Our Building is Closed, But We Are Working

Our building is closed, but library staff is working from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday and answering your voicemails and emails. The best way to reach us is via email, at campbell_library@egflibrary.org. We can reset your password, update your libra...

New Resources Added to Kids & Teens Section

Check out the Kids & Teens section for even more links to learning and entertainment resources while staying at home.

Explore at Home for Grown-Ups!

Look in the Books and More section of this site for some fun websites for grown-ups to explore while staying at home, such as a Mystery House virtual tour and a Harry Potter Escape Room guide!

Officials Give Situation Update

Mayor Steve Gander and Council President Mark Olstad give a situation update for April 8th 2020

East Grand Forks Mayor Steve Gander and City Council President Mark Olstad give a video update on the current situation regarding the Covid-19 and flood emergencies. The video can be seen at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0huUM3HTR_0 .The video can also ...

City has been Awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Finanical Reporting for 2018

The City has been awarded a certificate of achievement for excellence in financial reporting for the 2018 Comprehensive Annual Finance Report. This is this highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting.

This award is from the Government of Finance Officers Association (GFOA).  The comprehensive annual finance report was reviewed by an impartial panel and was found it met high standards of the program and demonstrates a constructive spirit of ful...

City Playgrounds are Closing on April 7th - Reminder to Keep Social Distancing in Parks

On April 7th the City will be closing playgrounds in all city parks until further notice to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Staff would like to remind all park users playground equipment is not being regularly sanitized at this time.

All park users are being asked to stay off all playground equipment , slides, swing sets, etc within each city park.  Also reminder the greenway trails are closed until further notice due to the spring flooding.

City parks and open spaces will rem...

Minnesota Governor COVID-19 Informational Page

The Minnesota Governor's site now has a COVID-19 response page that includes a message from Governor Walz, links to resources for families, unemployment insurance, the school closure, human service programs, employer/employee links, and links for media.

There are also hotlines available for school and child care questions, health questions, and housing questions.

With Bridge Closures Plan Ahead for Possible City Bus Delays

(4/3/20) FLOOD DETOURS:
Please plan ahead for possible delays with the city bus. Routes 3/4 and 3/6 are detoured due to closures of the Sorlie and Point Bridges.

There will be a bus that will travel back and forth between Cabelas and the Transit Center to connect riders to other bus routes located only within the City of Grand Forks, as well as,  allow you to transfer back to an East Grand Forks route.

Minnesota Ave/Point Bridge will be closed at noon on Sat, April 4th

Due to rising flood waters the Minnesota Avenue Bridge also known as the Point Bridge will be closed at noon on Saturday, April 4th.

Link to Flood Information Page

The flood information page is up and running. It includes once again the gauges showing the river level and changes to the river. It also includes updates from the city and the view of the Sorlie Bridge.

Reminder to Stay off of Levee System & Out of Closed Greenway System

Residents are being reminded that they need to stay off of the levee system and out of the closed greenway.

Residents are not allowed to walk on the levee system unless it is on a trail leading up and into the greenway.  The greenway is closed due to trails being under water.

Guide for Small Businesses that Need Assistance

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development has put together a page with the new information for small businesses that are needing assistance. Please visit https://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/press-releases/?id=425890 for more information.

The Chamber is holding Virtual Meetings for Local Businesses

Starting today, April 2nd, The Chamber is holding virtual meetings covering a variety of information for businesses during this pandemic. They are using Zoom for these meetings and they are capped at 300 participants.

Please visit gochamber.org for more information about these meetings and links to resources for businesses.

Campbell Library will closed as of 5pm, Wednesday April 1st

The Campbell Library will be closing as of 5pm today, April 1st. Front door pick up service will be suspended effective 5pm, the book and A/V drop boxes will be closed, and all physical materials will have a new due date of May 1st.

The Campbell Library staff thanks you for your understanding as they comply with the building closure and keep staff at home.

The Sorlie Bridge will be closing at 1:30pm on April 1st

Due to the rising river and predicted snowfall crews will be closing the Sorlie Bridge starting at 1:30pm on April 1st.

The North & South Pedestrian Bridges in the Greenway are Closed.

Due to rising flood waters both the north and south pedestrian bridges in the greenway system have been closed to the public.

Flood Wall Closures Going Up Along River Road/4th St NW Due to Predicted Rising Waters

Due to rising river levels, uncertain precipitation amounts coming later this week, and with staff currently healthy and able to put flood walls in place while trying to following safety protocols for COVID-19 as much as possible, closures are going up.

