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City Council Meeting
August 17 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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News

August 12 2026

The last opportunity to enjoy the leisure pool for the 2026 season will be Thursday, August 13.  The lap pool will remain open 1 to 7 daily through Sunday, August 30th.

August 11 2026
 Brush Site Attendant (Public Works) The City of Blue Earth is seeking seasonal help for a part-time position at the City brush and compost site. The position involves opening the site at the designated time, monitoring the material brought into...
August 11 2026
Municipal Liquor Store Clerk The City of Blue Earth municipal liquor store is seeking part-time clerks for regular scheduled 25 hours per week, including evening and weekends. This position is responsible for customer service, operating the register,...
August 11 2026
Multiple agency members were honored on Monday evening at UHD with a Life Save Award for their actions in responding to a medical emergency. We are fortunate in the City of Blue Earth for these fine individuals who choose to serve - the officers, dis...
August 05 2026
 A shout of THANKS to all the hosts and participants of the annual National Night Out on Tuesday evening. Despite the rain, it was a positive turnout of neighbors gathering to promote community....

Public Notices

17 March 2023
Certificate of Approval of Special Law by Governing Body and City of Blue Earth Resolution 19-07 Additional information on the City of Blue Earth's local sales and use tax can be found on the City Council web page....

Events

17 Aug
City Council Meeting
Date August 17 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
19 Aug
Senior Day Out Picnic
August 19 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
19 Aug
Streets Advisory Committee
August 19 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
7 Sep
City Hall Closed-Holiday
September 07 2026
8 Sep
City Council Meeting
September 08 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

News & Public Notices

  

Swimming Pool Information

The last opportunity to enjoy the leisure pool for the 2026 season will be Thursday, August 13.  The lap pool will remain open 1 to 7 daily through Sunday, August 30th.

SEASONAL JOB POSTING

 Brush Site Attendant (Public Works) The City of Blue Earth is seeking seasonal help for a part-time position at the City brush and compost site. The position involves opening the site at the designated time, monitoring the material brought into the site, and closing the site at the designated time. Seasonal hours may vary up to 20 hours per w...

JOB POSTING

Municipal Liquor Store Clerk The City of Blue Earth municipal liquor store is seeking part-time clerks for regular scheduled 25 hours per week, including evening and weekends. This position is responsible for customer service, operating the register, cleaning and organizing the Blue Earth Wine and Spirits store located at 1211 Domes Drive, Blue Ear...

Life Save Award

Multiple agency members were honored on Monday evening at UHD with a Life Save Award for their actions in responding to a medical emergency. We are fortunate in the City of Blue Earth for these fine individuals who choose to serve - the officers, dispatchers, EMTs, firefighters, including Blue Earth Officer Missy Felion and Officer Tharen Haugh, em...

National Night Out

 A shout of THANKS to all the hosts and participants of the annual National Night Out on Tuesday evening. Despite the rain, it was a positive turnout of neighbors gathering to promote community.

Sealed bid for vacant lot

City of Blue Earth - Request for Sealed Bid The City of Blue Earth is accepting sealed bids for the following residential zoned vacant lot: Parcel ID 212003180, at 717 E 3rd Street, Blue Earth. Bids for the residential property will be accepted at City Hall until Friday, August 21, 2026, at 12 noon.Interested parties may contact the City office wit...

SPOTLIGHT

 Blue Earth Night at Mankato Moondogs Game Blue Earth will be front and center at ISG Field this Saturday, August 8, as the community is celebrated during Blue Earth Night with the Mankato Moondogs. The evening will showcase local pride both on and off the field. Blue Earth native Cecilia Holland will perform the National Anthem before the fir...

Street Project Updates

 To check the current street projects and sign up for e-mail updates click this link: www.blueearthconstructionprojects.com

REMINDER ABOUT CAMPAIGN SIGNS

With the upcoming elections, please note the regulations relating to campaign signs. All signs are prohibited from being in the public right of way. Candidates are responsible for sign placement. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, 211B.045  any size sign in any number may be posted beginning 45 days before the state primary in a state genera...

