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1. I am moving to Fridley. Who do I contact for utilities?

Water/Sewer is handled through City Hall. Please call (763) 572-3529 with questions. Natural gas is handled through CenterPoint Energy, and electricity is handled through Xcel Energy.

Please visit our Utilities Page for more info.

2. Where do I find a list of waste haulers / garbage collectors?

We have a complete list of licensed waste haulers available online. Residential customers should look for a company with a Class I designation. All residential curbside recycling in Fridley is handled through Republic Services: (952) 941-5174.

List of Licensed Waste Haulers

3. Where do I register my children for school?

There are 4 public school districts that service areas of Fridley, as well as a number of private schools within the city. Fridley School Listings

4. Where do I vote?

Information on polling locations, voter registration, absentee ballots and becoming an election judge is available on our Elections Page or by calling City Clerk Deb Skogen at (763) 572-3523. Fridley Elections / Voting Information

5. What can I recycle?

• Plastic bottles
• Berry Boxes & Deli Containers
• Cream Cheese / Butter Tubs
• Yogurt, Pudding or Fruit Cups
• Mail, Office & School Paper (all colors)
• Envelopes, Receipts & Scrap Paper
• Magazines & Catalogs
• Newspaper, Inserts & Phone Books
• Aseptic Containers for Soup & Juice
• Cardboard Boxes & Gift Boxes
• Cereal, Cracker, Pasta, Cake Mix Boxes
• Glass Food/Beverage Bottles & Jars
• Metal Food & Beverage Cans

 Recyclables should be placed loose in the recycle cart, never in plastic bags. 

Recycling and Waste Disposal Information

6. Where can I find bus, Park & Rides or Northstar information?

The Northstar Commuter Rail connects to downtown Minneapolis, the airport, the Mall of America and more. Access is on 61st Avenue at either East River Road or University Avenue.
Fridley Northstar Station: serves the commuter train as well as bus routes that run along East River Road including routes 810 and 852.

There's also a park and ride lot at the Church of Saint William: 6120 5th St NE. This location serves bus routes along University Avenue including routes 10, 824 and 854.

For more information on fares, routes and where to purchase Go-To cards, please visit MetroTransit.org.
Click to Visit the Metro Transit Website

7. Do I need a cat / dog license?

All dogs over 6 months must be licensed and vaccinated against rabies. Fridley dog licenses are issued for the lifetime of the dog, or until its ownership is transferred. The license fee is $25.
We do not require cats to be licensed. Fridley Dog License Information

8. When do I need a building permit? What home projects require a permit?

A permit is needed for all new construction, additions, remodeling, alterations and most replacements. Improvements that can be done without a permit might include fences (fence handout), painting, papering, floor coverings or any other cosmetic changes. See the State Building Code, Section 1300.0120, Permits, on the State of Minnesota web site for more details or see Permit Requirements For Building & Construction page.

9. When does the City Council meet? Where can I view agendas/minutes/meetings?

The Fridley City Council typically meeting on the 2nd and 4th Monday each month. Meetings start at 7pm and are held in the Council Chambers, main level of City Hall. Our City Council Page provides information on our Council members and how to learn more about meeting content. City Council Page

10. Where can I find County resources such as job training, economic assistance and public health services?

Fridley resides within Anoka County and the county offers a variety of programs and resources to help families in need. Click the link below to visit the Anoka County Human Services Division for details. Anoka County Human Services

11. Can I Open a Home Business?

Yes! With some limitations, home businesses, known in City Code as Home Occupations, are allowed in Fridley. Key requirements include:

• Home Occupations are allowed within homes in residential Zoning Districts: R-1, R-2, R-4, S-1, and O-6.
• The Home Occupation cannot use more than 2 off-street parking spaces, in addition to the spaces required by the home.
• The Home Occupation should not be identifiable from outside the home. 
• No more than 1 non-resident employee is allowed. All other employees must reside in the home.
• Retail sales are prohibited, unless incidental to a service (e.g., a barber selling shampoo), or sales conducted by mail.
• No more than three garage sales may be held per year. Sales may last up to 3 days at a time.
• The following are not allowed as Home Occupations: massage therapy, automotive repair, commercial food service, and businesses with more than 10 customer vehicles per day.

Fridley does not issue Home Occupation licenses. Depending on the type of Home Occupation, other approvals may be required from other agencies (ex: Family Child Care Provider license, Cottage Food Producer registration, etc.) 

Read more about Home Occupations in this handout or Fridley City Code Chapter 205