, from birth through age five, are offered through early childhood programs, including full-time and part-time preschool options.

Discover Centennial today!

Paladin Career & Technical High School

Paladin is a tuition-free public charter school serving grades 9-12+. At Paladin, we champion personalized, interestdriven education through seminars, project-based learning, and experiential learning models. These approaches allow students to lead their own academic journey, selecting topics that align with their passions and engaging in meaningful, hands-on learning experiences. This fosters both academic growth and personal investment in their studies, enriching their overall educational experience.

Paladin Career & Technical High School

763-786-4799 10220 Goldenrod St. NW, Coon Rapids

More Area Education Options

Public/Charter/Alternative/Private/Parochial

Avail Academy - Blaine K-8 Campus

763-785-0135 8966 Pierce St. NE, Blaine

Davinci Academy of Arts and Science

763-754-6577 532 Bunker Lake Blvd. NE, Ham Lake

Northside Christian School

763-755-3993 804 131st Ave. N., Blaine

Northwest Passage High School

763-862-9223 11345 Robinson Dr., Coon Rapids

The Way of the Shepherd Catholic Montessori School

763-862-9110 13200 Central Ave. NE, Blaine

Colleges

Anoka Technical College

A Better High School Experience

Now Accepting New Student Enrollment Applications for the 2024-25 School Year!

At Paladin, we champion personalized, interest-driven education through seminars, project-based learning, and experiential learning models. These approaches allow students to lead their own academic journey, selecting topics that align with their passions and engaging in meaningful, handson learning experiences. This fosters both academic growth and personal investment in their studies, enriching their overall educational experience.

Learn why 99% of families recommend Paladin.

Contact Paladin today to enroll your student or schedule a tour. Call 763-786-4799, email info@pcths.org, or visit our website at pcths.org

763-576-4700 1355 W. Hwy. 10, Anoka

Anoka-Ramsey Community College

763-433-1100 11200 Mississippi Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids

10220 Goldenrod St. NW, Coon Rapids

WhySHOP LOCAL?

Supporting our community is critical.

There are many economic benefits from buying from retailers in your community. Instead of shopping online, we encourage shoppers to consider the many additional benefits of their shopping dollar when they use it at brick and mortar retailers. Revenue goes back to the community through commercial property tax, payroll tax, state tax, and salaries. Shoppers can save the cost of shipping and handling while also touching and trying on merchandise when they step inside a store.

Other benefits include maintaining the diversity of the businesses in the community and supporting businesses that contribute to causes/nonprofits and provide jobs at good wages. Making sure that businesses in your community continue to thrive is a way to ensure innovation and low prices over the long term through competition.

Shopping locally is one of the best ways to build a stronger, more prosperous community. So, remember to shop at the brick and mortar stores that you want to see remain in your community this year!

Other Ways You Can Support Your Local Businesses

• Buy gift cards or merchandise

• Order take-out

• Tip generously

• Share their posts on social media

• Write a positive review

• Buy books online from independent booksellers – take a break from Amazon

• Use word of mouth to spread the love

• Drop the owner a line – check in personally

Business Category Listings

To list your business, please call 763-551-3705.

ADULT INDEPENDENT LIVING

Epiphany Pines

Independent Living .................. 763-755-9299 1800 111th Ave NW (See Ad p. 39) Coon Rapids, MN 55433 www.epiphanyseniorhousing.org

ADVERTISING

Prime Advertising + Design 763-551-3700 6450 Wedgwood Rd N, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 56) Maple Grove, MN 55311 www.primeadvertising.com AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING

Grey Duct Heating & Air 763-272-4822 Blaine, MN 55449 (See Ad p. 33) greyductmn.com

APARTMENTS - SENIOR LIVING

Crest View Senior Community at Blaine .............. 763-762-8430 12016 Ulysses Street NE (See Ad p. 28) Blaine, MN 55434 www.CrestViewCares.org Family of Companies e Mary T. Inc. 763-754-2505 11800 Xeon Blvd NW (See Ad p. 11) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.marytinc.com

Wizards, Inc. 763-784-3833 1071 Hwy 10 NE, Ste 150 Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 earthwizards.co ASSISTED LIVING/SENIOR ADULTS

Crest View Senior Community at Blaine 763-762-8430 12016 Ulysses Street NE (See Ad p. 28) Blaine, MN 55434 www.CrestViewCares.org

Epiphany Assisted Living & Memory Care .......................

