A view of Mayor Ryan Karasek with his farewell plaque and family during his last City Council Meeting of 2022.

FROM ONE RYAN TO ANOTHER!

Mayor Ryan Karasek will hand off the gavel to Mayor Elect Ryan Sabas this month. Along with a plaque of appreciation, the City will dedicate the Trout Pond to Karasek as a thank you for his many years of service.

A view of Mayor Ryan Karasek and Mayor Elect Ryan Sabas with the plaque that was awarded to Karasek for his many years of service to Champlin.

A view of curbside tree recycling for City of Champlin.

CURBSIDE TREE COLLECTION!

Collection is available through January 13, 2023. There is no need to call to schedule as this recycling service is paid for by the City. Recycle your tree by setting it curbside after removing the ornaments, lights and stand. Trees over 10 feet must be cut in half. Artificial and flocked trees qualify as trash. Learn more on our website or call your hauler with specific questions.

ACE Solid Waste | 763-427-3110
Republic Services | 320-252-9608

A view of a family event taking place inside the MC Event Center.

FAMILY TRIVIA NIGHT!

Join us at 6:30 p.m. on January 13th at Mississippi Crossings for a movie themed Family Trivia Night. All you need is one person to register a team of up to six. There will be four rounds of questions and the top team will go home with a prize. Questions will be based on movies geared towards families. Online registration is open at $20 per team. The event will be inside the MC Event Center located at 307 East River Parkway.

A view of a skater on the ice at an outdoor rink in Champlin.

WARMING HOUSES OPEN!

Neighborhood warming houses are open to the public, weather permitting. Please keep in mind that when temperatures drop to -15 with wind chill, or we endure heavy snowfall, warming houses will be closed. Please call the weather hotline at 763-923-7127 to confirm if open or closed. Outdoor lights turn on at sunset and stay on until 9pm. View hours and locations.

A view of the 4th Annual TIFC flyer with registration starting at 10am on January 10th.

TROUT ICE FISHING CONTEST!

Registration opens at 10:00 a.m. on January 10, 2023. The cost is $25 per resident participant and $30 per non resident. Spectators are free of charge. Set an alarm to snag one of 500 tickets when registration opens. The 4th Annual Trout Ice Fishing Contest will run from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 4, 2023.

WINTER CHRONICLE!

2023 events are on the horizon so be sure to look inside the Winter Newsletter to learn more. Public safety is at the forefront of the 2023 Operating Budget alongside all of the essential services residents have grown to expect and appreciate. You'll also find information on Mississippi Crossings and rental opportunities.

A view inside the Mississippi Crossings Event Center lobby and banquet room.

MC EVENT CENTER TOURS!

Have you had a chance to tour the new facility at Mississippi Crossings yet? You're invited to stop by the riverfront venue during open house:

Wednesday, January 11 | 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, January 19 | 1-3 p.m.
Wednesday, January 25 | 6-8 p.m.

If these dates do not work for you, please call 763-923-7163 to discuss other available dates. We welcome a chance to show you around and host your next event!

A view of the Mayor for a Day Essay Contest.

MC WINTER LIGHTS!

There's still time to see the light show at Mississippi Crossings. The new WINTER PROGRAM is set to the tune of “Let It Snow” and will be on until 10pm nightly through mid-January. Swing by and enjoy some REBEL “blue and white” winter lights.

SKATING PROGRAMS!

Learn to skate with us at the Ice Forum this winter. We have lessons starting soon. Already know how to skate? Join us for open skate or developmental hockey.

A view of love where you work hiring promo for City of Champlin.

NOW HIRING!

Join our team in 2023. We currently seek to fill the role of Tree Inspector, Ice Forum Ticket Seller, Police Officer, Community Service Officer, Police Reserve, Firefighter, and seasonal attendant for warming houses and Mississippi Crossings. View job descriptions on the employment page of our website then apply.

A view of senior luncheon as another programming option for seniors.

SENIOR PROGRAMMING!

There's a lot of fun ahead in 2023! Be one of the first to participate in our new Mah Jongg club or join us for a trip to the theater. Did you know we offer monthly luncheons with entertainment? How about a yoga class? Register online. Additional adult programs include card making classes, travel presentations, day trips, and safe driving courses. View the Senior Newsletter.

A view of Christmas at the Crossings 2022.

OUR 1ST TREE LIGHTING!

Christmas at the Crossings will be an annual tradition and hometown holiday celebration. We thank you for coming in 2022 and look forward to doing it again in 2023! Plan to gather every December to discover the magic of the season together as a community. Missed it? View the photo gallery on our website or watch the recap.

A view of the Banquet Room inside the Mississippi Crossings Event Center.

RESERVE THE BANQUET ROOM!

The banquet room, inside the Mississippi Crossings Event Center, seats up to 120 with overflow of up to 150, and standing 170. The surrounding park, caterer's kitchen, and inventory of tables and chairs plus an outdoor deck with spectacular views makes this riverfront venue an ideal space for any gathering. Residents get 10 percent off the following single room hourly rental rates:

Monday-Thursday | $80/hour | 4 hour minimum
Friday Daytime | $80/hour | 4 hour minimum
Friday Evenings| $100/hour | 4 hour minimum
Saturdays | $150/hour | 4 hour minimum
Sundays | $125/hour | 4 hour minimum

View Mississippi Crossings to learn more or call 763-421-2820 to reserve. Questions? Email us.

A view of conference room inside the Mississippi Crossings Event Center. Rent it now!

RESERVE THE CONFERENCE ROOM!

The conference room, inside the Mississippi Crossings Event Center, seats up to 24, and is located on the river, providing an impressive backdrop for a meeting. Residents get 10 percent off the following single room hourly rental rates:

Monday-Sunday | $70/hour | 4 hour minimum

View Mississippi Crossings to learn more or call 763-421-2820 to reserve. Questions? Email us.

A view of the MCEC full facility from outdoors.

RESERVE THE EVENT CENTER!

A full facility rental for a 12-hour event would include the banquet room and conference room plus the lobby, caterer's kitchen, and changing rooms. Residents get 10 percent off the following full facility, all day, rental rates:

Monday-Thursday | $2,850 | 12 hours
Fridays | $3,600 | 12 hours
Saturdays | $3,800 | 12 hours
Sundays $3,300 | 12 hours

View Mississippi Crossings to learn more or call 763-421-2820 to reserve. Questions? Email us.

A view of the snowplow in a Champlin neighborhood with reminders for residents.

SNOWPLOW REMINDERS!

Public works plows once snowfall ceases. It requires approximately 12 hours to plow all streets. If you experience an emergency, and your street has not been plowed, call 911 or Hennepin County at 612-596-0299. Reminder, HC is your go-to for county roads. For state highways, contact MNDOT at 511. For city streets, contact Public Works at 763-421-2820, or after hours at 952-258-5321. We encourage residents to stake curbs and stay 200 feet behind plows. Also, please refrain from parking on streets overnight and remember to clear hydrants, sidewalks and mailboxes. View tips!

Happy New Year from the City of Champlin!