The City of East Grand Forks has elected to close the following street sections effective 12:30pm Tuesday, March 31st:

• River Road/4^th ST NW, from 17^th ST NW to 5^th Avenue NW.
• 12^th ST NW, from 8^th Avenue NW to River Road NW.

The City will be erecting the Rive...

Change to Local Boards of Appeal & Equalization and Open Book Meetings

Due to recent events, Polk County will follow the guidance of the Minnesota Department of Health to limit the spread of COVID-19 and not hold public meetings. This will affect the local board of appeal and equalization and open book meetings.

Taxpayers wanting to appeal their property valuations will need to contact the Polk County Assessor’s Office.  The Assessor’s office can be reached by telephone at (218) 281-4186, by sending a letter to the Polk County Assesso...

March 26th COVID-19 Update from Mayor Gander

Please click on the link to watch an update from Mayor Gander.

Cities Area Transit Opertating Fare Free starting March 23rd

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all Cities Area Transit (CAT) services (fixed route, Senior Rider, & Paratransit) will be fare free beginning March 23. No fare collection and purchasing will allow CAT staff to more effectively address health recommendations

With no need to sell passes, the Metro Transit Center, located at 450 Kittson Ave Grand Forks, ND 58201, will be closed to the public beginning Monday, March 23. This includes the Jefferson Lines offices.

Cities Area Transit riders are recommended to use t...

COVID-19 or Coronavirus Page on City Website

There is a page on the city website that has resource links, healthcare contact information, a link to the Governor's News page, updates from Mayor Gander, availability of meals, and a link for those that need to sign up for unemployment insurance.

It will be updated when new information comes out or becomes available.

Public Notice on Changing Format for Council Meetings

Starting with the March 24th Work Session, the Council will be meeting remotely. These meetings will still be streamed. Please review the public notice for how meetings will be held and how to make arrangements to attend remotely if needed.

Updated Drop Sites - Public School Free Grab & Go Meals Available

The East Grand Forks Public School will be providing free meals to all children who are 18 years and younger while the school is closed. All children will be eligible. Please see the attachment for all the delivery sites where meals can be picked up.

Please call the School at (218) 773-3494 if special accommodations are needed.  Families that lack transportation may request food to be delivered by contacting Debbie Delisle at (218) 773-0476 or by emailing ddelisle@egf.k12.mn.us.  

Senior Center is Closed Until Further Notice - Meals on Wheels Program will Continue

The Senior Center will be closed until further notice. The Meals on Wheels program will continue while the center is closed so those that receive these meals will continue to do so.

With Bridge Closure Plan Ahead for Possible City Bus Delays

(4/3/20) FLOOD DETOURS:
Please plan ahead for possible delays with the city bus. Routes 3/4 and 3/6 are detoured due to closures of the Sorlie and Point Bridges.

There will be a bus that will travel back and forth between Cabela’s and the Transit Center to connect riders to other bus routes located only within the City of Grand Forks, as well as, allow you to transfer back to an East Grand Forks route.

Minnesota Ave/Point Bridge will be closed at noon on Sat, April 4th

Due to rising flood waters the Minnesota Avenue Bridge also known as the Point Bridge will be closed at noon on Saturday, April 4th.

Reminder to Stay Off of Levee System & Out of Closed Greenway

Residents are being reminded that they need to stay off of the levee system and out of the closed greenway.

Residents are not allowed to walk on the levee system unless it is on trails leading into the greenway.  The greenway is closed due to the trails being under water.

The Sorlie Bridge closed on Wednesday, April 1st

Due to rising waters and the snow storm event the Sorlie Bridge has been closed until further notice.

The North & South Pedestrian Bridges in the Greenway are Closed

Due to rising flood waters both the north and south pedestrian bridges in the greenway system have been closed to the public.

Mayoral Declaration of Local Flood Emergency

Mayoral Declaration for Local Public Health Emergency

Information on Local Sales & Use Tax

Currently there is a 1% local sales and use tax in place in East Grand Forks to pay for the city swimming pool renovations. Please visit the local sales and use tax page for more information.

Business Office Closed to Public

Our business office at City Hall will be closed to the public starting at 12pm today March 18, 2020 until further notice.

Water and Light payments can be made online by visiting our website waterandlight.info, through the phone Monday thru Friday 8am-5pm a...

COVID-19 Safety

The East Grand Forks Water and Light Department have taken precautionary steps within our offices in effort towards reducing the spread of any potential illnesses. Counters, door handles, and office materials have been disinfected while we still prioritiz...