Summer is in Full Swing

 Keep in mind the many amenities within the city to enjoy! The municipal pool is a great attraction! Check it out - Pool | City of Blue Earth. Take advantage of cooling off on these warm days and appreciate the concessions on premises! The city has several parks to explore including trails. Check it out - Parks & Trails | City of Blue Eart...

Tune In!

Listen in each Wednesday at 1:35 pm at KBEW AM 1560. Travis and Mayor Scholtes have a brief discussion featuring a weekly Mayoral Report. Don't miss it!  

SPOTLIGHT

Giant Days Brings the Community Together Once Again Another Giant Days has come and gone, and once again Blue Earth welcomed residents, visitors, and families for one of the community's favorite weekends of the summer. From the medallion hunt to live music, family activities and a busy downtown, there was no shortage of things to do. Even with temp...

Brush Site Information

The Brush Site is open. Check hours below. The Brush site is open to the residents of Blue Earth to dispose of yard waste and brush. Please separate your grass, leaves, and garden waste from your branches, sticks, and trees. The regular hours for the site are as follows:Tuesdays 3:00 - 6:30 p.m.Thursdays 3:00- 6:30 p.m.Saturdays 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p....

Supplemental Food Program

 Channel One spoke about supplemental food programs for the region and local distribution in Blue Earth. The following opportunities are available – Mobile Market in Blue Earth is every third Friday, from 2:30 PM -- 4:30 PM (excluding holiday) The market is located at Tafco parking lot, 1565 Industrial Drive, Blue Earth, MN 56013 Box goods are...

SPOTLIGHT

 Blue Earth Community Pool For nearly 70 years, the Blue Earth Community Pool has been a summertime staple for local families. While the current aquatic center opened in June 2009, Blue Earth's original pool was built in 1957-58 and featured the iconic egg-shaped design, diving boards, a metal slide with a separate baby pool. "When we built th...

Townhome For Rent

Blue Earth Rice Street Townhomes available for rent.  Download PDF File Here

Local Election

 Affidavits of Candidacy will be accepted at the City Clerk's office during the filing period of July 14 through July 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. for openings for 3 Council Members and 2 Board of Public Works members. For more information go to the City Council Page and scroll down to Local Election.

BELW Presents on Data Centers

At the Council work session on 6/15/26, Director Tim Stoner presented on data centers in Blue Earth. Below is a copy of the presentation.  The audio recording for the Work Session can be found here. Download PDF File Here

Additional Information on Mosquito Spray Applications

 VDCI is the current provider for mosquito spray services. The term spraying vs fogging is interchangeable though also misused. Technically, "spraying" is a cold aerosolized Ultra Low Volume (ULV) spray application and "fogging" is a thermal smoke application that creates a very dense cloud or "fog." The size of the spray/fog particle is diffe...

ATV and Golf Cart Registration is required!!

Please remember to stop at City Hall to register your ATV and Golf carts to receive your new sticker each year. The $25.00 permits are granted from January 1 to December 31 of each year. If it is a first time registration, you can find the application on our Permits, Licensing, and Forms page. Don't forget to bring in your current insuran...

Code Reminder: Section 510.03 – Grass and Weeds

It is unlawful for the owner, occupant or agent of the owner of any lot or parcel of land within the City to allow grass and weeds to exceed a height of five (5) inches, measured from the base at ground level to the tip of each stalk, stem, blade or leaf, to grow upon his or her land. Grass and weeds taller than five (5) inches shall be considered ...

Faribault County Clean up Days and Collection Events

Blue Earth location is on September 10, 2026. Below you will find the poster for Blue Earth and other locations.  Faribault-County-Multiple-Clean-Up-Days---2026 166 kb Download Files Blue-Earth-Clean-Up-202_20260318-210218_1 267 kb Download Files 2026-Solid-Waste-Collection-Events--Faribault-and-Martin-County 393 kb Download Files

Contact Faribault County EDA for new housing aid opportunity!

