Services A-Z

Residents can use Mankato’s 24-hour service numbers to report graffiti, street maintenance requests, snow removal information and more.  Printable list.

Call 911 in the event of an emergency or nonemergency.

Mankato's City Council agenda provides a list of topics that are scheduled to be addressed at Mankato City Council meetings. Access current and past agendas online.

The annual photo contest encourages citizen involvement and showcases Mankato’s quality of life and spaces and places.  Download entry form.

Property owners are assessed for improvements and street projects. Contact city staff for information about project costs and payback options.

Sign up for Mankato’s automatic pay plan to your city utility bill— water/sewer/garbage/recycling services online.

The bicycle motocross has a track for dirt bike enthusiasts. It also features hiking/trails and picnic facilities.

The city plants a variety of boulevard trees at a minimal cost to homeowners. Trees are planted in the spring. Keep a great thing growing…plant a tree.

Learn more about Mankato’s annual budget which includes costs and revenues.

Contact Community Development staff for building inspection requests at 507-387-8620.

Planning to do any new construction or building alterations to your property? You will need a city building permit. Generally, permits are required whenever a building is: improved, reconstructed, moved, demolished, converted, altered and removed. Permits are also required for plumbing and electrical work.

Obtain a burn permit through the Mankato Department of Public Safety. Call for an on-site visit by the Fire Marshal to verify safety considerations.  Burn permits are required for fires other than recreational guidelines.

Ride the bus with us for your destination on time. Mankato’s buses provide an inexpensive, convenient and reliable alternative to driving a car that also benefits the environment. Buses are accessible and bike racks are available.

Mankato's city calendar provides useful contact information, meeting dates and locations and city service messages. 

The Land of Memories Park features 47 camping sites, with a variety of open grassy areas, shaded wooded sites, and secluded spots to camp along the Minnesota River for both tents and recreational vehicles.

Central Garage staff performs maintenance on city vehicles.

Take part in Mankato’s annual Christmas tree recycling program, a value added benefit to city utility services. Trees are recycled and reused as mulch in Mankato parks

Citizens are the government. Learn how to get involved. Apply to serve on a citizen committee.

A City Center Renaissance Stakeholder Task Force has been charged with a planning process that incorporates past planning practices and Envision 2020 visions/action steps into a City Center Renaissance Plan. The plan will expand the traditional downtown area to include surrounding neighborhoods. The following are the designated areas within the City Center: Downtown Core, Five Corners and Old Main, Old Town and Washington Park, South Front Street and South Riverfront Drive, Sibley Parkway, Front Street Plaza.

Mankato is a City Charter form government. A charter establishes the form of government for cities. Mankato is organized in the council-manager form. A charter is a city’s constitution and is approved by citizens. Through charters, citizens design their city’s form of government. Mankato’s first city charter was established in 1868.

The City Clerk oversees licensing as well as maintains and preserves the city’s official documents, including contracts and agreements, licenses, easements and the City Code. The City Clerk also processes citizens’ claims for damages against the city, maintains all official records of the City Council, and issues licenses for liquor, gambling, soft drinks, dogs, tobacco, door-to-door sales and rental housing.

The City Council Handbook is one of many resources that Mankato City Council members can use to help them with defining their duties and responsiblities.

The City Manager serves as the Chief Administrative Officer of the City and is responsible to the Council for the administration of all city affairs under City Charter. The City Manager is responsible for all city services and appoints department directors, evaluates the performance of employees, sets general personnel policies and approves staff appointments. The Manager prepares the annual budget, advises the Mayor and Council as to administrative and financial needs and maintains contact with federal, state and local agencies.

Contact a Mankato staff member.

Attend a concert, expo, show and more at the civic center. See the latest events and learn all about the venue at www.verizonwirelesscentermn.com

Community Development staff assists to plan and manage Mankato’s physical growth and expansion.

Call 387-8617 to report a rental nuisance or complaint or use the Customer Service Form to submit your requests, comments, questions and complaints.

Compost and yard wastes are not permitted in the landfill including leaves, grass, brush, tree waste, shrub waste, prunings and garden waste. Learn how to properly dispose of these materials.

