County Services
The following is a list of frequently used services within Anoka County. Click on a
selection from the list to learn more and to access a quick link to the department that
can assist you.
Assessments
For information about property assessments call 763-323-5400. For more information see: Property Records & Taxation.
Beaches
There are a number of public beaches available throughout Anoka County. Many have picnic
facilities and access for boating. Lifeguards are on duty at select locations. Beaches are
open June through August. Call the Parks Info Line at 763-767-2820 for details. For more
information see: Parks & Recreation .
Birth Records
Death Records
Marriage Licenses
Birth, Death, and Marriage records are available at the
Vital Statistics office in the Government Center in Anoka and at the
License Centers located in Blaine, Columbia Heights, Coon Rapids, Ham
Lake, and Ramsey.
Birth and Death records are included in a statewide system and cover
births from 1935 to the present and deaths from 1997 to the present. For
birth records prior to 1935 or death records prior to 1997, please visit the
Vital Statistics office in the county of occurrence.
You can also register your Public Notary commission or have a document
notarized at the
Vital Statistics office or any of the
License Centers.
For more information see:
License Bureau.
Brush and Tree Waste
For information about disposal of branches, brush and other tree waste call 763-323-5730.
For more information see: Integrated
Waste Management.
Camping
Anoka County offers two public campgrounds at Bunker Hills and Rice Creek Chain of Lakes
Regional Parks. Utility hook ups are available at both locations. Campsites are available
from May through early October. Call the Parks Info Line at 763-767-2820 for details. For
more information see: Parks & Recreation.
Child Care Licensing
go to
Family Child Care Licensing Child Support
See
Income Maintenance - Child Support.
Chomonix Golf Course
Chomonix is located in the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve. It is an
18-hole golf course with banquet facilities available for rental. Call the Chomonix Golf
Course Info Line at 651-482-8484. For more information see:
Parks & Recreation.
Composting - Yard Waste
For information about yard waste and back yard composting call 763-323-5730. For more
information see: Integrated Waste
Management.
Correctional Center - Adult
Anoka County Community Corrections has a 200 bed workhouse for men and women at the Metro
Regional Treatment Center in Anoka, and a 60 bed medium security correctional center for
adult men and women at Lino Lakes. The medium security facility is expanding with 60
additional beds. For information about Anoka County Community Corrections call
763-323-5830. For more information see: Human Services - Community Corrections.
Correctional Center - Juveniles
The Community Corrections Juvenile Center is located in Lino Lakes. This facility includes
a day school for up to 90 truants and 8 foster homes that provide care for 80 children.
The East Central Regional Juvenile Center is a maximum-security facility operated by Anoka
County as part of a joint powers agreement for 11 counties. For information about Anoka
County Community Corrections call 763-323-5830. For more information see: Human Services - Community Corrections.
Deeds
The Department of Property Records and Public Service is the storehouse for land records
in the county and is responsible for the accurate and official recording of various
land-related transactions and ownership certification. For information call: 763-
323-5400. For more information see: Property
Records & Taxation - Records & Public Service.
Driver's License
Motor Vehicle
Driver's License renewals and Motor Vehicle registration (license tabs) and
other driver and vehicle services are available at Anoka County License
Centers. For more information see
License Bureau.
Driving Conditions
For updates on driving conditions throughout Anoka County, contact the Highway Department
at 763-862-4200. For additional information see: Highway Department.
Foster Care Licensing
See Adult Foster Care
or Child Foster Care
Garbage Service
For information about garbage service call 763-323-5730. For additional information see: Integrated Waste Management
Household Hazardous Waste
For information about safe disposal of household hazardous waste call 763-323-5730. For
additional information see: Integrated
Waste Management.
Hunting & Fishing Licenses
Game & Fish
DNR
Resident and non-resident licenses are available at the Anoka County License Centers. Most
hunting and fishing licenses go on sale in mid-February. Small game and fishing licenses
are valid from March 1 through February 28 the following year. Big game licenses go on
sale in mid-August. Deer season begins in early November. For license center locations and
phone numbers see: License Bureau.
Job Training Center
The Job Training Center provides employment and training services to the residents of
Anoka County who are most in need of services. The highest priority to receive services
are those who are unemployed, economically disadvantaged, and/or face multiple obstacles
to gaining employment. For information call 763-783-4800 or visit the Workforce Center website.
