For the most current information, helpful resources and latest press releases in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Becker County encourages residents and businesses to please see our Public Health COVID-19 page.

The Becker County Motor Vehicle Office will be opening for its customers on June 1, 2020. This is done in accordance with the 'Stay Safe' Executive Order from Governor Walz. To ensure safe social distancing, appointments are required for certain types of transactions. For more information, read the full release (PDF) or visit the appointment scheduling page. Also, many transactions can still be mailed to the DMV office or deposited in the drop-box in the main lobby of the Courthouse at 915 Lake Ave. Drop-box services frequently asked questions.

The candidate filing period for the 2020 Primary and General Elections begins on May 19, 2020. For more information, please visit our Elections page.

In order to help slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Becker County Recorder's Office is temporarily suspending the acceptance of passport applications. We apologize for the inconvenience and will resume passport services once safety can be assured. Department of State travel notice.

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Recorder's Office is accepting marriage license applications by appointment only. Please call the Recorder's Office at 218-846-7304 to schedule an appointment.

Seasonal road restrictions on Becker County roads were lifted as of Monday, May 11, 2020.

The Becker County Board of Commissioners are seeking individuals interested in volunteering to serve on various Becker County Boards or Committees. Please refer to the official notice for a list of vacancies. Public Notice (PDF).

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 taxing district for the year of 2020. Refer to the following notice regarding recommendations due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Assessment Notice 2020 (PDF).

The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free online service for U.S. citizens who are traveling to or living in a foreign country. STEP allows you to enter information about your whereabouts abroad so that the Department of State can better assist you in an emergency. Read more (PDF).

Becker County and Teamsters Local 320 have reached an agreement in terms for the proposed 2020/2021 labor contract, thereby averting a possible employee strike. Press release (PDF).

Your reponse matters - the census can help shape many different aspects of your community. Visit the 2020 census website for more information. Becker County has formed a Complete Count Committee to help get the word out and increase community participation.

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 (PDF).  |  More info.