City of Maple Plain

09/14/2026

Request for Proposals: Snow and Ice Removal Services

The City of Maple Plain is accepting proposals from qualified contractors to provide snow and ice removal services for City streets and other designated public areas.

The requested services include snow plowing and removal, sanding and salting, pretreatment, and other snow and ice control activities required by the City’s specifications and Snow and Ice Control Policy.

Contractors must have enough personnel and equipment available to provide timely and reliable service throughout the winter season. All routine and primary plowing of City streets must be completed using trucks equipped with snowplows. Skid steers may not be used for primary street plowing but may be used for cleanup at intersections, cul-de-sacs, dead ends, and other areas requiring greater maneuverability.

Interested contractors should review the complete Request for Proposals below for detailed service requirements, equipment specifications, insurance requirements, submission instructions, and evaluation criteria.

Proposal deadline: Friday, September 25, 2026, at noon Central Time

For more information, go to https://www.mapleplainmn.gov/administration/page/bids-rfps

09/13/2026

Public Hearing: Tax Increment Financing Plan

The Maple Plain City Council will hold a public hearing to consider the adoption of the Tax Increment Financing Plan for Tax Increment Financing (Redevelopment) District No. 2-2.

The public hearing will take place:
Monday, September 28, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
Maple Plain City Hall – City Council Chambers
5050 Independence Street
Maple Plain, MN 55359

A draft of the Tax Increment Financing Plan is available for review at Maple Plain City Hall during regular business hours and on the City’s website.

Community members are invited to provide comments regarding the proposed plan. Comments may be presented orally during the public hearing or submitted in writing.

09/12/2026

2026 Good Neighbor Award

The Maple Plain City Council is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Good Neighbor Award. This is the highest honor awarded by the City Council and is given to an individual, organization, or business within the Maple Plain community that exemplifies outstanding commitment to the betterment of the city.

The Good Neighbor Award recognizes those who have demonstrated a lifetime of service, integrity, and dedication to Maple Plain through volunteerism, civic engagement, and acts of kindness. Nominees should show a consistent willingness to go above and beyond for others, working creatively and selflessly to meet the needs of neighbors and the community as a whole.

Submit nominations online at www.mapleplainmn.gov/community/page/good-neighbor-award or at City Hall by Friday, October 9th.

09/11/2026

Construction Update – Week of September 14

Construction will continue throughout the downtown project area during the week of September 14. Major underground utility work for the 2026 Downtown Reconstruction Project is nearly complete. Crews will now begin rebuilding streets and moving overhead electrical service underground.

Planned work includes:
• Xcel Energy will continue burying electrical lines along Main Street East, working west from Budd Avenue.
• MediaCom will complete utility work during the weeks of September 14 and September 21.
• Crews will begin rebuilding downtown streets near the Fire Department and move east along Main Street.
• Crews will install drain tile at Rainbow Park and rebuild the parking lot. Parking lot paving is expected to begin in early October.

Residents and motorists should expect construction equipment, temporary access restrictions, and changing traffic patterns. Please use caution in work zones, follow posted signs, and allow extra travel time.

Schedules may change due to weather, site conditions, or other unexpected issues. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as crews complete these important improvements.

Library Access
As construction continues in the downtown project area, access to the Maple Plain Library is temporarily limited.

The only access to the library is by traveling south on Budd Avenue from Highway 12. There is no access to the library from the Main Street East and Budd Avenue intersection (traveling north on Budd Avenue).

Please follow posted detour signs and allow extra travel time when visiting the library.

Future Updates
Brief project updates will be provided on the City Website.

If you wish to subscribe to SMS text messages for Maple Plain Street Project Updates text MPstreets to 38276

09/10/2026

Maple & Main Groundbreaking Marks New Chapter for Downtown Maple Plain

On September 9, the City of Maple Plain celebrated a significant milestone in the continued development of its downtown area. Matt Alexander and North Shore Development held a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the beginning of construction on the Maple & Main apartment building.

Mayor Julie Maas-Kusske spoke during the ceremony, reflecting on the project’s progress from proposal to construction. “We are today at this joyous occasion; the groundbreaking of Maple & Main, downtown development! ,” Mayor Maas-Kusske said. “In October 2025, Almost a year ago, Matt and his team from North Shore Development approached the city about the possibility of building in Maple Plain. Today we are here to break ground on the Maple & Main apartment building.”

Earlier this year, the Maple Plain City Council approved the four-story, 95-unit apartment building. The development is designed to complement the character and feel of downtown Maple Plain while bringing additional housing opportunities to the community. The project will also feature pedestrian-friendly streetscape improvements and a fourth-floor Sky Lounge located on the building’s southeast corner overlooking Main Street.