Juror Information
For juror reporting instructions, selection process, exemptions/disqualification, jury pay
or Grand Jury information, contact Court Administration at 763-422-7370. Or for active
jurors, contact the Jury Information Line at 763-422-7405. For additional information see:
Court Administration.
Library
Anoka County Library is located in Blaine, Minnesota which is home to the Northtown
Central Library. For additional
information see: Anoka County Library
Medical Assistance
The Income Maintenance Department administers public assistance and child support
enforcement programs. Public assistance staff determine eligibility and manage cases for
cash, medical and food stamp programs, including the Minnesota Family Investment Program
(MFIP), General Assistance (GA), Minnesota Supplemental Aid (MSA), Medical Assistance
(MA), General Assistance Medical Care (GAMC), and food stamps. For more information see: Human Services - Income Maintenance.
Mental Health
For information about Adult Mental Health Services call 763-422-7070.
For information about Children’s Mental Health Services call 763-712-2722
or go to the Children's Mental
Health Services section of this Web site.
Nature Programs
A variety of nature, recreation and arts programs is offered at the Wargo Nature Center,
Banfill - Locke Center for the Arts, and Coon Rapids Dam Visitor Center. Programs are
available for a wide range of audiences. Groups and schools are welcome to call the nature
center for program opportunities at 651-429-8007. For more information see:
Parks & Recreation.
Nursing Facilities
There are seven nursing facilities located within Anoka County. For information regarding
these facilities contact the Public Health Nursing Intake Line at 763-422-6970 or the
Senior Information Line at 763-783-4707. For additional information see: Human Services.
Parks
There are 16 developed regional and county parks located throughout Anoka County. The
parks offer a variety of recreational opportunities, including swimming, fishing,
horseback riding, hiking, biking, canoeing, boating, golfing and cross-country skiing.
Call the Parks Info Line at 763-767-2820 for details. For more information see:
Parks & Recreation.
Passports
You can get a passport at any Anoka County License Center. For more information see: License Bureau.
Picnic Shelters and Meeting Facilities
A number of Anoka County's parks offer picnic shelters and meeting facilities. The Parks
& Recreation Department will be happy to help you select and reserve a picnic shelter
or meeting room for your event. For more information see:
Parks & Recreation.
Property Records
The Department of Property Records and Public Service is the storehouse for land records
in the county and is responsible for the accurate and official recording of various
land-related transactions and ownership certification. For information call 763-323-5400.
For more information see: Property
Records & Taxation.
Property Taxes
For information about property taxes call 763-323-5400. For more information see: Property Records & Taxation. Anoka
County is now offering the following services:
Recycling
For information about residential curbside recycling, recycling drop-off centers and
commercial recycling call 763-323-5730. For more information see: Integrated Waste Management.
Road Construction
For updates on road construction throughout Anoka County, contact the Highway Department
at 763-862-4200. For additional information see: Highway Department .
Shop Used First
For information on where to buy and sell used books, clothing, music, sporting goods and
more call 763-323-5730. For more information see: Integrated Waste Management.
Trails
Hiking, biking and cross-country ski trails are available throughout the Anoka County
Parks System. Regional trail corridors, along the Mississippi River and Rice Creek, offer
major links to trails in Ramsey and Hennepin counties. Call the Parks Info Line at
763-767-2820 for details. For more information see:
Parks & Recreation .
Traveler
Transit services in Anoka County give residents a variety of transportation options, from
buses that travel on a scheduled route to dial-a-ride service that offers on-demand
service anywhere within Anoka County. For information on the Anoka County Traveler, call
the Anoka County Transit Office at 763-422-7075. For more information see: Transportation.
Voting Information
For information such as the names of your elected representatives, polling locations,
registering to vote, voting by absentee ballot and election results, call 763-323-5275.
For more information see: Elections &
Voter Registration.
Waste Reduction
For tips on how to reduce waste at home and work call 763-323-5730. For more information
see: Integrated Waste Management.
Wave Pool
The wave pool is located at Bunker Hills Regional Park, 701 County Parkway Road A in Coon
Rapids. The wave pool is open from early June through Labor Day. Call the Wave Pool Info
Line at 763-767-2895. For more information see:
Parks & Recreation.
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