City of Coon Rapids

coon rapids, minnesota is a fabulous community located just 15 miles north of minneapolis! our city offers a variety of opportunities for recreation and shopping...as well as great housing options and wonderful opportunities for business! the city of coon rapids is unique local government agency, serving 62,435 citizens. coon rapids...community strength...for generations. the city operates under a council/manager form of government. in this form, the council establishes and directs city policy, and appoints a city manager who is responsible for implementing those policies and carrying out the business of the council. the city council is comprised of a mayor and six council members. five of the six members represent the city's five wards, with one member elected at-large. all council members are elected on a non-partisan basis.