763-755-0320

10955 Hanson Blvd (See Ad p. 39) Coon Rapids, MN 55433 www.epiphanyseniorhousing.org

Family of Companies

e Mary T. Inc.

763-754-2505

11800 Xeon Blvd NW (See Ad p. 11) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.marytinc.com

ATTORNEYS

Gries • Lenhardt • Allen ..........

763-497-3099

12725 43rd St NE, Ste 201 (See Ad p. 23) St. Michael, MN 55376 www.glalawfirm.com

Gries • Lenhardt • Allen

763-497-3099

9298 Central Ave NE, Ste 418 (See Ad p. 23) Blaine, MN 55434 www.glalawfirm.com

AUTO/HOME/LIFE INSURANCE

® State Farm InsuranceTom Holland Agency

763-755-8680 11933 Central Ave NE (See Back Cover) Blaine, MN 55434-3911 www.hollandagency.net

AUTOMOTIVE - COLLISION REPAIR

LaMettry’s Collision Repair

763-233-6102 2101 108th Lane NE (See Ad p. 1) Blaine, MN 55449 www.lamettrys.com

AUTOMOTIVE DETAILING

CAR WASH

Bobby’s Car Wash

763-328-0551 13741 Johnson St NE (See Ad p. 21) Ham Lake, MN 55304 www.bobbyscarwash.com

Perfect “10” Car Wash and Detail Center

651-227-9274 999 Hwy 10 (See Ad p. 35) Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 www.perfect10carwash.com

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR/SERVICE

LaMettry’s Collision Repair

763-233-6102

2101 108th Lane NE (See Ad p. 1) Blaine, MN 55449 www.lamettrys.com

T T Transmissions

10005 Flanders Ct NE Blaine, MN 55449-5927

763-795-0402

BANKING/FINANCIAL SERVICES

Magnifi Financial (Formerly Financial One Credit Union)

763-404-7600

10210 Baltimore St NE (See Ad p. 3) Blaine, MN 55449 mymagnifi.org/contact/branch-blaine.html

Old National Bank

763-347-8000

10710 Town Square Dr NE (See Ad p. 19) Blaine, MN 55449 www.oldnational.com

Premier Banks - Blaine ............

763-780-0385 2345 124th Ct NE Blaine, MN 55449 www.premierbanks.com/Locations/blaine

Village Bank

763-780-2100

9298 Central Ave NE (See Ad p. 25) Blaine, MN 55434-3425 www.villagebankonline.bank

Village Bank

763-753-3007

3350 Bridge St NW (See Ad p. 25) St. Francis, MN 55070 www.villagebankonline.bank

Northeast BankCoon Rapids 763-784-3533

200 Coon Rapids Blvd NW, Ste 100 Coon Rapids, MN 55433 (See Ad p. 7) www.NEBANKMN.COM

BARBER SHOPS

Zac’s Barber Shop ....................

763-754-2828 10551 University Ave NE Blaine, MN 55434-8029 www.zacsbarbershop.com

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Big Dipper Creamery - Blaine 763-276-9972

1250 126th Ave NE, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 3) Blaine, MN 55434 www.bigdippercreamery.com

BLINDS & SHUTTERS

Budget Blinds

Blaine & Andover 763-434-5663 1660 121st Ave NW (See Ad p. 11)

Coon Rapids, MN 55448 budgetblinds.com/blaine

BOARDING SERVICES

Blaine Kennels Boarding, Training & Daycare 763-786-3616 10193 Flanders St NE (See Ad p. 19) Blaine, MN 55449-5716 www.blainekennels.com

BUILDERS/CONTRACTORS

Dercon Construction Services, Inc

612-276-6006 727 170th Ln NW (See Ad p. 28) Andover, MN 55304 www.dercon.com

BUILDING/PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

10K Realty & Property

Management - Blaine 763-600-SOLD 9140 Baltimore St NE, Unit 140 (See Ad p. 33) Blaine, MN 55449 10krealtypm.com

BUSINESS SERVICES/PLANNING

MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce

763-783-3553

9380 Central Ave NE, Ste 320 (See Ad p. 47)

Blaine, MN 55434 www.metronorthchamber.org

CAR WASHES

CAR WASH

Bobby’s Car Wash ....................

