The Leaflet is a mini-update from the City of Maple Plain; just a glance at recent Council discussions or other issues. If you have questions or ideas for future updates, please send them to cityadmin@mapleplain.com.
City Offices on the November Ballot
The Mayor and two city council positions are on the ballot. The City received four affidavits of candidacy forms.
Position of Mayor candidates
- Julie Maas-Kusske
Position of Council Member candidates
- Rochelle Arvizo
- Mike DeLuca
- John Fay
We are excited to learn more about these candidates in support of the general election on Nov. 5th.
The General Election is coming on 11/5/24.
If you want to skip the line, you can vote early. The two options for voting early are absentee voting by mail and voting in person. To request an absentee ballot for the 2024 elections, you may complete the online absentee application here or download a paper application from the Minnesota State website. Once your application is filled out, it can be submitted to the Hennepin County election office by mail, fax, or email. For detailed instructions on how to return your absentee application, visit. You may apply for an absentee ballot at any point during the year except on Election Day. Be sure to leave ample time for election officials to process and mail your ballot, which must be received by Election Day to be counted. To vote early in person, after September 20th, residents of Maple Plain can participate in early voting by submitting an absentee ballot during regular office hours at Maple Plain City Hall. This option provides flexibility for those unable to vote on Election Day. In addition to the standard office hours, early voting will be available on specific extended days. Residents can vote from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on October 26, November 2, and November 3, and from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM on October 29. This ensures ample opportunities for voters to cast their ballots at a time that best suits their schedules.
To vote on election day, In Maple Plain, only one polling precinct is located at City Hall. The polls will be open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Election Day. A sample ballot will be posted at City Hall, or you can visit the Secretary of State’s website (https://myballotmn.sos.mn.gov/) to view your precinct ballot and prepare ahead of time. Maple Plain is committed to conducting free, fair, and transparent elections, and strict federal regulations govern behavior at polling places. Only authorized personnel and voters are allowed inside the polling location. Campaigning and displaying political materials, including t-shirts, buttons, or literature promoting specific candidates, political parties, or ballot questions, are strictly prohibited within the polling place and a 100-foot perimeter. Voters can cast their ballots without facing any influence, pressure, or interference. To protect voter privacy, taking photos is discouraged. This ensures the confidentiality of not only how a person votes but also whether an individual has voted at all.
How to register to vote before Oct. 16th
- Start or update your registration on Minnesota’s election website or register to vote by mail or in person.
- Download the registration form the state website here and return the completed form to Maple Plain City Hall or mail to Hennepin County Elections.
- Mailing address: Hennepin Count Elections 300 South 6th St. MC 680, Minneapolis, MN 55487
Upcoming Sidewalk Replacement for ADA Compliance
Hennepin County is committed to improving accessibility for all residents. As part of this effort, sidewalk replacement work will be taking place to ensure compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA). The project will involve replacing two pedestrian walk ramps:
- All 4 corners of the intersection at Budd Ave. and Main Street
- The northeast corner of the intersection at Budd Ave. and Oak Street
Construction is scheduled to begin on September 16th and is expected to be completed by September 27th. We appreciate your patience as we work to enhance accessibility in our community.
Good Neighbor Award Nominations
The Maple Plain City Council is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Good Neighbor Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Council to an individual, organization, or business in Maple Plain.
The Good Neighbor Award recognizes a lifetime of service and dedication through volunteerism, virtue, civic engagement, and creative efforts to meet the needs of the community.
Submit nominations online at www.mapleplain.com/good-neighbor-award or at City Hall by Friday, October 11th.
Save the date! Truck-or-Treat
Mark your calendars for the spookiest event of the year! The annual Truck-Or-Treat bash, sponsored by the West Hennepin Chamber of Commerce, will take place on Saturday, October 26th, in the parking lots of Iron Exchange and Forkless. Time is still a mystery, but stay tuned! Costumes? Encouraged! Come hungry, bring some cash, and make a day of it—there’s something for everyone! If you’re feeling festive and want to decorate your truck or trunk and hand out treats, we’d love to have you join the fun. Just shoot an email to whccmn@gmail.com or give Julie a ring at 763-479-6010.
Keep an eye on our website for more spooky updates here.
SAVE THE DATE!!!
THE WEST HENNEPIN PUBLIC SAFETY RESERVES ARE SPONSORING THE 43rd ANNUAL “VIEW SANTA” PROGRAM. IT WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7th, 2024.
THE RESERVES WILL ALSO COLLECT NONPERISHABLE FOOD DONATIONS FOR LOCAL FOOD SHELVES.
COME TO THE INDEPENDENCE CITY HALL ATRIUM (1920 COUNTY ROAD 90) FROM 3:30 TO 4:15 P.M. OR TO MAPLE PLAIN VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK (5190 INDEPENDENCE STREET AVENUE) FROM 4:45 TO 5:30 P.M.
TO MEET SANTA AND TAKE PHOTOS OR SEE SANTA ON HIS ROUTE THROUGH TOWN.
Yard Waste, Brush, & Christmas Tree Collection
Yard Waste: Through Republic Services, yard waste and brush are collected free of charge on garbage collection day (Monday) through November (November 25, 2024), weather permitting. Like refuse, yard waste must be placed out for collection by 6:00 am.
Christmas Trees: Non-artificial (live) Christmas trees are collected free of charge during the first two weeks of January. Trees must be set out curbside without bags and free of ornaments, tinsel, garland, and lights. Trees longer than 8 feet must be cut into sections.