The City looks forward to watching Maple & Main take shape and sharing updates as construction progresses.

09/09/2026

West Hennepin Public Safety is offering a limited number of free child safety seats and booster seats to eligible families through its 2026 Car Seat and Booster Seat Grant Program. View the WHPS flyer for eligibility requirements and additional details.

**FREE Child Passenger Safety Seats Available!**
West Hennepin Public Safety is offering a limited number of **free child passenger safety seats and booster seats** to qualifying families through the 2026 Car Seat and Booster Seat Grant Program.

Families who receive a seat will also receive child passenger safety education and guidance from a **Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST)** to help ensure the seat is appropriate for the child and used correctly.

Eligibility is based on financial need, and seats will be provided **at no cost** to qualifying caregivers.

**Interested in receiving a seat?**
Scan the QR code in the graphic or complete the registration form here:

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/7JLwQn3qat

Seats are limited, and completing the registration form does not guarantee that a seat will be available. Eligible families will be contacted by West Hennepin Public Safety with next steps.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with families who may benefit from this program.

You can learn more about our Car Seat Safety program at: https://westhennepin.com/car-seat-inspection

09/08/2026

Garbage Collection Delayed in Downtown Reconstruction Area

Due to muddy conditions this morning, Republic Services has delayed this week’s garbage collection for affected residences in the downtown reconstruction area.

Garbage collection for impacted properties is now scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Residents should leave their garbage carts accessible for collection. Find out if your property is affected on the city website https://www.mapleplainmn.gov/engineering/page/garbage-collection-delayed-downtown-reconstruction-area

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

09/08/2026

Voting & Election Resources with Hennepin County Elections

The City of Maple Plain encourages residents to stop by the Maple Plain Library this fall to connect with representatives from Hennepin County Elections and learn more about voting and elections.

Hennepin County Elections staff will be available to answer questions and provide helpful information about the voting process, including how to register to vote, finding polling places, changes to election laws, and other election-related topics.

Upcoming Dates
Saturday, September 12
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 8
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location

Maple Plain Library
5184 Main Street E.
Maple Plain, MN 55359

Whether you're a first-time voter, have questions about the upcoming election, or simply want to learn more about the voting process, residents are encouraged to stop by the Hennepin County Elections table during one of these upcoming sessions.

No appointment is necessary—just stop by during the scheduled hours to learn more and get your election questions answered.

09/04/2026

Construction Update – Week of September 8

Construction activities will continue throughout the downtown project area during the week of September 8 as crews make progress on water main and storm sewer improvements.

Major underground utility work associated with the 2026 Downtown Reconstruction Project is nearing completion. The project will now move into the next phase, which includes converting overhead electrical service to underground service.

Planned work includes:
• Xcel Energy will begin to bury electrical lines on Main Street East. Starting at Budd Avenue and going West.
• MediaCom will be in Maple Plain to conduct work during the weeks of 9/14 & 9/21
• Continued water main work on Delano Avenue and Spring Avenue
• Continued and finishing water service connections on Main Street.
• Continued storm sewer installation and pond basin preparation.
• Optional Sump Pump Service Connections
• Affected property owners may also request the installation of a sump pump service box. This connection can help reduce water flowing across sidewalks and curbs.
• The base cost is $250 and will be added to the property’s project assessment. Property owners who would like a sump pump service connection must notify the project team by Tuesday, September 8.
• For general construction questions or assistance, contact Dylan Zellmann, construction representative with Bolton & Menk, Inc., at 651-421-4968.

Residents and motorists should expect construction equipment, temporary access restrictions, and changing traffic patterns in affected areas. Please use caution when traveling through work zones, follow all posted signs, and allow extra time to reach your destination.

Construction schedules are subject to change due to weather, site conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as crews continue making progress on these important infrastructure improvements.

School Pickup
With the start of the school year approaching, the project team is coordinating access around the construction area. The current plan is for school pickup to occur on Budd Avenue, south of the library, to provide a more consistent pickup location while construction continues.

Library Access
As construction continues in the downtown project area, access to the Maple Plain Library is temporarily limited.

The only access to the library is by traveling south on Budd Avenue from Highway 12. There is no access to the library from the Main Street East and Budd Avenue intersection (traveling north on Budd Avenue).

Please follow posted detour signs and allow extra travel time when visiting the library.

Future Updates
Brief project updates will be provided on the City Website.

If you wish to subscribe to SMS text messages for Maple Plain Street Project Updates text MPstreets to 38276

09/03/2026