Notice is hereby given that the Becker County Board of Commissioners will consider action by ordinance for the Comprehensive Use Plan on December 17, 2024 at 10:00AM. Notice (PDF).

Notice is hereby given that the Becker County Planning Commission shall conduct a public hearing on December 18, 2024 at 6:00 PM to consider revisions to the Becker County Zoning Ordinance regarding cannabis regulation and feedlots. Notice (PDF).

As of November 21, 2024, the most recent draft of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan is now available. The County Board, staff, and consultants have been editing & revising the plan through work sessions. Comprehensive Plan Draft (as of 11/21/24) (PDF). Future Land Use Map (PDF).

The Becker County Board of Commissioners will make an appointment to the Lake Agassiz Regional Library Board. The appointment is to fill an expiring term. The appointment will be considered at the Board Meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Public Notice (PDF).

The Becker County Board of Commissioners will make two appointments to the Board of Managers of the Comorant Lakes Watershed District. The appointments are to fill two terms expiring December 31, 2024. Appointments will be considered at the Board Meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Public Notice (PDF).

The General Election has been completed, and results were tabulated and reported to the State. The unofficial results from the Becker County polls are available on our Election Results page.

Becker County is seeking to identify qualified organizations to respond to the opioid crisis through opioid epidemic response strategies, including prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction. The goal of this approach is to fund projects in Becker County that will have high impact for the communities impacted by the opioid crisis. RFP submittals are due by December 31, 2024. RFP Details (PDF). Request an RFP Application.

Dunton Locks County Park will be under construction starting September 16, 2024. The park is still open, but we ask that you respectfully distance yourselves from the construction site.

The Becker County Highway Department will begin construction improvements to Co Hwy 34 the week of August 12, 2024. The project limits are from Co Hwy 21 in Richwood to 300th St. The roadway will be closed to through traffic during construction. The project is expected to be completed this fall. News release (PDF).

A Naloxone Access Point (NAP) is a publicly accessible pick up site for life-saving overdose reversal medication. Public Health partners with Steve Rummler HOPE Network (SRHN) to provide these free kits to the public - no questions asked. NAP Flyer (PDF). Naloxone info from CDC.

Becker County has been actively engaged in opposing SF#3480 and HF#4304. Becker County is urging our legislative representatives and the Governor to not support these bills. On March 5, 2024, Becker County Board passed a resolution 03-24-1C in opposition to these bills. There has been a collaborative effort between staff and board members gathering and presenting information to law makers in opposition to these bills. For more information on the recent committee hearing , please view Committee on Environment, Climate and Legacy - 03/07/24 (YouTube).

Becker County is in the process of updating the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and also the Zoning Ordinances. Your feedback is important and you are encouraged to get involved and help shape the future! For more information, please visit our plan update site.

Becker County Emergency Management is seeking public feedback from residents and businesses as the county's Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) is being updated. Your comments, concerns, and questions regarding natural disasters and potential mitigation actions will be considered during this update process. More information (PDF).

The Crow Wing River One Watershed, One Plan (1W1P) Partnership is working to develop a Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan for the Crow Wing River Watershed. The plan is expected to be completed by late 2024. You can view the progress here.

The Becker County Sheriff's Office would like to remind residents that they can sign up for severe weather alerts through the CodeRED automated alert system. More information | CodeRED Flyer (PDF).

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is extending the REAL ID full enforcement deadline to May 7, 2025. The deadline was previously set for later this year. Beginning May 7, 2025, MN residents will not be able to use their standard driver's license to board domestic flights or enter federal facilities. Read more.

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.

MN Statute 471.701 SALARY DATA: A city or county with a population of more than 15,000 must annually notify its residents of the positions and base salaries of its three highest-paid employees. This notice may be provided on the home page of the primary Web site maintained by the political subdivision for a period of not less than 90 consecutive days, in a publication of the political subdivision that is distributed to all residents in the political subdivision, or as part of the annual notice of proposed property taxes prepared under section 275.065.

County Sheriff, Todd Glander, $131,000
County Attorney, Brian McDonald, $136,000
County Administrator, Carrie Smith, $152,000

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.