763-328-0551

13741 Johnson St NE (See Ad p. 21) Ham Lake, MN 55304 www.bobbyscarwash.com

Perfect “10” Car Wash and Detail Center.....................

651-227-9274

999 Hwy 10 (See Ad p. 35) Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 www.perfect10carwash.com

CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE

MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce ...........................

763-783-3553

9380 Central Ave NE, Ste 320 (See Ad p. 47) Blaine, MN 55434 www.metronorthchamber.org

CHILD CARE/PRESCHOOL

Anoka County Community Action Program

763-783-4314

1201 89th Ave NE, Ste 345 (See Ad p. 44) Blaine, MN 55434 www.accap.org

CHURCHES/PLACES OF WORSHIP

Chain of Lakes Church

763-465-8585

2650 125th Ave NE (See Ad p. 46) Blaine, MN 55449 www.colpres.org

St. John the Baptist Catholic School & Church ......................

651-633-1522 845 2nd Ave NW (See Ad p. 46) New Brighton, MN 55112 www.stjohnnyb.org

CITY HALL

City of Blaine

763-784-6700 10801 Town Square Dr NE Blaine, MN 55449 www.blaineMN.gov

CIVIC/SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

Mediation and Restorative Services (MARS)

1201 89th Ave NE, Ste 3700 Blaine, MN 55434 info@mediationservice.org www.mediationservice.org

COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

CURLING CENTER/LEAGUES

763-422-8878

Anoka County Community Action Program 763-783-4314 1201 89th Ave NE, Ste 345 (See Ad p. 44) Blaine, MN 55434 www.accap.org

Maria’s Voice (See Ad p. 46) www.mariasvoice.org

CREDIT UNIONS

Anoka Hennepin Credit Union 763-422-0290

3505 Northdale Blvd NW (See Ad p. 25) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.ahcu.coop

CREMATION SERVICES

Kozlak - Radulovich Funeral Chapels .......................

763-783-1100 1385 107th Ave NE (See Ad p. 39) Blaine, MN 55434 www.kozlakradulovich.com

Kozlak - Radulovich Funeral Chapels

763-416-0016 13745 Reimer Dr (See Ad p. 39) Maple Grove, MN 55311 www.kozlakradulovich.com

Washburn-McReavy Funeral & Cremation ServicesPrearrangement Center 763-231-0506 10450 Baltimore St NE (See Ad p. 33) Blaine, MN 55449 www.washburn-mcreavy.com

Four Seasons Curling Club .....

763-780-3328

9250 Lincoln St NE (See Ad p. 17) Blaine, MN 55434 www.fourseasonscurlingclub.com

DANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Arabesque School of Dance

763-780-6075 10130 Davenport St NE, Ste 170 Blaine, MN 55449 www.arabesquedanceschool.com

Northern Force

Dance Company

763-862-9966

12303 Aberdeen St NE (See Ad p. 31) Blaine, MN 55449 www.northernforcedancecompany.com

QC Dance

763-754-4094 9967 Ulysses St N (See Ad p. 44) Blaine, MN 55434 www.qcdance.com

DANCE SUPPLIES

Northern Force Dance Company 763-862-9966 12303 Aberdeen St NE (See Ad p. 31) Blaine, MN 55449 www.northernforcedancecompany.com

DENTISTRY

Imagine Smiles ........................

763-269-8650 10705 Town Square Dr NE (See Ad p. 15) Blaine, MN 55449 www.imagine-smiles.com

Twin Oaks Dental .....................

763-757-8253 11949 Central Ave NE (See Ad p. 31) Blaine, MN 55434 www.twinoaksdental.com

DISABILITY SERVICES

Family of Companies e Mary T. Inc. ...............................

763-754-2505 11800 Xeon Blvd NW (See Ad p. 11) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.marytinc.com

EDUCATION

Anoka-Hennepin Schools ....... 763-506-1000 2727 N. Ferry St Anoka, MN 55303 www.ahschools.us

Centennial School District #12..............................

763-792-6000 4707 North Rd (See Ad p. 45) Circle Pines, MN 55014 www.isd12.org

Paladin Career & Technical High School

763-786-4799 10220 Goldenrod St NW (See Ad p. 45) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.pcths.org

Spring Lake Park Schools

763-600-5000 1415 81st Ave NE (See Ad p. 43) Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 www.springlakeparkschools.org

St. John the Baptist Catholic School & Church ......................