Mankato's City Council agenda provides a list of topics that are scheduled to be addressed at Mankato City Council meetings. Access current and past agendas online.

Learn about crime prevention from Mankato Department of Public Safety police officers.

If you have a crime tip to report, call the crime-solvers hotline at 345-1023.

Mankato's Cultural, Arts and Community Enhancement Committee goal of is to bring together disciplines, jurisdictions and systems which are involved in cultural, art, and community enhancement sector to develop a workable action plan creating a Cultural, Art and Community Enhancement presence in the City Center that will have a measurable impact, enhance property values and livability and increase visitors in the area. Learn more.

Get detailed community information about climate, population, cost of living, employment and labor, economic indicators and much more.

Report downed trees by calling 507-387-8649.

Report drainage problems by calling 507-387-8615. Sump pump information is available online.

Contact Engineering staff for easement information.

Get detailed economic information about the Mankato area.

Elk’s Nature Center provides environmental education programs and periodic events.

Call 911 in the event of an emergency or nonemergency.

Emerson Park has a shelter and picnic area.

Engineering staff solves problems and makes things work more efficiently.

Sibley Park features a farm with more than six varieties of birds and serveral animals including goats, cows, miniature horses, alpacas and pigs.

To file a police report call 911.  A copy of a police report can be obtained at the law enforcement center.

Mankato Department of Public Safety fire staff ensures new constructions, housing (residential and rental) and buildings are aligned with the fire code for the public’s safety. Staff is authorized to issue citations for violations of the Uniform Fire Code, the Uniform Housing Code and the Rental Housing Code.

The fire marshal provides public education opportunities for fire safety.

Information on legal and illegal fireworks.

Beautiful flower and landcape gardens are a signature item at Sibley Park. The flower garden areas and gazebo have been popular for outdoor weddings and photography sessions.

Plan your next event at the Floyd Roberts Jr. Pavilion in the Land of Memories Park. It offers a unique gathering space for an event and includes a beautiful view.

Trees add the soft touch of nature to our busy lives. They help fight pollution, conserve energy, benefit wildlife and make neighborhoods more livable. A tree planting and maintenance program preserves one of the city’s greatest assets and the quality of life for future generations.

See what commercial funding options may be available to you.  
 

Call the 24-hour graffiti hotline 387-8610 to report graffiti because taking prompt, proactive steps to report and remove graffiti is the best way to prevent it from occurring in the community.

Greater Mankato Growth provides a variety of services for those looking to move their business or reinvest in the Mankato area.

The Here to Serve You brochure contains contact information for the City of Mankato and Mankato Area Public Schools.

Heritage Estates is a neighborhood park that features basketball courts, picnic facilities and playground equipment.

Mankato is rich in history from its first inhabitants, the Dakota Indians to its present day residents. Learn more about how Mankato became the city it is today.

The City Center Walking Tour and more brochure promotes Mankato's heritage and details key historical places and heritage plaques which communicate local history.

Learn about home improvement funding and neighborhood preservation sources.

Housing financial assistance is available to those who qualify. Learn more.

Learn about the housing programs available in Mankato (eligibility based).

See job openings for the City of Mankato organization.

There are more than 2,000 fire hydrants in the city of Mankato.  View a map of hydrant locations within the city (tip--view map at 100 percent to see location detail).  Help us help you by adopting a fire hydrant to keep it clear of snow.  Doing so helps give firefighters efficient access in the event of a fire.  For more information contact public safety-fire staff at 507-387-8577; or to report a damaged fire hydrant contact public works staff at 507-387-8660. 
 

Mankato’s Public Works staff strives to provide the safest winter driving conditions possible. See the City of Mankato’s snow and ice control policy (pdf). Learn what to do in the event of a snow emergency (507-387-9001, 24-hour service).

Information Technology supports all city departments to provide cost effective and efficient technology solutions.

Contact Community Development staff for building inspection requests at 387-8620.

Learn about the basics of being a landlord or a renter.

Save time by taking part in Mankato’s leaf pickup service. Leaf pickup begins when leaves fall and ends when the leaves are gone or the snow arrives.

