Belle Plaine is a growing community nestled in the beautiful Minnesota River Valley. Located midway between Mankato and the Twin Cities, U.S. Hwy. 169 provides easy access to this scenic area. Belle Plaine is conveniently located in southwest Scott County as a hub for many major thoroughfares.
U.S. Highway 169 is easily accessible.
State Highway 25 traverses through the city and across the Minnesota River.
County Roads 5, 6 and 64 provide well-maintained access to other areas of the state.
Airports are nearby. They include Minneapolis/St. Paul International, Flying Cloud and Mankato airports. Rail service is provided by the Union Pacific Railway.

Population

Year Population
1990 3,149
2000 3,789
2002 4,550
2004 5,600
2006 6,000 est.
Sources: Metropolitan Council, U.S. Census, City of Belle Plaine

City of Belle Plaine

Belle Plaine Government Center
218 N. Meridian St., P.O. Box 129 952-873-5553
Fax 952-873-5509
Administration 952-873-5553
E-mail cityhall@ci.belleplaine.mn.us
Web site www.belleplainemn.com

Frequently Called Numbers

Police and Fire Emergency 911
Police (general information) 952-873-4307
After-hours emergencies 952-445-1411
Fire (general information) 952-873-6820
Utilities billing 952-873-5553

City Council

Mayor
Tom Meger 952-873-5553
Term expires Dec. 31, 2008

Council
Tim Lies 952-873-5553
Term expires Dec. 31, 2010
Jim Lange. 952-873-5553
Term expires Dec. 31, 2010
Dawn Underferth 952-873-5553
Term expires Dec. 31, 2010
Peter Anderly 952-873-5553
Term expires Dec. 31, 2008
Tim O’Laughlin 952-873-5553
Term expires Dec. 31, 2010
The mayor and council members serve as the Belle Plaine City Council. The mayor serves a two-year term, council members four-year. Belle Plaine City Council elections are held concurrently with the state and federal general elections in the even years.

Meetings
Belle Plaine City Council
218 N. Meridian 6 p.m.
Meetings are on the first and third Monday of the month.
Belle Plaine Planning Commission
218 N. Meridian. 6 p.m.
Meetings are on the first Wednesday of the month.
Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority
218 N. Meridian 5:30 p.m.
Meetings are on the second Monday of the month.
Belle Plaine Park Board
218 N. Meridian 5:30 p.m.
Meetings are on the fourth Monday of the month.
Belle Plaine Cable Commission
Council chambers.
Meetings are held as needed.
Belle Plaine Fire Department
Chris Meyer, Fire Chief 952-873-6820
Belle Plaine Police Department
Administration 952-873-4307
Belle Plaine is served by a Police Department, staffed by Chief Steve Rost, officers and administrative support.
Belle Plaine Ambulance Department
Administration 952-873-4506
Belle Plaine is served by a volunteer ambulance department, staffed with 30 trained volunteers. The department provides ambulance service to the city of Belle Plaine and surrounding area.
Lost Pets
Animal Control 952-873-4307
Impound 952-445-3156
The city animal control officers have a list of pets that have been impounded. Call to check if your lost pet is on the list. Also see Dog Licenses under City Ordinances.

Ordinances

Snowmobile Operation
Restrictions exist regarding the operation of a snowmobile within the city. Between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m., they may not be operated within 100 feet of a residence, except for the purpose of going to or from home. For complete details check Ordinance 503.03.

Belle Plaine Curfew Laws
Age 11 Years and Under
Sun., Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs. 9 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 10 p.m.
Ages 12, 13 and 14 Years
Sun., Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs. 10 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 11 p.m.
Ages 15, 16 and 17 Years
Sun., Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs. 11 p.m.
Friday and Saturday Midnight

Watering Restrictions
Outdoor watering is allowed only between 5 p.m. and 9 a.m. Call Government Center at 952-873-5553 for more information.

Parking During Snow Removal
Residential areas: Do not park your vehicle on the city street until the street is cleared to its full width when snow has accumuluated to a depth of one-half or more inches on the roadway.
Downtown areas: There shall be no parking of vehicles in the designated downtown area when the Public Works Department posts NO PARKING signs.
A complete copy of the Belle Plaine Ordinance pertaining to parking during snow removal and snow emergency downtown parking is available by contacting the Police Department at 952-873-4307.
For information about other city ordinances, call the City of Belle Plaine at 952-873-5553.

City Licenses & Permits

Building Permits
Administration 952-873-5655
Building permits are required for most new construction, including but not limited to new homes, decks, garages, sheds (greater than 120 square feet), re-roof, residing, window replacement. A site plan showing proposed construction is required.

Dog Licenses
Belle Plaine Police Department 952-873-4307
Dogs over six months of age must be licensed in Belle Plaine. Licensed dogs are to wear the license tag number on their collars. Any dog found in the city without a license and running at large can be impounded. For more information, check with city hall.

Community Celebrations

Bar-B-Q Days
Since 1959, Belle Plaine has hosted one of the most popular summer celebrations in the region. The annual Bar-B-Q Days is the third weekend of July, during which thousands of community residents and area neighbors enjoy roast beef sandwiches, ball tournaments, carnival rides, music and more. A large parade, queen coronation and many other community events highlight Belle Plaine’s people, places and history.

Arts in the Park
Monthly events are held in downtown Belle Plaine at Townsend Park. For more information, call Sandy Johnson at 952-873-4295.