651-633-1522 845 2nd Ave NW (See Ad p. 46) New Brighton, MN 55112 www.stjohnnyb.org

ENTERTAINMENT

The Ball Park Twin Cities

763-951-0104

10650 Baltimore St NE (See Ad p. 16) Blaine, MN 55449 theballparkusa.com

FINANCIAL

SERVICES/INVESTMENTS

Confetti Wealth 952-857-1487

2407 109th Ave NE, Ste 210

Blaine, MN 55449 www.confettiwealth.com

FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Spring Lake Park - Blaine - Mounds

View Fire Department 763-786-4436 1710 Cty Hwy 10 Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 www.sbmfire.org

FITNESS/TRAINING

Burn Boot Camp 763-333-5765 10950 Club W Pkwy NE, Ste 200 (See Ad p. 23) Blaine, MN 55449 www.burnbootcamp.com/blaine-mn

FUNERAL SERVICES

Kozlak - Radulovich Funeral Chapels 763-783-1100 1385 107th Ave NE (See Ad p. 39)

Blaine, MN 55434 www.kozlakradulovich.com

Kozlak - Radulovich

Funeral Chapels 763-416-0016 13745 Reimer Dr (See Ad p. 39) Maple Grove, MN 55311 www.kozlakradulovich.com

GLASS & MIRROR

J & A Glass, Inc.

763-633-9694 14188 Northdale Blvd (See Ad p. 47) Rogers, MN 55374 www.jaglassinc.com

North Metro Glass 763-434-3760 1321 Andover Blvd NE, Ste 104 (See Ad p. 17) Ham Lake, MN 55304 www.northmetroautoglass.com

GLASS REPAIR & SERVICE & MIRROR

J & A Glass, Inc.

763-633-9694 14188 Northdale Blvd (See Ad p. 47) Rogers, MN 55374 www.jaglassinc.com

North Metro Glass 763-434-3760 1321 Andover Blvd NE, Ste 104 (See Ad p. 17) Ham Lake, MN 55304 www.northmetroautoglass.com

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Prime Advertising + Design

763-551-3700 6450 Wedgwood Rd N, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 56) Maple Grove, MN 55311 www.primeadvertising.com

GUTTERS

Crooners Supper Club

763-571-9020 6161 Hwy 65 (See Ad p. 5) Fridley, MN 55432 www.croonersloungemn.com

EYE CARE/OPTOMETRISTS

Blaine Family Eye Care .............

763-717-0072 10995 Club West Pkwy NE, Ste 100 (See Back Blaine, MN 55449 Cover) www.blainefamilyeyecare.com

Washburn-McReavy Funeral & Cremation ServicesPrearrangement Center 763-231-0506 10450 Baltimore St NE (See Ad p. 33) Blaine, MN 55449 www.washburn-mcreavy.com

FURNITURE

JTB Home Furniture + Decor 833-234-4100 15 Division St E (See Ad p. 27) Buffalo, MN 55313 www.jtbhomefurnituredecor.com

Superior Builders, Inc. 612-615-0065 6230 McKinley St NW, Ste B1 (See Ad p. 21) Ramsey, MN 55303 www.superiorbuildersinc.com

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Ace Handyman Service

763-220-1884 9680 Foley Blvd Coon Rapids, MN 55433 www.acehandymanservice.com

HARDWARE

Ace Hardware ...........................

763-755-1762

9680 Foley Blvd Coon Rapids, MN 55433 acehardware.com/store-details/17843

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Burn Boot Camp

763-333-5765

10950 Club W Pkwy NE, Ste 200 (See Ad p. 23) Blaine, MN 55449 www.burnbootcamp.com/blaine-mn

HEALTH INSURANCE

®

State Farm Insurance -

Tom Holland Agency

763-755-8680

11933 Central Ave NE (See Back Cover) Blaine, MN 55434-3911 www.hollandagency.net

HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING

Grey Duct Heating & Air ..........

763-272-4822 Blaine, MN 55449 (See Ad p. 33) greyductmn.com

HOME HEALTH CARE

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Family of Companies

Mary T. Inc.

763-754-2505

11800 Xeon Blvd NW (See Ad p. 11) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.marytinc.com

HOSPICE

Family of Companies

e Mary T. Inc.