2026 Election News

 Local Election – Fall 2026 This fall, three seats for the City Council will be on the ballot - currently held by Councilmember Ann Hanna, Councilmember Jacque Drew, and Vice Mayor Dan Ristau. If you are interested in running for the City Council, please contact Echo Roggenkamp at the city office. The local election will be Tuesday, November 3...

Attn: Blue Earth Area Students/Honorary Council Member

 📣Submit your application for Honorary City Council member. 📣 This is an opportunity to share in discussions, bolster your resume, build new relationships!  There are multiple sessions to choose from – spring, winter, or fall – providing three months to participate in Blue Earth City Council discussions and share ideas for the Blue Earth ...

Stay Connected and Informed with MyBlueEarth

Get updates on road closures, Council meetings, snow emergencies, events, and other announcements. Whether you are at home or on the go, the app makes it easy to stay up to date with what's happening in our community.  Download MyBlueEarth from the Apple App Store or Android Play Store. Click here to go to our page. See instruct...

Ag Center Storage Units

Need space?  We've got it. Clean, secure, affordable storage space ready today! The EDA of Blue Earth has locked storage units available to rent in the basement of the Ag Center. Rental agreements are available for the following units: Unit #4- Approximately 150  Sq. Ft. (10x15)  $45 per monthUnit #...

Homestead Market Value Exclusion

At the 12/1 Council meeting, a question and discussion ensued around the "homestead exclusion and calculation" and the County provided a link to the MN DOR page providing definition, calculation and examples. Additional links on the page explain how to qualify and apply for the homestead exclusion as well as property tax deferral for senior citizen...

Snowplowing and Snow Emergency Policy

Reminder that there is no parking on City Streets when a snow emergency is declared. For more information read the Snowplowing and Snow Emergency Policy below. Download PDF File Here

Blue Earth- Change of Polling Place

 Please note the change of polling location effective 2026 for all elections. Voting will be set up at City Hall, 201 E 7th Street in the Council Chamber room. Notices will be distributed to registered voters. Resolution 25-35 can be found below. Download PDF File Here

REV Promotes Blue Earth and Surrounding Area Businesses

REV (Rural Entrepreneurial Venture) uses digital advertising to support the businesses that power our community!  Discover the businesses that make our community shine. See the video links below.  Version 1         Version 2

Lead Service Inventory

Blue Earth Light & Water  Download PDF File Here

Code Reminder: 640.02 Emergency Snow and Ice Control Operations and Emergency Parking Regulations

 Subd.1 The Public Works Director will decide when to begin snow or ice control operations. The criteria for that decision are:                    A. Snow accumulation of two (2) inches or more; B. Drifting of snow that causes problems for travel; C. Icy conditions which seriously affect travel...

Local Sales & Use Tax

Certificate of Approval of Special Law by Governing Body and City of Blue Earth Resolution 19-07 Additional information on the City of Blue Earth's local sales and use tax can be found on the City Council web page.

Commercials

 If you have not seen the commercials about our beautiful city that air on ABC, NBC and FOX, you can click these links to view them. https://youtu.be/j3cvhvS16XQ Work https://youtu.be/n9ss349sG8I Play https://youtu.be/QBvtP6pEh8w Live

City Dumpster Program

The City of Blue Earth believes it is in the best interest of the residents to keep the City clean and free of garbage and nuisances of the like. The City has leased eight 3-yard dumpsters and has made them available for residents to use. Blue Earth residents may contact City Hall by telephone or in person to reserve a dumpster. However no dumpster...

Code Reminder: 500.04 Public Nuisances Affecting Peace and Safety

 The following is declared to be a nuisance affecting public peace and safety. Subd. 1 Snow and Ice Removal. All snow and ice not removed from public sidewalks twenty-four (24) hours, exclusive of Saturday, Sundays or Legal Holidays, after the snow or other precipitation causing the condition has ceased to fall.

Code Reminder: 360.02 Dogs and Cats

City Code allows the keeping of up to three (3) dogs or up to four (4) cats on the same premises, whether owned by the same person or not. The keeping of four (4) or more dogs or five (5) or more cats shall constitute a "kennel"; except that a fresh litter of pups or kittens may be kept for a period of three (3) months before such keeping shall be ...