COVID-19 Closure: How to Obtain a Marriage License

As of March 17, 2020, the County Offices are closed to the public. In order to obtain your marriage license from Mille Lacs County, please follow the following steps.

• Apply online using the Minnesota Official Marriage System (MOMS®).
• Print both the ...

Property Taxes Due May 15, 2020

The Mille Lacs County Auditor – Treasurer’s office is currently closed to the public and has reduced staffing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Property Taxes are still due on May 15, 2020. Payments can be mailed or placed in the dropbox l...

COVID-19 Closure: Community & Veterans Services Forms & Applications

Due to Governor Tim Walz declaring a peacetime emergency in response to COVID-19 and the need for community mitigation strategies to be put in place, Effective Tuesday, March 17th, 2020 at 4:30 pm, Community & Veterans Services Office is closed to the...

4/7/2020 County Board Meeting Held via Teleconference

The regular County Board Meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 2020, will be held via teleconference due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The public is welcome to attend the teleconference and listen to the live recording of the County Board Meeting on Youtube at the lin...

Paycheck Protection Loans Have Promising Potential

Paycheck Protection Loans Have Promising Potential

Read below for information, updates on emerging financial programs

As the COVID-19 emergency has unfolded, we have seen a number of loan programs emerge that are designed to help businesses survive and pay ...

"How Counties Work" Educational Game & Materials for Students

The National Association of Counties (NACo), together with iCivics, has created a full curriculum to educate students, grades 6 through 12, about the important role and functions of county government. The curriculum — along with the online game,...

30 Days to Slow the Spread

The President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America: 30 Days to Slow the Spread

• Listen to and follow the directions of your STATE AND LOCAL AUTHORITIES. 
• IF YOU FEEL SICK, stay home. Do not go to work. Contact your medical provider.
• IF YOUR...

Governor Walz Issues Stay at Home Order for Minnesotans

Updated March 30, 2020.

#StayHomeMN Frequently Asked Questions

Visit the Stay Home MN FAQ page for additional information. 

•  What is a stay at home order?

  A stay at home order directs Minnesotans to limit movements outside of their homes bey...

Federal Government Partners COVID-19 Response

The federal government continues taking aggressive and proactive steps to address the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The health and safety of the American people is our top priority. Under the direction of the White House Coronavirus Task Force, FEMA, H...

COVID-19: Child Care Provider Services & Grants

Initiative Foundation Grants for Child Care Providers

The Initiative Foundation is offering grants between $500-$3,000 dollars to assist licensed family and center-based child-care providers, who are experiencing financial hardship as a result of COVID-19....

Updates on COVID-19 from the Governor's Office

Below is an update on the COVID-19 pandemic as it pertains to Minnesota as of 7:30 PM on 3/31/2020.

Updates from the Governor

Governor Walz today signed two Executive Orders, which extend licenses for first responders and allow the medical cannabis program ...

COVID-19: Closed DVS Locations

In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and to protect both customers and employees, the Milaca and Princeton DVS (DMV) locations have closed all of its public-facing services. As of March 25, 2020, the Isle DVS location is still proc...

COVID-19: Small Business Resources

Minnesota businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19 can now apply for low-interest SBA loans. Governor Walz requested an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration earlier this week and the SBA opened applications online March 20. Businesses can apply for...

COVID-19: Employee Rights

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19. These provisions will apply from April 1...

COVID-19: Scam Alerts

The Minnesota Department of Revenue cautions Minnesotans to be wary of scams that are rising during COVID-19 pandemic. 

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) authorizes stimulus payments to those who qualify. As a resu...

COVID-19 Closure: Community & Veterans Services Forms & Applications

Due to Governor Tim Walz declaring a peacetime emergency in response to COVID-19 and the need for community mitigation strategies to be put in place, Effective Tuesday, March 17th, 2020 at 4:30 pm, Community & Veterans Services Office is closed to the...

COVID-19 Closure: How to Obtain a Marriage License

As of March 17, 2020, the County Offices are closed to the public. In order to obtain your marriage license from Mille Lacs County, please follow the following steps.

• Apply online using the Minnesota Official Marriage System (MOMS®).
• Print both the ...

MinnesotaCare Tax Filing Extension

MinnesotaCare Tax Filing Extension 

The Minnesota Department of Revenue will grant a 60-day filing extension on request for MinnesotaCare returns that were due on March 16, 2020, if needed due to COVID-19. This applies to Provider Tax, Hospital Ta...

US-Canadian Border Temporary Restrictions

The US-Canada land border serves as an economic engine that supports over $1.7 billion (USD) dollars in trade.As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States and Canada are temporarily restricting all non-essential travel across its borders. In ea...

County Buildings Close to Public

Mille Lacs County Closing all County-Owned Facilities.

Effective March 17, 2020, Mille Lacs County is closing all County-owned facilities. County Offices are open for business via phone, email, or mail during this time. Please contact the Administrative Se...

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Information

What is Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)? 

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory disease that was first detected in China on December 31, 2019, and has now been detected in almost 70 locations internationally, including in the United ...

County Statement Concerning Walz-Ellison Decision Regarding Reservation Status

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 21, 2020

COUNTY STATEMENT CONCERNING WALZ-ELLISON DECISION REGARDING RESERVATION STATUS

The County and many of our non-Band residents living in the three townships of Kathio, South Harbor and Isle Harbor are disappointed and co...

Information Regarding Second Amendment Sanctuary Counties

Information regarding the Second Amendment Sanctuary Counties is available in a PDF document on the County website or by contacting the Mille Lacs County Administrative Services Office at 320-983-8218.

Canceled: Free Homeowner's Septic System Educational Class

Free Homeowner’s Septic System Educational Class

A free Homeowner’s Septic System Educational Class is being offered on Thursday, April 30, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. at the Mille Lacs County Historic Courthouse in Milaca. This class aims to te...

New Recycling Drop Sites in Mille Lacs County

New Recycling Drop Sites in Mille Lacs County

Starting January 1, 2020, Mille Lacs County recycling drop site locations and hours will be changing. Recycling drop sites will be located in Isle, Milaca, Onamia, and Princeton; three of the four drop sites wi...

Follow the Mille Lacs County Facebook Page

Find Mille Lacs County on Facebook

"Like" the Mille Lacs County Facebook page to receive the latest news on County road plowing, recycling updates, job opportunities, election notices, upcoming events, and more.Visit www.facebook.com/MilleLacsCou...

Public Notice: April 7, 2020 Meeting to be held via Conference Call

PRINCETON TOWNSHIP

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Princeton Township Board of Supervisors will conduct a special meeting on Thursday, April 7, at 7:30 p.m. Due to COVID19 meeting restrictions the meeting will take place by conference call by telephone or online...

Notice of Township Planning Commission Appointments

PRINCETON TOWNSHIP

NOTICE TO PRINCETON TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS

Residents of Princeton Township are hereby notified that the Town Board will be appointing two members of the Township Planning Commission at its April 21, 2020, regular meeting. Both seats are for f...

New Recycling Drop Sites in Mille Lacs County

Starting January 1, 2020, Mille Lacs County recycling drop site locations and hours will be changing. Recycling drop sites will be located in Isle, Milaca, Onamia, and Princeton; three of the four drop sites will have 24-hour availability, and all drop si...