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Mayor Member contact information ?City Departments: - Administration: Coordinates election process including absentee voting, administers gambling permits, dog licenses, and liquor and beer licenses - Community Development and Planning: Responsible for planning and zoning, economic development, housing, maps, sign permits, and redevelopment - Finance: Manages the water and sewer service billing services - Public Works: Responsible for building permits, building inspections, sewage treatment systems, Lebanon Cemetery, maintenance of streets including boulevard trees, sidewalks, roadway maintenance, snow plowing removal, street signs, and street sweeping. Intake phone number (952)953-2400. Hours are open 8 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday. Dakota Communications Center (952)953-2323 after hours for sewer and water emergencies.

??T?he FAIM program provides working low-income Minnesotans to increase their savings, build assets, and enter the financial mainstream. The program is a matched savings project to help participants purchase a first home, pursue higher education, launch a small business, or purchase a vehicle. Participants in the program deposit up to $84 monthly from their earned income into a Family Asset Account (custodial savings account). Participants have up to 24 months to save their earnings and may be matched by the program rate of 3:1 upon successful completion of their contract. All participants are also required to complete a 12-hour Financial Literacy course and 10 hours of asset-specific training.

- Computer Classes: Business Resources, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Word 2010, Your Library Online, and more - Copier and scanner - Home library service - iLab with makerspace technologies - Interlibrary loans - Online research tools - Print and non-print materials including regular and large print books, books on CD, paperbacks, music CDs, video games, audio tapes, DVDs, described videos, newspapers, pamphlets, and magazines - Public meeting rooms - Reference and information services including Internet and web access - Sponsors and hosts book clubs - Streaming and downloadable media (audiobooks, eBooks, movies, music, and television programs) - Storytimes and summer reading program for youth

A program allowing lower-income home-buyers to purchase Land Trust homes for a significantly reduced price. When homeowners move, they agree to pass on the benefits they received by selling their home below market price to another income-qualified buyer. The purpose of a Community Land Trust is to provide access to land and housing to people who might otherwise be denied access; to increase long-term community control of neighborhood resources; to empower residents through involvement and participation in the organization; and to preserve the affordability of housing permanently.

NOTE: Not accepting applications at this time. Check website for updated information. Provides loans, loan guarantees, and grants that enable rural property owners to develop and rehabilitate properties for low-income, elderly, individuals living with a disability, families, and domestic laborers. Works directly with farm labor housing loan properties to subsidize rents for low-income tenants who cannot afford to pay their full rent. Additional services include: - Subsidized loans for construction or rehabilitation of rental housing complexes in rural communities to serve very-low and low-income households - Directory of Rural Development-financed complexes with location and contact information for prospective residents - Rent subsidy vouchers to protect eligible tenants who may face hardship if they cannot find affordable housing (available at most complexes) - Uses a variety of tools to revitalize and preserve the physical and financial health of properties currently in the USDA's rural rental portfolio

- Medical Assistance Bus Tickets - Notary Publics - Child Support Payments - Social Welfare Fund - Collections - Parental Fees - Detox Fees - EBT questions and card replacements - Waivered Service Payments - Adult Foster Care Payments - Child Foster Care Payments - Social Service Payments - Child Care Payments

Provides job and small business resources at most branches, including free classes on resume writing, job searching, networking, and interviewing. - Mobile workPLACE: Offers computer access and job skills training in multiple languages throughout the community. In addition, the Rondo Community Outreach Library hosts a Small Business Resource Center with materials and assistance for starting or growing a business.

Provides secure document destruction services, certified by the National Association for Information Destruction (AAA certified)

Assisting low-income working adults to save money for either post-secondary education, home purchase, vehicle purchase, or starting/expanding a small business. - All money saved is matched at a 3:1 ratio - Participants place $84.00 per month into a FAIM savings account for two years - Participants save up to $2,000 over the two years and receive $8,000 - Participants learn to change spending and savings behavior, including consumer debt reduction - Participants are required to complete a minimum of 12 hours of financial management classes and an additional 10 hours of asset-specific classes

Access to the following: Current newspaper and magazine articles, custom book and media recommendations; internet access; library-led book clubs; recommendations for purchase; research help; and basic technology help Reserve materials online for pickup in the library or bookmobile. Up to 30 holds per library card. Loans of the following: Books, DVD movies, CD music, book group in a bag kit, eBooks and eAudiobooks, eMagazines, video games, board games, materials from other libraries, and seeds (seasonal) Provided programs including: - Kids and Teens Program: Provides tours, storytimes, or other class visits for children, book lists for each grade level and favorite genre, and homework help Rochester Reading Champions: Matches volunteers with underserved youth and adults who struggle to read and write Use of the following: Computers, copy, printing, scan, and fax machines; mobile printing and online resources Rooms available for use by community organizations, businesses, and individuals. Rooms include 2nd floor meeting room, sound booth and 2-person study rooms. View of the following: - Events; library calendar; news; online resources by subject, age, or see an alphabetical list; and digital history archive for photos, yearbooks, records, and more

- Adult services, including consumer information - Children's services and programs, including story hour - Computer classes - Homebound service delivers audiobooks, books, magazines, movies, and other library materials to individuals who cannot get out of their homes - Information and entertainment through book loan, eBooks, newspapers, audiobooks, eMagazines, magazines, and videos - Interlibrary loan is used to request titles not owned by Anoka County Library - Library hold lockers for use outside of non-business hours at Johnsville, Mississippi, Northtown, and Saint Francis branches. - Microfilm readers and copy machines - Meeting space at Centennial, Crooked Lake, Johnsville, Mississippi, Northtown and Rum River branches - Public Internet access computers at each library available on a first come first serve basis. - Printers and copy machines available at each library - Reference center with access to government documents at Northtown - Wireless internet access is available at all libraries

