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Welcome to the City of Foley…a Minnesota thriving rural community!

City of Foley has a strong economic base, a convenient and accessible location, education system, numerous recreational activities and a quality of life, based on traditional values.

Notices

Truth-in-Taxation Public Hearing Dec. 1 at 6:00 p.m.
The City will hold its Truth-In-Taxation public hearing Tuesday, Dec.1, at 6:00 p.m. This hearing is held prior to the adoption of the final budget for 2021.
Residents with questions on the city budget and tax levy are encouraged to attend this meeting or contact City Hall at 968-7260 or contactus@ci.foley.mn.us.  The safety of all our residents is a top priority so staff can also relay any comments submitted via email, phone or letter to the City Council at the meeting.
The proposed levy is a 1.05% increase, well below the city’s estimated growth in tax capacity of 4%.

 

The Benton County Government Center provides DMV services and has now reopened

Attention Drivers: Foley City Hall does not offer DMV Services or behind the wheel and written driver tests.
If you need to schedule a test, you will need to schedule online at the website below.
An online version of the written test is also now available to be taken with a proctor.
The Benton County Government Center provides DMV services and has now reopened.  They are available for walk-ins for tabs, titles and standard driver’s licenses.  Enhanced or Real ID requests require an appointment.  Please call 968-5010 with questions or to schedule an appointment. You may need to leave a message for staff to call you back as they work through the backlog of requests.

 

 

Notice of City Board Positions Available

As of January 1, 2021, there will be positions available on various City boards. The terms of these positions vary from one to four years. Anyone interested in being considered for appointment or with questions please contact City Hall at 320-968-7260, or P.O. Box 709, Foley, MN 56329.

  • Health Board
  • Library Board
  • Planning Commission
  • Economic Development Authority

For more information: Annual Appointments and Meetings; Board and Commissions Service Application Form

 

Seasonal Water System Maintenance May Cause Temporary Water Discoloration

Foley Public Works will be flushing the city water system this fall as part of routine maintenance of the water system. If you encounter discolored water during this period, you can run the cold, unsoftened tap for a few minutes to clear it up.

The discoloration is not harmful to humans or animals. The color change is due to water sitting in the larger mains and the iron settles out. The sediment sits on the bottom of the main until the water flow is increased.

The flushing process stirs up the sedimentation in the pipe and the water turns black or brown. This process also cleans out the stagnated water in the mains that have little water usage.

For more information: Foley Public Works, 320-968-4082.

 
Winter Parking Begins Nov. 1
Just a friendly reminder that Winter Parking will begin on Nov. 1. Here’s what you need to know.
  • No parking is allowed on any city street or alley during the winter months Nov. 1 through March 31 regardless of weather conditions between the hours of 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.
  • Also – please remember that no parking is allowed overnight in the downtown area from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. year round.
For more information: Foley Police Department, 320-968-0800
Proposed Orderly Annexation Joint Planning Agreement

Rural Broadband Coalition Launches Speed Test Initiative

The Minnesota Rural Broadband Coalition announced on Aug. 3 the launch of the Minnesota Speed Test Initiative. Cities are encouraged to ask their residents to take the broadband speed test, which will provide data to make better decisions on broadband infrastructure spending.
For more information: 

 

The City of Foley Responds to Coronavirus

  • Per the Governor’s order, masks must be worn inside public buildings. People with medical conditions are exempt from wearing a mask.
  • The city encourages everyone to use alternative methods of communication to help prevent the spread of viruses (phone, email, website, drop box, etc.).
  • Follow city communications through our usual channels (website, Facebook, Twitter).
  • Follow the advice of official county, state and federal organizations such as Benton County Public Health, Minnesota Department of Health, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
  • Stay home if you are sick, keep calm and wash your hands.

Resources For Small Businesses

You can now sign up for emergency text alerts from Benton County. Sign up through the Swift911 Portal at this link.

MnDOT Hwy 23 – Foley to Milaca Project Information

MnDOT will improve 13.5 miles of Highway 23 from Foley to Milaca in 2022.

For more information:

Foley City Council Temporarily Allows Expanded Outdoor Seating; City Hall Open by Appointment Only

On May 21, the City Council passed an interim ordinance that would temporarily allow expanded outdoor seating. A permit is required and can be obtained by restricted businesses by contacting City Hall.

You can read the ordinance at this link: An Interim Ordinance Temporarily Allowing Expanded Outdoor Seating (May 21)

The council also voted to allow City Hall to open by appointment only until June 3. Call City Hall at 320-968-7260 to schedule an appointment.

Picnic Areas, Skate Park, and Playground Equipment Open to Public
The city has decided to reopen the playground and picnic areas in Holdridge, Lion’s, and Norway Parks.

PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to use the park equipment, it will be at your own risk. The picnic tables, benches, and playground equipment will not be sanitized by city personnel. Please practice social distancing and remember to wash your hands frequently.

The bathrooms at Holdridge and Lion’s Park will remain closed at this time.

 

 

 

Foley City Council Votes to Raise Water/Sewer Rates and Fees for 2020
The Foley City Council voted unanimously during their Dec. 3 council meeting to raise the city water/sewer rates for 2020. The new 2020 rates are roughly the equivalent of a 5% increase over the 2019 rates.

Foley residents will see an increase to their minimum water/sewer bill from $87.69 to $92.73. This includes an increase in the Minnesota Test Fee from $1.59 per quarter to $2.43 per quarter. The increase in the MN Test Fee will begin with the January 2020 billing (prior to the rate increase), making the minimum water bill for only the January billing $88.53.

The City of Foley is systematically raising rates to fund an anticipated wastewater system upgrade as well as to qualify for state funding for the project. Without state funding, Foley residents would end up footing the entire bill for the anticipated multi-million wastewater improvement project.

Rates are effective upon publication, Jan. 1, 2020. Foley residents will see the new rates reflected in their first quarter 2020 water/sewer utility bills scheduled to arrive in mailboxes in April 2020

 

Sump Pump Water Discharge

To avoid creating water and/or ice hazards for pedestrians and motorists, residents are requested to move sump pump discharge hoses away from sidewalks and roadways to the edge of road right-of-way, so water drains onto your lawn or yard.

To prevent water from pooling on properties and creating a nuisance for neighbors, it is recommended residents move their discharge hoses frequently so the water can be absorbed faster into the soil.

The City of Foley Code of Ordinances Section 1100 defines a public nuisance as anything that endangers the public safety. This includes anything that interferes with, obstructs, or renders dangerous for passage, any public highway or right-of-way, or waters used by the public.

For more information: Please contact Foley City Hall at 320-968-7260.

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