City of Coon Rapids Closes Administrative Offices for Martin Luther King Jr. Day; Essential Services Remain in Operation

COON RAPIDS, Minn. (Monday, Jan. 19, 2026) — In observance of the federal Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday, the City of Coon Rapids has closed its administrative offices and several municipal facilities today. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, January 20, in accordance with the city’s adopted 2026 holiday schedule, which aligns with state and federal recognition of Dr. King’s legacy.

While the closure pauses routine administrative activity, city officials emphasize that core public safety and essential infrastructure services remain fully operational, reflecting the balance between honoring a national day of remembrance and maintaining uninterrupted community protection.

What Is Closed Today

Residents should expect the following municipal impacts for Monday:

• City Hall and Administrative Offices: Closed, including Finance, Planning, Housing, and other non-emergency departments.
• Coon Rapids Recycling Center: Closed for the holiday.
• Public Works Administration: Administrative functions are closed; essential water and sewer operations continue on an on-call basis.
• Libraries: All Anoka County Library branches, including Crooked Lake and Rum River, are closed today.

What Remains Open

• Emergency Services: Police, Fire, and EMS services continue uninterrupted. Residents are reminded to call 911 for emergencies.
• Critical Infrastructure: Essential city services that safeguard public health and safety remain active behind the scenes.

Waste and Recycling Schedule Adjustments

Because the holiday falls on a Monday, most local waste haulers serving Coon Rapids operate on a one-day delay this week. Residents whose regular pickup is Monday should expect service on Tuesday, with the remainder of the week shifting forward by one day and concluding on Saturday. Providers such as Walters Recycling and Refuse and Waste Management typically follow this adjusted schedule during Monday holidays.

Looking Ahead on the City Calendar

City operations resume at 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 20, with a full slate of civic activity returning to City Hall. Notable upcoming events include:

• Tuesday, Jan. 20: City Council Meeting and Arts Commission Meeting.
• Friday, Jan. 30: The kickoff of the 62nd Annual Coon Rapids Snowflake Days, featuring the Community Medallion Hunt and the popular Snow Sculpture Contest.

A Day of Reflection and Service

Beyond office closures, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is widely observed as a “day on, not a day off,” encouraging civic engagement and service. While municipal facilities in Coon Rapids are closed, residents often participate in regional commemorations and volunteer activities across the area, reflecting Dr. King’s enduring call to service, equity, and community responsibility.

For residents planning city business, the guidance is simple: pause today, return tomorrow. City staff will be back at their desks Tuesday morning, ready to assist as Coon Rapids transitions from a day of remembrance back into the rhythm of local governance.

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