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 and the COVID-19 vaccine page.

The Becker County Board of Commissioners in cooperation with county business owners and the Detroit Lakes Chamber of Commerce have created three grant programs to aid county businesses affected by COVID-19. Becker County has been awarded $665,135.71 from the State of Minnesota to facilitate this program. News Release (PDF). Apply Online.

The Becker County Board of Commissioners has created an emergency relief grant program for child care providers affected by COVID-19. Child care is essential to keeping the workforce in place; these grants are intended to help offset costs incurred due to the pandemic. Read more (PDF).

The Becker County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution at their April 20, 2021 meeting which declares Becker County as a 'Dedicated 2nd Amendment County'. Full resolution (PDF).

Envirnomental Services is holding a reuse sale on Earth Day 2021 - April 22, 2021. The sale will be held at the Houshold Hazardous Waste facility from 8am-4:30pm. Find building materials, household decor, furniture and many other assorted items. Flyer (PDF). Photo 1. Photo 2. Photo 3.

2021 property tax statements were mailed out March 30, 2021. If you have not received your statement, it could have been returned to our office due to an incorrect mailing address. If your name is on this returned mail list, please contact the Auditor-Treasurer's Office at 218-846-7311 to get the mailing address corrected.

Becker County Environmetal Services will be opening the Reuse Room in May 2021. Flyer (PDF).

Becker County is selling a county owned parcel located on N Highway 59. It is a 7.5 acre parcel with 897 feet of Hwy 59 frontage. For more details on this property, see the MLS listing.

Becker County is seeking to hire a Human Resources Director. This position is responsible for the total human resources effort and management and coordinating all human resource management functions in the County. For more information, see the Position Profile (PDF). Apply online.

2021 seasonal road restrictions are in effect on all Becker County highways as of 12:01 a.m. Monday, March 8, 2021. Roads will be patrolled and limits enforced until the restrictions are lifted, approximately mid to late May as conditions improve. Press release (PDF). Map (PDF).

The Board of Appeal and Equalization of the various taxing districts will meet on the dates set forth for the purpose of correcting the assessments of said taxing district for the year of 2021. For meeting dates and times, see the full notice (PDF).

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Becker County Board of Adjustments will conduct their May 13th, 2021 hearing as an in-person public hearing with a virtual option. Virtual attendees are asked to download the meeting guides: Tour Meeting Guide (PDF); Public Hearing Guide (PDF). At the meeting date/time, you may join the meetings at: Tour Meeting; Public Hearing.

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).

Becker County Transit is conducting a survey to gather input and answers from our customers. Please take a moment to share your input in a brief survey. Thank you! Survey link.

The Becker County Courthouse is open Mon-Fri from 8:00am to 4:30pm. The DMV office is open during those hours and accepts walk in transactions except for Enhanced and REAL ID Driver's License processing and Prorates for Commercial Titles, which requires an appointment. Visit the reservation page to register for Enhanced and REAL ID Driver's License appointments. For more information regarding the different MN ID types, read more (PDF).

Board Chairman Ben Grimsley gave the annual 'State of the County' address at the December 15th, 2020 Board of Commissioner's Meeting. Watch video.

Wannigan Regional Park is being proposed for development north of Frazee. A draft master plan is now available and public review and comment is being sought by the park planning committee. Please take a moment to provide your valuable input of the plan to-date. More information (PDF). Draft Master Plan (PDF). Plan Appendix (PDF). Review & comment survey.

Becker County Human Services is looking for Volunteer Drivers to provide transports. Mileage reimbursement at the current rate. Applicants must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver's license and insurance and a cleared medical statement from their physician. If interested, please contact Shannon F. or Christy R. at 218-847-5628.

The Becker County Recorder's Office will be again be accepting routine passport applications. Applications will be accepted by appointment only. Call the Recorder's Office at 218-846-7304 to schedule an appointment. Be advised, you should expect SIGNIFICANT delays before receiving your passport and documentation. Read more (PDF). See the travel.state.gov website.

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.

The public is invited to do a 'virtual drive through' of what the West Lake Drive project would look like upon completion. For a video link and other materials, please refer to the City of Detroit Lakes West Lake Drive web page.

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.