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	<lastBuildDate>Sun, 5 Apr 2026 14:57 -0600</lastBuildDate>
	<description>Waconia, MN - Get the latest alerts</description>
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		<title>Lodging Tax Forms</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/389</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 2 Apr 2026 09:23 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>lodging tax based on the guidelines set for in city Ordinance 545</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/389</guid>
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		<title>Pet License &amp; Impound Information</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/351</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:39 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Find out if you need a license for your pet as well as review impound information.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/351</guid>
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		<title>Summer Concert Series</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/570</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:02 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Summer Concert Series Schedule</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/570</guid>
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		<title> Block Party / Street Use Permits</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/346</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:55 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>The city encourages neighbors to get to know each other and will permit street closings for neighborhood block parties or special events, subject to certain conditions.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/346</guid>
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		<title>2026 Public Services Projects</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/502</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:06 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/502</guid>
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		<title>Community Survey</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/581</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:42 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/581</guid>
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		<title>Traffic Control Rental Agreement</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/580</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:56 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Rental Agreement for cones and barricades</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/580</guid>
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		<title>Become an Election Judge</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/507</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:45 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/507</guid>
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		<title>Proposed Ordinances</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/458</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:07 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Here, you will be able to view proposed ordinances and ordinance amendments prior to City Council meetings. </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/458</guid>
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		<title>Snow Season</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/577</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 9 Mar 2026 11:21 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>information snow removal</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/577</guid>
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		<title>Community Gardens</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/439</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 9 Mar 2026 11:20 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Information about the City&#39;s Community Garden Program</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/439</guid>
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		<title>Road Restrictions</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/568</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 3 Mar 2026 10:24 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>road load restrictions</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/568</guid>
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		<title>Cannabis Licensing </title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/573</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:36 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/573</guid>
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		<title>Interim Ordinances</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/525</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:04 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/525</guid>
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		<title>Job Opportunities</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/274</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:41 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Human Resources is responsible for recruiting, selecting, and training of employees.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/274</guid>
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		<title>Small Business Trunk Fee Deferral Program</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/511</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:11 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/511</guid>
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		<title>Register to Vote</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/461</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:57 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>This page provides information to Waconia residents on how to register to vote.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/461</guid>
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		<title>2026 Election Timeline</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/459</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 07:59 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>The following dates are key dates for the 2022 Election. </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/459</guid>
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		<title>Running for Office</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/498</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:18 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/498</guid>
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		<title>Elections &amp; Voting</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/166</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:13 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Learn how to register to vote, view election results, and review ward maps.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/166</guid>
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		<title>Annual Budgets &amp; Capital Improvement Plans</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/216</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:29 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Access past annual budgets and Capital Improvement Plans.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/216</guid>
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		<title>Facility Use, Rental, &amp; Applications</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/347</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:10 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>The City of Waconia offers numerous facilities and meeting rooms for community use.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/347</guid>
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		<title>Utility Billing Rates</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/574</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:19 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/574</guid>
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		<title>Utility Tips/Hot Topics</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/579</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:18 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/579</guid>
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		<title>City of Waconia Stewardship Award</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/532</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2026 14:55 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Nominations are being accepted for the City of Waconia Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award. This award is given annually to an individual who has dedicated a significant amount of their time and talent to selflessly give back to our community. These volunteers are a vital asset to the community and deserve recognition!

The nominee must be a resident of the City of Waconia. Please fill out the nomination form below and include the details of the nominee&#39;s outstanding achievements.