Mayor and City Council Members: - Member contact information City Departments: - Administration: Staff prepare council packets; coordinate local election functions, issue dog licenses, fireworks permits, charitable gambling permits, beer/liquor licenses, and tobacco licenses, oversee communication, Human Resources, IT, and building maintenance functions - Building Safety Department: Handles issues on building permits and conducts inspections for compliance with City, State, and National building codes. - Engineering Department: Responsible for designing and managing street and utility reconstruction projects, review of new development street and utility construction, erosion control inspections, issuing permits of construction within the street right of way and easements, infrastructure, and record keeping. - Finance: Processes water and sewer bill utility payments - Hastings Economic Development and Redevelopment Authority (HEDRA): Offers assistance programs for rehabilitation, redevelopment, and industrial development - Planning and Zoning: Responsible for site plan review, subdivisions and platting, zoning, variances, sign permits, heritage preservation, economic development, and redevelopment activities - Public Works Center: Maintenance Department is responsible for operating and maintaining the City's infrastructure, including streets, snow plowing, street cleaning, storm sewer, pond basins, decorative street lighting, street signage and pavement markings, water system, wastewater system, and the City's hydroelectric facility.

- Administers federal Older Americans Act funding, awarding grants to community service providers who serve older adults and caregivers - Consults on a wide range of topics from demographic changes and needs of older people to programs and services for a variety of organizations, individuals, and businesses - Leverages resources and grant or contract funds for local providers - Provides demographic and service-need analysis to inform policymakers, the public, and the media - Works with local partners to plan and develop home and community-based services for older people so they can stay in their homes and communities

Helps people develop skills and knowledge to improve their lives and communities. Offers a variety of programs for learners of all ages. Class offerings include adult basic education, business courses, GED prep courses, gymnastics, sports and recreational activities, writing classes, and more.

- Gives grants and loans to help bring homes and facilities up to licensing standards - Some emergency money if at risk of closing due to compliance issues

Provides job and small business resources at most branches, including free classes on resume writing, job searching, networking, and interviewing. - Mobile workPLACE: Offers computer access and job skills training in multiple languages throughout the community. In addition, the Rondo Community Outreach Library hosts a Small Business Resource Center with materials and assistance for starting or growing a business.

Mayor and City Council Members: ?Member Contact Information City Administration/City Office Personnel: - City manager - City Clerk - Finance Director - Building Official - Community Development Director - Utility Billing Clerk - Finance Clerk - City provides building permits, garbage collection, sewer and water services, and zoning permits. - Economic Development Authority(EDA) provides technical and financial services to assist in business start-up, expansion, and acquisition projects. The EDA will customize the assistance based upon the specifics of the project. - Fire Department is operated by volunteers and a fire chief. - Public works include maintenance of streets, street lights, parks, sidewalks, cemetery and the outdoor swimming pool, and removal of snow and ice from city streets.

- Accepts donations designated to specific community groups and foundations - Accepts grant applications - Allows the set-up of scholarship funds and accepts applications for financial assistance - Compiling lists of trusted disaster relief organizations for donation purposes - Managed a funding information network to provide funding resource information to applicants

- Computer Classes: Business Resources, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Word 2010, Your Library Online, and more - Copier and scanner - Home library service - iLab with makerspace technologies - Interlibrary loans - Online research tools - Print and non-print materials including regular and large print books, books on CD, paperbacks, music CDs, video games, audio tapes, DVDs, described videos, newspapers, pamphlets, and magazines - Public meeting rooms - Reference and information services including Internet and web access - Sponsors and hosts book clubs - Streaming and downloadable media (audiobooks, eBooks, movies, music, and television programs) - Storytimes and summer reading program for youth

Offers information and assistance to new businesses interested in locating to Kandiyohi County by providing essential information ranging from loan programs to networking opportunities, and helps existing businesses in the county grow and expand. Business Retention & Expansion/Recruitment: supports business growth in Kandiyohi County.

Matched savings program; participants save $40/month for 2 years and receive a 3:1 match. Savings can be used to buy a house, start a business, or for education Participants must also complete a financial course, plus training in owning a home, succeeding in school, or starting a business.

This program provides rehabilitation financing to low and moderate income homeowners who are unable to qualify for other types of assistance.

Community education programs and classes: - Archery - Ballroom, Hawaiian, Tahitian and square dancing instruction - Basketball, softball, volleyball and football - Business consulting services - Computer classes - Cooking classes - CPR/First Aid - Day camps with drawing instruction, sculpture instruction, skateboarding, ice hockey, acting instruction and chess - Field trips - Fishing - Foreign language instruction - Golf - Gym games - Knitting instruction - Mature driver training - Painting classes - Parenting classes - Parenting skills development - Personal finance instruction - Photography instruction - Sewing instruction - Sign language instruction - Swimming lessons, aquatic exercise and lifeguard training - T'ai Chi Ch-uan, swimming, exercise classes/groups and aerobics - Woodworking instruction - Writing instruction - Youth Development/Youth Service: Programs involving high school youth in service learning opportunities in the community. Portion of funding is used to provide integration support to youth with disabilities into existing community education programs.

- Recruitment of new business and industry - Retention and expansion of existing business industry, housing, jobs - Planning and zoning coordination

Provides aspiring small business owners with the tools, resources, and guidance needed to succeed. Services include: - Business Technical Assistance: Comprehensive support in business planning, operations, and scaling - Culturally Relevant Entrepreneurship Training: Tailored programs that address unique challenges and opportunities for diverse communities - Micro Lending: Provides access to small loans designed to kickstart and grow businesses - Workshops and Resources: Interactive sessions and materials to enhance business acumen and connect entrepreneurs to vital resources