Meeker County

05/07/2026

Don't forget: Sunday is Mother's Day.

05/07/2026

Reminder: Property taxes are due May 15th. Anything paid after that date will be subject to a penalty. Taxes may be paid in a number of ways:
- Escrowed with your house payment
- By mail (if your taxes are not escrowed, pre-addressed envelopes are included with your tax statement)
- Direct payment from savings or checking account
- Credit cards or e-checks
- In person
The details for all of these options can be found below.

Learn what your property tax payment options are.

05/06/2026

National Nurses Week May 6-12, 2026
Thank you to all the nurses at Meeker County Health and Human Services and Meeker Memorial Hospital. Your compassion, dedication, and expertise while caring for others makes a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, families, and our entire community.
We are grateful for all that you do and proud to have such an exceptional group of nurses on our team.

05/06/2026

This Saturday, May 9th, is a day eagerly anticipated by an estimated half-million Minnesotans: Fishing Opener! Minnesotans take to area lakes and rivers to kick off the walleye and northern pike seasons in large numbers. Be sure to follow all fishing regulations and maintain safe practices. Fishing licenses can be purchased online on the DNR website, or at many retail locations. Click below for all the details, and happy fishing! https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/fishing/index.html

05/04/2026

On April 21, 2026, the American Legion hosted its annual Boys and Girls County event, whereby area students are given the opportunity to dive deeper into how county government works. This year, students from Litchfield, Acton/Cosmos/Grove City and Eden Valley/Watkins school districts toured government buildings, spent time in county government offices and the County Board Meeting observing day-to-day operations, toured law enforcement offices and participated in a mock trial. For over 40 years, the Litchfield American Legion has collaborated with Meeker County to provide students a day of exploration and interaction of local career opportunities that are sometimes overlooked. Thank you to the American Legion and area students for another great event!

05/01/2026

In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, please join us tomorrow, Saturday, May 2nd, for the 3rd Annual Family Fun Day sponsored by Meeker County Health and Human Services. Enjoy free fun for the whole family! See the attached flyers for time and location. Hope to see you there!

04/29/2026

Are you looking for a way to be involved in the community? Are you interested in community development? If your answer is YES, then we have just the thing for you. Applications are currently being taken for three vacancies on the Economic Development Authority/Meeker County Development Commission, representing the areas of Litchfield, Eden Valley and Grove City. Candidates need to live in one of these areas to apply. Click below for detailed information regarding meeting frequency, duties, and how to apply. Applications will close on May 15th and appointments will be named at the June 2 County Board Meeting.

Find the entire listing of county department directors, and appointments made by the commissioners to various committees and boards.

04/27/2026

Beginning this year, Minnesota will allow rifles statewide for deer hunting, removing the decades-old shotgun-only zones, but additionally permitting each county to maintain local shotgun restrictions, if desired. Counties have until May 5th to make the decision to stay a shotgun-only area, or allow rifles for deer hunting. Many counties have held public hearings to gather comments from residents. Meeker County held a well-attended public hearing on February 17th and based on the feedback from that meeting, Meeker County Commissioners decided to allow rifles beginning with the 2026 deer hunting season. Among Meeker County’s neighbors, McLeod, Renville, Stearns, and Wright Counties have opted to allow rifles and Kandiyohi County is sticking with the shotgun restrictions.

To learn more hunting regulations, including for deer hunting, please visit the MN DNR’s website.

Hunting and trapping game laws and resources from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MNDNR).

04/24/2026

Minnesotans are encouraged to safely dispose of old medications during Prescription Drug Take Back Day, happening tomorrow (Saturday, April 25). The event allows people to get rid of old, unused medications, from opioids to antibiotics. To find a collection event near you, visit the link below.

Several communities have year-round collection options as well. In Meeker County, there is a secure receptacle in the lobby of the Law Enforcement Center at 326 N Ramsey Avenue in Litchfield.

Remember: It is NEVER recommended to throw old medications in the trash or sewer as they can contaminate community water supplies.

The drug overdose epidemic in the United States is a clear and present public health, public safety, and national security threat. DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day reflects DEA’s commitment to Americans’ safety and health, encouraging the public to remove unneeded medications fro...

04/24/2026

The mission of Central Community Transit (CCT) is to provide safe, reliable and cost-effective transportation to all residents of Kandiyohi, Renville and Meeker Counties. The transportation services they provide seek to "Connect Communities Together." To find routes and bus ticket information, contact one of the three offices by phone at:
Willmar Office: 320-214-7433
Olivia Office: 320-523-3589
Litchfield Office: 320-693-7794

Or go to their website for comprehensive information.

CCT Bus's mission is to provide safe, reliable, cost-effective transportation to all residents of Kandiyohi, Renville and Meeker Counties.

04/22/2026

Meeker County recognizes employee years of service at the completion of one year and then in five-year increments going forward. We are grateful for all the hard-working and dedicated employees on our team. Those who received years of service awards for February and March service dates include:

Jessica Jones, Social Worker, 1 year
Tanner Eberling, Assistant Veterans Service Officer, 1 year
Rachel Nelson, Public Health Educator, 1 year
Ruby Villela, Administrative Assistant, 1 year
Halley Pieper, Corrections Officer, 1 year
Jamie Mahoney, Administrative Assistant, 1 year
Jennifer Crowe, Public Health Nurse, 10 years
Teresa Lieser, GIS Coordinator, 10 years
Kristine Birkholz, Case Aide, 10 years
Douglas Schwandt, Maintenance Foreman, 15 years

Congratulations to you and all and Meeker County thanks you for your service.