763-754-2505

11800 Xeon Blvd NW (See Ad p. 11) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.marytinc.com

ICE CREAM/SWEETS & TREATS

Big Dipper Creamery - Blaine ... 763-276-9972 1250 126th Ave NE, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 3) Blaine, MN 55434 www.bigdippercreamery.com

INSURANCE

®

State Farm InsuranceTom Holland Agency 763-755-8680

11933 Central Ave NE (See Back Cover) Blaine, MN 55434-3911 www.hollandagency.net

LANDSCAPING

Hill Street Outdoor Services 763-742-9732

Serving the Blaine Area (See Ad p. 33) www.hsosmn.com

Rivard Companies Inc.

763-753-7374

19801 Hwy 65 NE (See Ad p. 5) East Bethel, MN 55011 www.rivardcompanies.com

LAWYERS

Gries • Lenhardt • Allen

763-497-3099

12725 43rd St NE, Ste 201 (See Ad p. 23) St. Michael, MN 55376 www.glalawfirm.com

Gries • Lenhardt • Allen 763-497-3099

9298 Central Ave NE, Ste 418 (See Ad p. 23) Blaine, MN 55434 www.glalawfirm.com

MARKETING CONSULTANTS

Prime Advertising + Design

763-551-3700

6450 Wedgwood Rd N, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 56) Maple Grove, MN 55311 www.primeadvertising.com

MEMORY CARE/ASSISTED LIVING

Camilia Rose Assisted Living & Memory Care 763-486-2978 11800 Xeon Blvd NW (See Ad p. 11) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.marytinc.com

Crest View Senior Community at Blaine 763-762-8430 12016 Ulysses Street NE (See Ad p. 28) Blaine, MN 55434 www.CrestViewCares.org

Epiphany Assisted Living & Memory Care 763-755-0320

10955 Hanson Blvd (See Ad p. 39) Coon Rapids, MN 55433 www.epiphanyseniorhousing.org

763-754-2505 11800 Xeon Blvd NW (See Ad p. 11) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.marytinc.com

MORTGAGE

Anoka Hennepin Credit Union

763-422-0290 3505 Northdale Blvd NW (See Ad p. 25) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.ahcu.coop

Magnifi Financial (Formerly Financial One Credit Union)

763-404-7600 10210 Baltimore St NE (See Ad p. 3) Blaine, MN 55449 mymagnifi.org/contact/branch-blaine.html

Old National Bank

763-347-8000 10710 Town Square Dr NE (See Ad p. 19) Blaine, MN 55449 www.oldnational.com

Premier Banks - Blaine

763-780-0385 2345 124th Ct NE Blaine, MN 55449 www.premierbanks.com/Locations/blaine

Village Bank

763-780-2100 9298 Central Ave NE (See Ad p. 25) Blaine, MN 55434-3425 www.villagebankonline.bank

Village Bank

763-753-3007 3350 Bridge St NW (See Ad p. 25) St. Francis, MN 55070 www.villagebankonline.bank

Northeast BankCoon Rapids

763-784-3533 200 Coon Rapids Blvd NW, Ste 100 Coon Rapids, MN 55433 (See Ad p. 7) www.NEBANKMN.COM

NON-PROFIT

Anoka County Community Action Program ....................... 763-783-4314 1201 89th Ave NE, Ste 345 (See Ad p. 44) Blaine, MN 55434 www.accap.org

OUTPATIENT THERAPY

Family of Companies

e Mary T. Outpatient Therapy and Wellness Center

763-489-3638

11800 Xeon Blvd NW, Door 3 (See Ad p. 11) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.marytinc.com

PAIN RELIEF

Nura Precision Pain Management

763-537-6000 2104 Northdale Blvd NW, Ste 220 (See Ad p. 31) Coon Rapids, MN 55433 www.nuraclinics.com

PAINT SUPPLIES

Ace Hardware ...........................

763-755-1762 9680 Foley Blvd Coon Rapids, MN 55433 acehardware.com/store-details/17843

PAINTING

Murphy Bros.

