The Becker County Board of Commissioners will make two (2) appointments to the Board of Managers of the Pelican River Watershed District. Appointments will be considered at the Board Meeting on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Those interested are asked to contact the County Administrator. Public Notice (PDF).

The Becker County Board of Commissioners will make an appointment to the Board of Managers of the Buffalo Red Watershed District. Appointments will be considered at the Board Meeting on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Those interested are asked to contact the County Administrator. Public Notice (PDF).

The 2025 Tax-Forefeited Land Sale will be held on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 11:00 am in the Becker County Commissioners Boardroom. For more information, please see the Tax-Forfeited Land Sales page and the following documents: Resolution and Terms (PDF). Parcel Listing (PDF).

Becker County will temporarily be closing the following forest roads/trails until further notice, or when barricades are removed. Mary Yellowhead, Rat Lake, South Tulaby, Camp 5 & Camp 6 Trail, South Greenwater, Old Many Point, Mud Lake Spur, Sockeye Lake, Moulton, Bear Creek, Sugar Bush, South Mckenzie, 470^th Ave by Snellman, Pike Lake. Trails are temporarily closed to prevent damage to them during spring thaw.

The Becker County Highway Department will begin 2025 Spring load restrictions on County roads starting on Friday, March 7, 2025. See the Highway Dept map page for a detailed restrictions map.

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).

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). More information from the CDC: Lifesaving Naloxone & What to Do if you Think Someone is Overdosing.

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, $147,750
County Attorney, Brian McDonald, $157,000
County Administrator, Carrie Smith, $165,168

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.