Dakota County Government

06/02/2026

Make sure to stop by and give us your feedback!

Lebanon Hills Greenway Project – Public Open House June 3

Join Dakota County and their consultant KLJ Engineering for their next Public Open House. Stop by to learn more about the Lebanon Hills Greenway project and share your input on:

📅Updates to the greenway trail design and overall project schedule
🗺️Preferred alignment for trail connection from Cliff Road to Lebanon Hills Visitor Center
🌲Planned amenities and features along the trail
✏️ Opportunities to provide feedback on trail elements

Wednesday, June 3, 2026, from 4:00–6:30 p.m. at the Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, 860 Cliff Road, Eagan, MN 55123

Your input will help shape this important trail project for our community. Project displays will be available, and staff will be on hand to answer questions throughout the Open House. We hope you will join!

To find out more about the project visit: https://tinyurl.com/yekeajav

06/01/2026

Dakota County residents can go paperless and sign up for electronic property tax and valuation notices.
This free service is easy for all and sends the information you need directly to your email inbox.
Leave the clutter of paper behind and sign up today: https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/HomeProperty/TaxStatements/Pages/default.aspx

06/01/2026

Understanding cultural and natural relationships is a key part of Dakota County’s bison reintroduction. Thanks to the Science Museum of Minnesota for producing this short film exploring those connections:

Little Calves on the Prairie

05/31/2026

It’s National Dam Safety Awareness Day!
Dakota County is proud to safely operate the Byllesby Dam near Cannon Falls. We carefully maintain the renewable energy facility on the Cannon River, ensuring the safety of nearby residents.

05/29/2026

As Mental Health Month comes to a close, Dakota County encourages individuals to continue making mental health a priority year-round. Whether you’re looking for support for yourself, a loved one or you simply want to learn more, help and resources are available.
Dakota County offers a variety of mental health resources for individuals of all ages, including crisis support, treatment services and community-based programs.
If you or someone you know needs help, call the Dakota County Crisis Response Unit at 952-891-7171. This unit is open 24-hours a day and provides phone and face-to-face crisis intervention and consultation.
Learn more about our mental health resources: https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/HealthFamily/MentalHealth

05/28/2026

Foster Care Awareness Month may be coming to an end, but the need for foster families in Dakota County continues year-round. Take the first step and learn more about opening your home to a child in need.
Attend an upcoming virtual information session or connect with our team to see if foster is right for you.
To learn more, visit: https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/HealthFamily/FosterCare

05/27/2026

Dakota County CredibleMind is for everyone! With the easily accessible Youth landing page, adolescents can explore youth-focused resources and support to help manage anxiety, depression, loneliness, stress and other challenges.
Visit Dakota County CredibleMind today to see for yourself!
Youth landing page: https://dakotacounty.crediblemind.com/landing/youth
Learn more about CredibleMind: https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/HealthFamily/MentalHealth/Training/Pages/crediblemind.aspx

05/27/2026

Summer is here, and Dakota County Parks has a full season of programs, events and activities for residents of all ages. From Music in the Park and Take a Kid Fishing to the Summer Solstice Party and more, there is something fun for everyone to attend this summer.
Learn more about Dakota County Parks' upcoming events in the latest edition of our LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/summer-starts-dakota-county-parks-dakota-county-dlfpf

05/26/2026

Dakota County celebrated the opening of the new Lebanon Hills Maintenance Facility and greenhouse on May 21.
The new facilities will support restoration work, improve park operations and nearly triple our native plant production across Dakota County parks and greenways.
Check out some highlights from the ribbon-cutting in this quick recap!

05/25/2026

All Dakota County service and license centers, along with libraries, are closed today, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Regular business hours will resume on May 26.