WELCOME TO THE CITY OF WRENSHALL

OFFICE HOURS

Monday thru Thursday - 8am to 4pm

Phone # 218-384-3680
Fax # 218-384-3700
Mailing Address;
PO Box 157
Wrenshall, MN  55797

Physical Address;
400 Alcohol Road
Enter the City Office from the parking lot at the BACK of the fire hall,
400 Alcohol Road-(now County Road 51)

 

City Staff

The City of Wrenshall would like to reinstate the Planning Commission!!

 

Work directly with the City Council on city issues that are important to you and your neighbors!

 

Please call if you are interested in applying.

City Office:

218-384-3680

Notice of Times and Locations for Voting Before Election Day

For the Presidential Nomination Primary on March 5, 2024 -

Carlton County, Minnesota

(Designation of locations for absentee voting per Minnesota Statutes Section 203B.081)

 

The absentee voting period for the March 5, 2024 Presidential Nominating Primary election begins Friday, January 19. Voters residing in Carlton County may cast absentee ballots in person at the following location from January 19, 2024 through March 4, 2024:

 

Carlton County Courthouse

  • In-Person absentee voting for ALL Carlton County voters is available at the Carlton County Courthouse
  • 301 Walnut Ave, Room 205, Carlton, MN 55718
  • Phone: 218-384-9127
  • Website: www.co.carlton.mn.us  

 

Times:

  • 8:00 to 4:00 pm Monday thru Friday during regular business days
  • 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on the Saturday before election day
  • 8:00 am until 5:00 pm on Monday the day before election day


COUNCIL MEETINGS

1st Wednesday of each month (unless noted) at 5:00PM

Next Meeting:

April 3, 2024


Upcoming meetings:

May 8 (2nd Wednesday)

June 5

July 10 (2nd Wednesday)

August 7

September 4

October 2

November 6

December 4

 Please be advised that the agendas posted are preliminary agendas and items could be added or removed before final approval at the meeting.       

Agendas are posted at the City Hall in 2 places, at the Post Office on the bulletin board and on the bulletin boards at the Brickyard Restaurant.  Anyone is welcome to obtain a copy from the City Hall during office hours. 
2024 City Council Minutes Past City Council Minutes

Special Meeting minutes are available upon request at the Wrenshall City Office located inside City Hall.

Next Special/Planning Commission Meeting:

None

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS


EPA LEAD/COPPER RULE COMPLIANCE:

We have sent out letters to city residents about the Lead/Copper Compliance Rule (LCCR).  The letter includes instructions on what to do..  Please read the letter, fill out the enclosed form and send 2 pictures of your water line to:

email - wrenshallclerk@gmail.com

mail - City of Wrenshall, P.O. Box 157, Wrenshall, MN 55797

in person - 400 Alcohol Rd, Wrenshall


Use the buttons below to download the letter and form or come to City Hall if you did not receive them.

Lead/Copper Compliance Rule Letter Lead/Copper Compliance Rule Form

More information about the LCCR here: https://www.epa.gov/dwreginfo/lead-and-copper-rule

This video explains exactly how to check your water lines:  https://youtu.be/-4_cW7KxNxw

BUILDING SITES & FEES

Looking for a place to build?   There are three housing developments located in the City of Wrenshall.  Each development offers lots with city water/sewer and power.  

Wrenshall is a small town conveniently located close to Cloquet, Carlton and  Duluth/Superior. 

Our small town atmosphere makes Wrenshall a great place to call home.


HIDDEN MEADOWS -
Ted Erickson - 218-348-3533

PARKWOOD ESTATES -
Ken Poferl - 651-233-7602

PLEASANT VIEW ESTATES -
Pru Properties 218-879-7777
2013 Zoning Map 2023 Fee Schedule Building Permit (for roof, windows, deck etc) Building Permit Packet (for new home construction) Fence Permit

Having Trouble Paying Your Past Due Water Bill? 


Inquire about the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP).  This is a new emergency program designed to assist households with paying for drinking water and/or wastewater services - focusing on ensuring households whose services have been disconnected due to non-payment or are about to be disconnected are able to have their services restored as quickly as possible.


Federal funding is available for use through September 30, 2023.


Visit YouTube to watch this video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObAsuTSnfBs


Contact:


Katherine A. Blauvelt
Assistant Commissioner
85 7th Place East, Suite 500, Saint Paul, MN 55101
  651-539-1827
E-Mail: 
katherine.blauvelt@state.mn.us

Or

Minnesota Department of Commerce Office of Energy Assistance Programs

651-485-0544

E-Mail: michael.schmitz@state.mn.us

Or

Visit mn.gov/commerce

Or

Visit https://ww.acf.hhs.gov/ocs/contact-information/lihwap-contact-information

 Information & Happenings

2023 4th Grade Rural Water Poster Contest Winner and Runners Up
Looking for a book to read or maybe want to share some of your books with others? Check out this AWESOME little free library that a local resident made and put up for the community. It is located at 216 Pioneer Drive across the street from the Pioneer Mobile Home Park.
AND our new little free library made by the students of Mr. Gustafson's at Wrenshall School located on Broadway across from Goad Drive.

COMMUNITY NEWS AND EVENTS

REMINDER TO RESIDENTS


*Burning garbage is against state law and city ordinances.


*Dogs must be under the owner's control at all times.


*Blowing of Grass Clippings into City streets and sidewalks in Prohibited. These Clipping’s collect at storm drains and restrict or prevent proper drainage.

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*“As the weather turns colder, it’s important for Minnesotans to take actions now to stay warm and safe,” said Commerce Commissioner Grace Arnold. “Energy assistance is here to make your energy bills more affordable. You shouldn’t have to choose between paying your energy bill and buying groceries or prescription medications.”

If you are looking for assistance the link below could help provide relief. 

Minnesota’s Energy Assistance Program
BOOKMOBILE DATES
The bookmobile comes to Wrenshall!   Look for it in the Silver Brook Town Hall parking lot at 401 Alcohol Road.

2024 Schedule:
These Mondays from 11:30am - 12pm

April 1 & 22
May 13
June 3 & 24
July 15
August 5 & 26
September 16
October 7 & 28
November 18
December 9 & 30
 

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Have a home or yard project you need some help with?

Check out our visitors page to find some of our fine local businesses for all your needs.

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