Contact the City Clerk’s office for the following licenses: liquor, gambling, soft drinks, dogs, tobacco, door-to-door sales and rental housing.

If you lost a dog or pet, contact Mankato’s Animal Impound at 507-387-8590 or lostpets@city.mankato.mn.us.

The customer service form is used by the city of Mankato to track incoming requests, comments, questions and complaints.

Mankato Hot Spots highlight city service places and spaces.

Be a good neighbor. Get involved in a Neighborhood Watch program. Call 507-387-8722.

Mankato publishes an annual newsletter to keep citizens informed about city happenings.

Call 507-387-8722 to report a non-rental nuisance or complaint.

Call 507-387-8617 to report a rental nuisance or complaint.
 

Take advantage of Mankato’s online services—pay/view your city utility bill, subscribe to city news, apply for a city job, apply to serve on a citizen committee, apply for housing services, register your bike, participate in city items being auctioned on eBay, find your councilperson, bus route or lost pet.

Mankato's organizational chart shows detailed levels of the City of Mankato organization.

Parade permits are required anytime roadways or sidewalks are used for organized activities. There is a $10 fee for the permit. Contact the Mankato Department of Public Safety at 507-387-8794 or 507-387-8790 to assist with the application process and parade planning. All parade arrangements will be made on a first-come, first-served basis for the date and time of any parade.

Planning on organizing a parade? Here’s what you need to know.

Reserve a park shelter, the Floyd Roberts Jr. Pavilion, Sibley Park gazebo or a camping site for your next outing.

Temporary city on-street parking permits (for construction areas) are available through the Engineering office. Call 387-8637 to learn more.

Mankato features at least 45 city parks that each offer a variety of amenities for residents and visitors alike including: trails, camping, fishing, swimming, sports activities, playground

Before building a patio, learn about Mankato’s patio regulations

Planning to do any new construction or building alterations to your property? You will need a city building permit. Generally, permits are required whenever a building is: improved, reconstructed, moved, demolished, converted, altered, and removed. Permits are also required for plumbing and electrical work.

A permit must be obtained before fertilizing, pruning, spraying, planting or removing any tree in a boulevard.

To claim a lost pet call 507-387-8590 to schedule an appointment to pick up your pet. You may also email the animal impound if you have any information on the owner of the animals listed on the lost pets page.
 

The annual photo contest encourages citizen involvement and showcases Mankato’s quality of life and spaces and places.  Download entry form.  
 

The Mankato Department of Public Safety police staff preserves and protects the public’s safety. Call 911 in case of an emergency or non-emergency.

Plan a visit to Mankato’s Tourtellotte Pool, a beautiful outdoor, lifeguard staffed, swimming facility featuring an Olympic-sized pool with separate diving well and wading pool. Season passes are available.

Mankato’s Public Information staff oversees the communication efforts for the City of Mankato and Mankato Area Public Schools. Learn more.

Police and fire staff preserves and protects the public’s safety.

Public Works staff manages many vital functions (streets, water, wastewater, trash and recycle pickup) so that Mankato has a clean, healthy, safe and enjoyable environment.

The Customer Service Form is used by the City of Mankato to track incoming requests, comments, questions and complaints.

Before building a ramp learn about Mankato’s ramp regulations

View City of Mankato utility rates.  Utility cost is based upon use.

Call 507-387-8617 to report a rental nuisance or complaint.

Contact Community Development staff for rental inspection requests at 507-387-8617.

Call the Nuisance and Rental Complaint Line at 507-387-8617 to report neighborhood livability or rental unit issues including over occupancy, safety, renting without a license, inoperable vehicles or parking on lawns, refuse containers left on curbs, junk or refuse complaint, unkempt lawns, etc.
Contact Community Development staff for rental inspection requests at 507-387-8617.
 

The Customer Service Form is used by the City of Mankato to track incoming requests, comments, questions and complaints.

Report drainage problems by calling 507-387-8615. Sump pump information

The Residents' Guide provides information about city services.

Riverfront Park celebrates the heritage and culture of greater Mankato by providing recreational and cultural opportunities along the banks of the Minnesota River.  Learn more about Riverfront Park.

Planning on adding roof? Here’s what you need to know.