Design - Build - Remodel

763-780-3262 1613 93rd Ln NE (See Front Inside Cover) Blaine, MN 55449 www.mbros.com

PET SERVICES

Blaine Kennels Boarding, Training & Daycare

763-786-3616 10193 Flanders St NE (See Ad p. 19) Blaine, MN 55449-5716 www.blainekennels.com

PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES

POLICE DEPARTMENTS

Blaine Police Department 763-785-6168

10801 Towne Square Dr NE Blaine, MN 55449 www.BlaineSafetyServices.com

POST OFFICE

Blaine Post Office 800-275-8777 10611 Baltimore St NE, Ste 100 Blaine, MN 55449-9998 www.usps.com

PRINTING SERVICES

REHABILITATION SERVICES/THERAPY

Crest View Senior

Community at Blaine .............. 763-762-8430 12016 Ulysses Street NE (See Ad p. 28) Blaine, MN 55434 www.CrestViewCares.org

REMODELING/HOME IMPROVEMENT

Ace Handyman Service

763-220-1884 9680 Foley Blvd Coon Rapids, MN 55433 www.acehandymanservice.com

Prime Advertising + Design

763-551-3700 6450 Wedgwood Rd N, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 56) Maple Grove, MN 55311 www.primeadvertising.com

PLUMBING/HEATING

Tim’s Quality Plumbing

763-424-3258 225 Cty Rd 81/Service Road (See Back Osseo, MN 55369 Inside Cover) TimsQualityPlumbing.com

Prime Advertising + Design 763-551-3700

6450 Wedgwood Rd N, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 56)

Maple Grove, MN 55311

www.primeadvertising.com

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS

Prime Advertising + Design 763-551-3700

6450 Wedgwood Rd N, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 56)

Maple Grove, MN 55311

www.primeadvertising.com

REAL ESTATE/REALTORS

10K Realty & Property

Management - Blaine 763-600-SOLD 9140 Baltimore St NE, Unit 140 (See Ad p. 33) Blaine, MN 55449 10krealtypm.com

Edina Realty, Inc. -

Amy Peterson, CRS, GRI 763-242-6741

Download my free home search app at www.RealtorAmy.com

Keller Williams Classic RealtyJuneau & Landwehr 763-242-5082 12301 Central Ave NE (See Ad p. 13) Blaine, MN 55449

RECREATION/ENTERTAINMENT

National Sports Center 763-785-5600 1750 105th Ave NE (See Ad p. 9) Blaine, MN 55449-4500 www.nscsports.org

Dercon Construction Services, Inc

612-276-6006

727 170th Ln NW (See Ad p. 28) Andover, MN 55304 www.dercon.com & MIRROR

J & A Glass, Inc. 763-633-9694 14188 Northdale Blvd (See Ad p. 47) Rogers, MN 55374 www.jaglassinc.com

Murphy Bros. Design - Build - Remodel

763-780-3262 1613 93rd Ln NE (See Front Inside Cover) Blaine, MN 55449 www.mbros.com

RENTAL PROPERTIES

Family of Companies e Mary T. Inc.

763-754-2505 11800 Xeon Blvd NW (See Ad p. 11) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.marytinc.com

RESPITE CARE

Crest View Senior Community at Blaine 763-762-8430 12016 Ulysses Street NE (See Ad p. 28) Blaine, MN 55434 www.CrestViewCares.org

RESTAURANTS

The Ball Park Twin Cities 763-951-0104 10650 Baltimore St NE (See Ad p. 16) Blaine, MN 55449 theballparkusa.com

Crooners Supper Club

763-571-9020 6161 Hwy 65 (See Ad p. 5) Fridley, MN 55432 www.croonersloungemn.com

RETAIL - OCCASIONAL

JTB Home Furniture + Decor

833-234-4100

15 Division St E (See Ad p. 27) Buffalo, MN 55313 www.jtbhomefurnituredecor.com

ROOFING & SIDING

Superior Builders, Inc.

