A public hearing will be held on October 1, 2019 for the purpose of reclassification of Conservation land to Non-Conservation land for parcel number 03.7007.000. This meeting will part of the regular scheduled County Board meeting. Read notice (PDF).

Becker County is seeking community input for the comprehensive Master Trail Plan currently being developed. An online mapping tool has been developed to provide for public input. Be a part of the process and provide your ideas and comments! Open mapping tool...

Becker County is developing a Master Trail Plan and is seeking public input and discussion on recreational trail types, destinations and future opportunities. The meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2019, from 5-7p.m. at the Detroit Lakes Public Library. Meeting notice...

The Becker County Highway Dept. has announced that Co Hwy 26 will undergo a major reconstruction project beginning the week of May 20, 2019. Affected sections will be closed to through traffic. News release...

Local governments, employers and nonprofits are working together to offer Home Ownership for Me (HOMe) Down-payment Loans in Becker County. This program is operated by MMCDC. Program Flyer...  |  MMCDC Website...

Notice is hereby given, that the Board of Appeal and Equalization of the various taxing districts in Becker County will meet for the purpose of correcting the assessments of said township, or city for the year of 2019. For meeting locations and dates, please see the Assessment Notice...

Becker County Commissioners welcome the new County Administrator, Mr. Mike Brethorst, who will assume the office on March 4, 2019. His appointment was made official during the January 22nd Commissioner meeting. News Release...

Board Chairman Don Skarie gave the annual 'State of the County' address at the December 18, 2018 Board of Commissioners meeting. During the address, Chairman Skarie notes many highlights and accomplishments that occured in 2018. Watch video...

The County will take possession of the new jail on December 11. The project is on schedule and budget. The jail's construction is being funded from county reserves and a bond issue that will be serviced entirely with the $600,000 yearly savings from not boarding inmates in outside jails. The project qualifies for a sales tax reimbursement from the state of approximately $500,000 and a significant unspent reserve of nearly $300,000, all which will be returned to Becker County at the end of the project.

The Becker County Motor Vehicle Office is now able to issue both Enhanced Driver's Licenses (EDL) and Real ID. The office is able to process those applications ONLY on Tues/Wed/Thurs from 8:30-11:00 AM. For more information see our licensing page.

The Becker County Recreational Advisory Committee is seeking your input regarding recreation at Chilton Park. Please take a moment to fill out the survey. A map of Chilton Park is being provided to help orient you to the park and its location. Survey results will be reviewed by the RAC in October. Thank you for your participation. Survey link...

Deputy Cole Sanders and Deputy Jerron Aschnewitz were presented with 'Lifesaver' awards at the August 21st Commissioner's Meeting. Their actions, along with aid from other citizens, helped rescue 2 people in the water who became seperated from their boat. Read more...  |  Photo...

Starting July 1, 2014, Becker County will have a 0.5 percent transit sales and use tax. The tax will be administered by the MN Dept. of Revenue and the revenue will be used to fund Becker County road projects (SMART). General notice...  |  More info...