News Flash

Minnesota Governor COVID-19 Informational Page

The Minnesota Governor's site now has a COVID-19 response page that includes a message from Governor Walz, links to resources for families, unemployment insurance, the school closure, human service programs, employer/employee links, and links for media.

There are also hotlines available for school and child care questions, health questions, and housing questions.

With Bridge Closures Plan Ahead for Possible City Bus Delays

(4/3/20) FLOOD DETOURS:
Please plan ahead for possible delays with the city bus. Routes 3/4 and 3/6 are detoured due to closures of the Sorlie and Point Bridges.

There will be a bus that will travel back and forth between Cabelas and the Transit Center to connect riders to other bus routes located only within the City of Grand Forks, as well as,  allow you to transfer back to an East Grand Forks route.

Minnesota Ave/Point Bridge will be closed at noon on Sat, April 4th

Due to rising flood waters the Minnesota Avenue Bridge also known as the Point Bridge will be closed at noon on Saturday, April 4th.

Link to Flood Information Page

The flood information page is up and running. It includes once again the gauges showing the river level and changes to the river. It also includes updates from the city and the view of the Sorlie Bridge.

Reminder to Stay off of Levee System & Out of Closed Greenway System

Residents are being reminded that they need to stay off of the levee system and out of the closed greenway.

Residents are not allowed to walk on the levee system unless it is on a trail leading up and into the greenway.  The greenway is closed due to trails being under water.

Guide for Small Businesses that Need Assistance

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development has put together a page with the new information for small businesses that are needing assistance. Please visit https://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/press-releases/?id=425890 for more information.

The Chamber is holding Virtual Meetings for Local Businesses

Starting today, April 2nd, The Chamber is holding virtual meetings covering a variety of information for businesses during this pandemic. They are using Zoom for these meetings and they are capped at 300 participants.

Please visit gochamber.org for more information about these meetings and links to resources for businesses.

Campbell Library will closed as of 5pm, Wednesday April 1st

The Campbell Library will be closing as of 5pm today, April 1st. Front door pick up service will be suspended effective 5pm, the book and A/V drop boxes will be closed, and all physical materials will have a new due date of May 1st.

The Campbell Library staff thanks you for your understanding as they comply with the building closure and keep staff at home.

The Sorlie Bridge will be closing at 1:30pm on April 1st

Due to the rising river and predicted snowfall crews will be closing the Sorlie Bridge starting at 1:30pm on April 1st.

The North & South Pedestrian Bridges in the Greenway are Closed.

Due to rising flood waters both the north and south pedestrian bridges in the greenway system have been closed to the public.

Requesting Input on Parks & Recreation Facility Improvements

The Parks & Recreation Department is seeking input from the community regarding the ice arenas and ball fields through an online survey. The online survey only takes a few minutes to complete and will available until April 6th.

The link to the survey is www.surveymonkey.com/r/egfparks.  Information is available about the recreation facility improvement plans on the city website or by using the link http://fip.egf.mn.  The survey results will be shared with the ...

Flood Wall Closures Going Up Along River Road/4th St NW Due to Predicted Rising Waters

Due to rising river levels, uncertain precipitation amounts coming later this week, and with staff currently healthy and able to put flood walls in place while trying to following safety protocols for COVID-19 as much as possible, closures are going up.

The City of East Grand Forks has elected to close the following street sections effective 12:30pm Tuesday, March 31st:

• River Road/4^th ST NW, from 17^th ST NW to 5^th Avenue NW.
• 12^th ST NW, from 8^th Avenue NW to River Road NW.

The City will be erecting the Rive...

Change to Local Boards of Appeal & Equalization and Open Book Meetings

Due to recent events, Polk County will follow the guidance of the Minnesota Department of Health to limit the spread of COVID-19 and not hold public meetings. This will affect the local board of appeal and equalization and open book meetings.

Taxpayers wanting to appeal their property valuations will need to contact the Polk County Assessor’s Office.  The Assessor’s office can be reached by telephone at (218) 281-4186, by sending a letter to the Polk County Assesso...

March 26th COVID-19 Update from Mayor Gander

Please click on the link to watch an update from Mayor Gander.

Cities Area Transit Opertating Fare Free starting March 23rd

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all Cities Area Transit (CAT) services (fixed route, Senior Rider, & Paratransit) will be fare free beginning March 23. No fare collection and purchasing will allow CAT staff to more effectively address health recommendations

With no need to sell passes, the Metro Transit Center, located at 450 Kittson Ave Grand Forks, ND 58201, will be closed to the public beginning Monday, March 23. This includes the Jefferson Lines offices.

Cities Area Transit riders are recommended to use t...

COVID-19 or Coronavirus Page on City Website

There is a page on the city website that has resource links, healthcare contact information, a link to the Governor's News page, updates from Mayor Gander, availability of meals, and a link for those that need to sign up for unemployment insurance.

It will be updated when new information comes out or becomes available.

Public Notice on Changing Format for Council Meetings

Starting with the March 24th Work Session, the Council will be meeting remotely. These meetings will still be streamed. Please review the public notice for how meetings will be held and how to make arrangements to attend remotely if needed.

Updated Drop Sites - Public School Free Grab & Go Meals Available

The East Grand Forks Public School will be providing free meals to all children who are 18 years and younger while the school is closed. All children will be eligible. Please see the attachment for all the delivery sites where meals can be picked up.

Please call the School at (218) 773-3494 if special accommodations are needed.  Families that lack transportation may request food to be delivered by contacting Debbie Delisle at (218) 773-0476 or by emailing ddelisle@egf.k12.mn.us.  

Senior Center is Closed Until Further Notice - Meals on Wheels Program will Continue

The Senior Center will be closed until further notice. The Meals on Wheels program will continue while the center is closed so those that receive these meals will continue to do so.