City Online Payment Method Changing on December 1st
The City of Maple Plain has switched payment processing companies to lower city costs and create efficiencies. Customers will need to set up new accounts with MuniciPAY to continue making payments for Utility Bills, Permits, and licenses. As of December 1, 2024, payments via PSN (Payment Service Network) will no longer be accepted. Customers are not charged fees unless a payment is returned. The fee for a returned payment will be the amount allowed by MN state statute. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
For more information, visit: www.mapleplain.com/OnlinePayments(MUNICIPAY)
The Maple Plain City Council’s Good Neighbor Award is its highest honor, presented to an individual, organization, or business within the community. This award recognizes a lifetime of service and dedication through volunteerism, integrity, civic engagement, and innovative efforts to address community needs.
2024 Good Neighbor Award recipient is Lisa Schreier.
Lisa Schreier has been a dedicated Reserve Officer for West Hennepin Public Safety since 1986, contributing tens of thousands of volunteer hours over the past 38 years.
As the longest-serving member of the department, Lisa plays a vital role in its operations, supporting various aspects of the organization. She is a key advocate and organizer for the View Santa Program and contributes significantly to community events such as Trunk or Treat, the Maple Plain Fire Department Open House, Night to Unite, the Citizens Academy, and many more.
In addition to her event involvement, Lisa assists with critical administrative tasks, including final record checks, report purging, and responding to callouts or traffic control needs as required.
Although Lisa does not reside in Maple Plain, her dedication and contributions to West Hennepin Public Safety exemplify the spirit of community service. She serves as an inspiring example of using one’s time and talents to enhance the lives of others and to selflessly contribute to a greater cause.
Maple Plain Congratulates Shawn Ebeling On His Promotion To Sergeant At West Hennepin Public Safety
West Hennepin Public Safety is proud to announce Shawn Ebeling has been promoted as Sergeant for West Hennepin Public Safety Department. After an extensive internal promotional process Sergeant Ebeling was selected to lead our patrol officers. Sergeant Ebeling has 17 years of law enforcement experience. Seven years of service at West Hennepin Public Safety and ten years of service at Cottage Grove Police Department. During his law enforcement career, he has served in a dual role as a police officer and paramedic, investigator, use of force instructor, firearms instructor, drug recognition expert, and field training officer.
Chief Kroells stated, "Our agency is honored to have Shawn Ebeling promoted to Sergeant. His strong leadership and futuristic thinking will lead our agency into the future and professionally serve our citizens”.
Sergeant Ebeling stated, “I look forward to my new role as a Sergeant. I am excited to serve our agency, our dedicated police officers and the citizens of Maple Plain and Independence."
Maple Plain Welcome Gabriela William to West Hennepin Public Safety
West Hennepin Public Safety is proud to introduce the newest member of our team, Gabriela Williams, as a patrol officer. Officer Williams is currently serving in the Minnesota Army National Guard as a Military Police Officer and Corrections and Detention Specialist. She also spent four years assigned to the Counterdrug Task Force as an analyst with the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office and the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas. Officer Williams holds an Associate of Science in Criminal Justice from Southern New Hampshire University.
Chief Kroells stated, "Our agency is fortunate to have Officer Williams join our team. Throughout our hiring process we seek out officers with high moral character. Officer Williams fits this requirement. Our community will be well served by Officer Williams”.
Officer Williams stated, “I’m thrilled to introduce myself as a new Police Officer to our communities. I am excited to start my career at West Hennepin Public Safety Department. It is an honor to join the team and serve the citizens of Maple Plain and Independence."
Mayor for a Day Essay Contest
What would our cities look like if kids were in charge?
The Mayor for a Day Essay Contest is back to find out!
To enter, fourth, fifth, and sixth graders can answer the prompt, “What would you do if you were mayor for a day?” for a chance to win $100 and recognition in Minnesota Cities magazine.
The deadline for submissions is Dec. 13. Students and parents/guardians can submit essays via an online form, a PDF email attachment, or through the mail. Winners only will be notified in early January. Some cities may provide additional local recognition for participants.
For more info., click the link here.
Winter Parking Restrictions
Maple Plain's winter parking restrictions. Don't park your car on the street between 1 a.m. and 7 a.m. or after a three-inch or more snowfall from November 1 through April 15. This not only ensures more effective plowing but also helps you avoid a citation.
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 in compostable bags (paper bags) and set 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.