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There have been reports of blue-green algae blooms on lakes in Polk County. Blue-green algae are types of bacteria that are normally present in bodies of water and common in Minnesota. When conditions are right, the blue-green algae can grow quickly forming “blooms.” Certain varieties of blue-green algae can produce toxins that are linked to […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all areas of the economy, and transportation is no different. Due to the pandemic, people have been traveling less, buying less gas, and fewer new vehicles. That impacts transportation funding from the State of Minnesota for County State Aid Highways (CSAH). Polk County Highway Engineer Rich Sanders said the State
Polk County recently finished their reconstruction project on the east shore at Maple Lake. The project expanded the beach, added new grass for picnicking, and plenty of parking for public beachgoers. The parking area design uses back-in diagonal parking to allow beach users to unload right onto the beach. Polk County Engineer Rich Sanders said
Are you wondering what to do with those old paints and chemicals in your home? If so, bring them to one of Polk County’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection events. The first collection event will be held at the Fertile Fairgrounds on Friday, May 29 from 3-6 p.m. The second collection will be at the East
The Ranch Resort recently received a conditional use permit from the Polk County Commissioners to expand its campsites from nine to 49. The Ranch Resort, located on 80 acres a quarter mile north of Maple Lake, has been in operation since 2006 with a conditional use permit for nine campsites, each allowed one horse, and
The Polk County Planning and Zoning Office has been receiving quite a few calls regarding the density of campers on Polk County Lakes. Polk County Planning and Zoning Administrator Jacob Snyder said campers are strictly identified in the zoning ordinance for limiting density and the proper use of lake lots. Most zoning enforcement is complaint-driven