 

Please submit nominations no later than March 15th of the current year. The deserving individual(s) will be given Public recognition at the second City Council meeting in April.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/532</guid>
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		<title>Building Permits</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/345</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2026 12:20 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Building permits are required for most home improvement projects, including new construction, new additions and remodeling, finishing a basement, re-roofing, re-siding, window replacement, decks, porches, fences, plumbing, heating, electrical work, garages and utility sheds.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/345</guid>
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		<title>Municipal Plumber&#39;s Permit</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/415</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2026 10:27 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Plumbers doing work within the City of Waconia are required, by City Ordinance, to first obtain a plumber license through the Public Services Department. These licenses are renewable on an annual basis. The license period is February 1 to January 31.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/415</guid>
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		<title>Utility Billing</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/221</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:45 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>The City of Waconia provides municipal water, wastewater, stormwater, and streetlight utility to residents of the city. Utility services are billed on a monthly basis. </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/221</guid>
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		<title>Franchise Fees</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/576</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:02 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/576</guid>
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		<title>Regional Parks</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/479</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:24 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/479</guid>
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		<title>Other Parks &amp; Trails</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/472</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:24 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>There are numerous beautiful other Parks &amp; Trails in the area that are managed by Carver County, the DNR, and other government organizations. </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/472</guid>
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		<title>Lakes</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/478</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:24 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/478</guid>
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		<title>Special Events</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/513</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:24 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/513</guid>
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		<title>Home</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/1</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:54 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/1</guid>
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		<title>Comcast Buildout </title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/575</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2025 14:04 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/575</guid>
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		<title>Parking Details &amp; Regulations</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/355</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:51 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Access information pertaining to parking restrictions, winter parking, parking lot policies, violations, etc. </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/355</guid>
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		<title>Area Maps</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/323</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:10 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Explore the city using area maps.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/323</guid>
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		<title>Why it&#39;s important to clear sidewalks</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/578</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:56 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>information on sidewalk snow removal and violations</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/578</guid>
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		<title>Park Rentals</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/471</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2025 12:22 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/471</guid>
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		<title>Utility Bill Payment Options</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/314</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:37 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Learn about several ways to pay your utility bill.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/314</guid>
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		<title>Setting Up/Canceling Utility Service</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/289</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:03 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Call the Utility Billing Department to report changes required for your utility billing account.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/289</guid>
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		<title>Fire Department</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/198</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 12:06 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>The city is served by one fire station located on the western edge of the downtown district at the intersection of Maple and Main Streets.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/198</guid>
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		<title>City Development Standards</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/565</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2025 13:18 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/565</guid>
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		<title>Solicitors / Peddlers / Transient Merchants</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/164</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 09:49 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Solicitation Permits are required for any person, organization, or corporation desiring to sell wares door to door or solicit donations within the city limits. Temporary business merchants must also obtain a permit.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/164</guid>
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		<title>Land Use &amp; Development Reports</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/423</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:06 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Access the Land Use and Development Reports</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/423</guid>
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		<title>Credit Rating</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/387</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 08:18 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Standard and Poor’s Rating Services has assigned a bond rating of “AA” to the City of Waconia’s bonds each year since 2009. Reasons for the bond rating include:
•	Budgetary flexibility and good management of budget performance
•	Strong fund balance reserve in the general fund
•	Strong liquidity to pay for debt service and other expenditures
•	Strong management supported by financial policies and practices
•	Strong economy and development with close proximity to the Minneapolis - St. Paul metro area
•	Low levels of debt service obligations

Access the last S&amp;P document confirming city’s bond rating (PDF).</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/387</guid>
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		<title>Consumer Confidence Report</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/401</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:50 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Consumer Confidence Report</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/401</guid>
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		<title>City Council Meetings</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/464</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 6 Jun 2025 08:50 -0600</pubDate>
		<description> </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/464</guid>
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		<title>Mayor &amp; City Council</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/200</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 5 Jun 2025 15:01 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>City leadership consists of a Mayor and 4 Council Members.</description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/200</guid>
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		<title>Absentee Voting</title>
		<link>https://www.waconiamn.gov/460</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 2 Jun 2025 10:27 -0600</pubDate>
		<description>Information on how to vote absentee for Waconia residents can be found here. </description>
		<guid>https://www.waconiamn.gov/460</guid>
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