612-615-0065 6230 McKinley St NW, Ste B1 (See Ad p. 21) Ramsey, MN 55303 www.superiorbuildersinc.com

SCHOOLS/CHARTER

Paladin Career & Technical High School

763-786-4799

10220 Goldenrod St NW (See Ad p. 45) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.pcths.org

SCHOOLS/EDUCATION

Anoka-Hennepin Schools

763-506-1000 2727 N. Ferry St Anoka, MN 55303 www.ahschools.us

Centennial School District #12

763-792-6000 4707 North Rd (See Ad p. 45) Circle Pines, MN 55014 www.isd12.org

Spring Lake Park Schools

763-600-5000 1415 81st Ave NE (See Ad p. 43) Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 www.springlakeparkschools.org

SENIOR & ASSISTED LIVING

Crest View Senior Community at Blaine 763-762-8430 12016 Ulysses Street NE (See Ad p. 28) Blaine, MN 55434 www.CrestViewCares.org

Epiphany Pines

Independent Living 763-755-9299

1800 111th Ave NW (See Ad p. 39)

Coon Rapids, MN 55433 www.epiphanyseniorhousing.org

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Family of Companies

Mary T. Inc.

763-754-2505

11800 Xeon Blvd NW (See Ad p. 11) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 www.marytinc.com

SHOWER DOORS/MIRRORS/ GLASS SHELVES

& MIRROR

J & A Glass, Inc.

763-633-9694 14188 Northdale Blvd (See Ad p. 47) Rogers, MN 55374 www.jaglassinc.com

SIGNS/BANNERS

QC Dance 763-754-4094

9967 Ulysses St N (See Ad p. 44) Blaine, MN 55434 www.qcdance.com

STORAGE

Metro Self Storage 763-200-5400

9992 Baltimore St NE (See Back Inside Cover) Blaine, MN 55434 www.metrostorage.com

TREES & SHRUBS - TRIMMING/ REMOVAL SERVICES

Rivard Companies Inc. 763-753-7374 19801 Hwy 65 NE (See Ad p. 5) East Bethel, MN 55011 www.rivardcompanies.com

VEHICLE GRAPHICS

Prime Advertising + Design 763-551-3700 6450 Wedgwood Rd N, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 56) Maple Grove, MN 55311 www.primeadvertising.com

SNOW REMOVAL

Hill Street Outdoor Services 763-742-9732 Serving the Blaine Area (See Ad p. 33) www.hsosmn.com

SPINAL & JOINT INJECTIONS

Nura Precision

Pain Management

763-537-6000 2104 Northdale Blvd NW, Ste 220 (See Ad p. 31) Coon Rapids, MN 55433 www.nuraclinics.com

SPORTS/RECREATION

Four Seasons Curling Club

763-780-3328

9250 Lincoln St NE (See Ad p. 17) Blaine, MN 55434 www.fourseasonscurlingclub.com

National Sports Center 763-785-5600 1750 105th Ave NE (See Ad p. 9) Blaine, MN 55449-4500 www.nscsports.org

Prime Advertising + Design .....

763-551-3700 6450 Wedgwood Rd N, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 56) Maple Grove, MN 55311 www.primeadvertising.com

VIDEO PRODUCTION

Prime Advertising + Design 763-551-3700 6450 Wedgwood Rd N, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 56) Maple Grove, MN 55311 www.primeadvertising.com

WATER CONDITIONING

Tim’s Quality Plumbing

763-424-3258 225 Cty Rd 81/Service Road (See Back Osseo, MN 55369 Inside Cover) TimsQualityPlumbing.com

Commers The Water Company . 763-252-7701

9150 W 35W Service Dr NE (See Ad p. 27) Blaine, MN 55449-6745 www.commers.com

WATER TREATMENT

Commers The Water Company . 763-252-7701 9150 W 35W Service Dr NE (See Ad p. 27) Blaine, MN 55449-6745 www.commers.com

WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT

Prime Advertising + Design 763-551-3700 6450 Wedgwood Rd N, Ste 100 (See Ad p. 56) Maple Grove, MN 55311 www.primeadvertising.com

WINDOW TREATMENTS

Budget Blinds

Blaine & Andover .....................

763-434-5663 1660 121st Ave NW (See Ad p. 11) Coon Rapids, MN 55448 budgetblinds.com/blaine

WINDOWS/ROOFING/ SIDING/GUTTERS

Superior Builders, Inc. ............. 612-615-0065 6230 McKinley St NW, Ste B1 (See Ad p. 21) Ramsey, MN 55303 www.superiorbuildersinc.com

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

Chain of Lakes Church 763-465-8585 2650 125th Ave NE (See Ad p. 46) Blaine, MN 55449 www.colpres.org

National Sports Center 763-785-5600 1750 105th Ave NE (See Ad p. 9) Blaine, MN 55449-4500 www.nscsports.org

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