FAQ

How do I register to vote?

You may register to vote the day of elections at the polling place with the required information or call the County Auditor’s Office 463-1282.

Where do I vote?

Mail in Ballots for the 2020 cycle only due to Covid-19. questions call the County Auditor office. If you reside within the city limits of Badger, Minnesota, you vote at the community center – 111 North Main Street.

General Election Sample Ballot 2020 - Roseau County

General Election Sample Ballot 2020 – Roseau County

For more information on Elections visit: http://www.co.roseau.mn.us/government/a_-_e/auditor/elections.php#.X5wtH9JKiUk

Who should I contact with further questions?

You may call the city office: 528-3670; the County Auditor’s Office: 463-1282 or the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State: (651) 215-1440; 1-877-600-8683; email: [email protected] |  website: www.sos.state.mn.us

What are the city office hours?

The city office will be open:

Monday- Friday  8:15am – 4:45pm

With the exception of the 2nd Wednesday of the month (the day the council meets). This day the office will be closed for a work day.

The city office will be closed for Federal Holidays, weather emergencies and when the office staff takes vacation or sick leave.

Feel free to call up to a week ahead of time to find out about scheduled closures.

When is garbage pick-up?

The City of Badger contracts with Hammer Sanitation for its refuse service.  It is recommended and preferred that you place your garbage in plastic garbage bags, tie them securely and place them in trash cans, preferably with covers.  Place the trash can(s) up by the street/road by 7 a.m. on Thursday mornings.

Hammer Sanitation

Address: 206 N Main St, Badger, MN 56714

Phone: (218) 528-2050

Where can I bring my recyclables?

MAR-kit provides recycling bins for Badger area residents.  The bins are located at the intersection of South Main Street & University Avenue.  Please read the signs and throw only approved recyclable items in the bins.  The City of Badger pays MAR-kit a contamination fee for all items in the bins that are non-recyclable.  DO NOT throw the bags you use to haul your recyclables to the bins.

Do I need a building permit?

In most cases it is best to fill out the building permit application and turn it in to the city office.  City staff will send it to the building official for his determination.

Why did my water bill increase?

High water usage is usually a valve left on or a toilet stool valve leaking or the water softener continues to cycle.  If the water flow is recorded by the meter, the customer is responsible and charged for the water usage.  A stool valve leaking is the most common cause for high water usage.  Be sure to also check any outside spigots that may have been left on or turned on by mistake.

Where do we dispose of hazardous waste materials?

For questions or information concerning hazardous waste disposal call the Roseau County Environmental Office: (218) 463-3750 – Jeff Pelowski, Environmental Officer.