The Mankato Department of Public Safety provides a variety of tips for personal safety: When to call 911, How to protect yourself, Halloween safety (seasonal)

The Customer Service Form is used by the City of Mankato to track incoming requests, comments, questions and complaints.

Sibley Park features artwork, canoeing, fishing, cross country skiing, fishing, flower and landscape gardens, hiking/trails, picnic facilities, playground equipment, restrooms, shelters, lighted softball fields, lighted tennis courts and farm animals.

Report sidewalks for snow removal at 507-387-8541. For maintenance requests call 507-345-0600.

To obtain a sign permit contact Community Development staff at 507-387-8620.

Report traffic signal malfunctions by calling Engineering staff at 507-387-8637

Signs must be placed on private property and cannot be placed in the public right-of-way. Signs in the right-of-way present a traffic distraction and are considered a hazard. This includes campaign signs, for sale signs, etc.  Temporary signs may only be placed on private property. If you do not know where the property line is located, then place the sign behind the sidewalk or 12’ behind the curb (if no sidewalk exists). If this guideline is followed, be assured that your sign will not be removed.
 

Plowing operations begin in the central business district when snowplowing commences in other areas of the city. When accumulated snowfall reaches the point that hauling snow is inevitable, the goal is to plow snow to the center of the street and then remove the snow from 10 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Stoltzman Park features two outdoor ice skating rinks.

Stop signs should only be used when warranted to ensure the most possible safe outcome for motorists and pedestrians. To learn more about warrants for Stop signs contact Mankato’s Engineering office at 387-8634.

Storm drains transport rain to the nearest river, lake, stream or wetland. Storm water often contains materials found on streets and parking lots such as grass clippings, oil, antifreeze, gasoline, soil, litter, pet wastes, fertilizers, pesticides and leaves. When these materials enter lakes and streams, they become pollutants that can kill fish and reduce water aesthetics. Learn how to help keep storm drains clean.

City of Mankato streets may be closed for a variety of reasons including reconstruction and repair, water main repair, snow emergencies, and more. To find out about city street closures call Public Works staff at 507-387-8649. Snow emergency information is available by calling 507-387-9001 (24-hour service). Residents are also encouraged to sign up for City News Online to stay informed about street closing information and more.

Report street light outages by calling 507-387-8649

Report a pothole by calling the 24-hour street maintenance request line at 507-345-0600.

Report street light outages by calling 507-387-8637.

Ride the bus with us for your destination on time. Mankato’s buses provide an inexpensive, convenient and reliable alternative to driving a car that also benefits the environment. Buses are accessible and bike racks are available.

Contact Community Development staff to report a trash complaint at 507-387-8617.

Trees add the soft touch of nature to our busy lives. They help fight pollution, conserve energy, benefit wildlife and make neighborhoods more livable. A tree planting and maintenance program preserves one of the city’s greatest assets and the quality of life for future generations.

The design recommendations outlined in the Urban Design Guidelines are based on thoughtful growth and change. The guidelines foster improvements to individual projects, strengthen the traditional character of the downtown, and help shape and emphasize a cohesive marketplace in growth areas of the city.  

Mankato’s utilities include refuse and recycling, water and wastewater. See utility rates.

Call 911 to report a vehicle nuisance.

Attend a concert, expo, show and more at the Civic Center. See the latest events.

Mankato has a lot to offer when it comes to recreational activities, educational opportunities, events, health care and more.

The City of Mankato’s Wastewater Treatment Plant features a Water Reclamation Facility which is similar to adding a drinking water plant at the end of a wastewater plant. Made possible through a cooperative effort with the Calpine Company’s Mankato Energy Center, the facility has enabled the city to reduce its phosphorus levels to below 0.5 mg/liter and has poised the city for future growth and is a big win for the environment. Water quality from this facility will rival any other in Minnesota.

Water mains are routinely flushed to clean the distribution system. See the map.

To report weeds and tall grass call 507-387-8649 or contact parks staff.

Your Take is an opportunity to provide input because citizen ideas are important and helpful when making city decisions.

For zoning complaints contact Community Development staff at 507-387-8620.

See Mankato’s zoning ordinance.