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
Northside Improvements Early Assessment Payments and Deferred Assessment Policy
The City Council reconvened on Nov. 7 and adopted the 2025 Northside Improvements Final Assessment Roll.
The City of Foley will accept full or partial interest free assessment payments at City Hall for the next 30 days through Dec. 7. After that time, the remaining assessments will be sent to Benton County to be assessed to property taxes for payment beginning in 2026. The assessment term is 20 years with a 5% annual interest rate.
Deferred Assessment Eligibility
Property owners who are 65 years or older who also meet financial requirements can apply for assessment deferments. Applications are available below and at City Hall and must be turned in no later than 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14.
For more information, please call City Hall at 320-968-7260.
Council Conversations – Oct. 31 and Nov. 17
Face-to-face conversations are the best way to ask questions and talk about the issues that are important to you!
Foley residents and business owners are invited to two Council Conversation events to talk with councilmembers and city staff. It’s a great opportunity for you to give your opinions, ask questions, and get answers in real time.
Location: Foley City Hall – Council Chamber
- Friday, Oct. 31, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Monday, Nov. 17, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
If you are unable to attend, please feel free to reach out directly to your councilmembers. You can find their contact information on the city’s website.
The purpose of these events is to provide designated time for open forum. Our hope is that feedback from residents and business owners can be used to make future plans and decisions for the city. This is not an official meeting of the council – no official action on city business will be taken.
Winter Parking Begins (Nov. 1 – March 31)
No parking is allowed on any city street or alley during the winter months (Nov. 1 – March 31) regardless of weather conditions between the hours of 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Xcel Energy has provided information on upcoming Public Hearings.
Participants are asked to share stories about what life is like in Foley now or make predictions on how Foley and the world may be different in 2100.
• Tell a story about what you see around town today. Include a picture.
2025 Northside Improvement Project Beginning Late May
The project scope includes replacing the existing street and sidewalks, sanitary sewer, water main, services, and storm sewer system. Project is expected to begin in late May, weather permitting.
For more information: 2025 Northside Improvement Project
Foley City Council Votes to Raise Water/Sewer Rates and Fees for 2025
The Foley City Council voted during their Dec. 3 council meeting to raise the city water/sewer rates for 2025. The new 2025 rates are roughly the equivalent of a 6% increase over the 2024 rates.
Foley residents will see an increase to their minimum water/sewer bill from $64.41 to $68.41.
The City of Foley systematically raises rates to maintain water/sewer service and to fund other needed infrastructure projects.
Rates are effective upon publication. Foley residents will see the new rates reflected in their February 2025 water/sewer utility bills.
The council also voted to amend the Winter Sewer Lock rate calculation to be the average of January, February, March, and April sewer usage. The Winter Sewer Lock will be in effect for the months of May, June, July, and August usage.
Lead Service Line Replacement
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Façade Improvement Program for Downtown Businesses
The City of Foley has created a Façade Improvement Grant Program to help stimulate external, visible investment in our downtown corridor business district.
The new pilot program will provide a 1:1 matching grant for actual design and construction costs of up to $5,000 per property. Property owners and business owners are encouraged to consider improvements that incorporate the surrounding community including but not limited to aesthetics, environment, cultural and historic elements, and architecture. These improvements should create a cohesive attractive environment with surrounding properties.
- Matching grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded to property owners and/or business tenants (with property owner approval).
- Qualifying projects will require design approval from the City of Foley’s Economic Development Authority (EDA).
- Eligible businesses must be in the downtown corridor (see map).
- All work must be done on the building exterior and result in visible improvement as determined by the EDA.
- Approvable projects include exterior building and landscape improvements visible from the public right-of-way.
The Façade Improvement Program offers a great opportunity to help revitalize and beautify our downtown business corridor! Interested property owners and/or businesses should apply as soon as possible. Eligible Projects will be approved as long as funds remain available.
For more Information:
Housing Study and Presentation 2023
A comprehensive needs analysis for Benton County, Minnesota. The study project housing demand from 2022 – 2035 and provides recommendations on the amount and type of housing that could be built in Benton County and the individual submarkets to satisfy demand from current and future residents over the next decade and beyond.
Wastewater Project Update December 2023
The city’s Wastewater Regionalization project that began in 2022 is
nearing completion. Here’s a look at the history of wastewater in Foley and why the city chose to begin this project.
For more information: Wastewater Project Update December 2023
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 so water drains onto your lawn or yard.
To prevent water from pooling on properties and creating a nuisance for neighbors, it is also 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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