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As communicated prior, our previous vendor for mass emergency communications Code Red is no longer our vendor for alerts. Watonwan County, along with the City of Madelia, City of St. James, St. James Minnesota Police Department, Watonwan County Emergency Management, and Watonwan County Sheriff's Office has contracted with ReGroup mass communications. Even if you [...]

Apply Now! CITY OF MADELIA BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS      The Mayor appoints citizens to serve on City boards, commissions and committees with City Council approval. If you are interested in serving on one of the following boards, please submit an application to the City Hall Office.  Incumbents who wish to be considered for reappointment must also submit [...]

Watonwan County has announced updates to recycling services for Madelia residents. Final Service by Hometown Sanitation Last recycling pickup: Friday, December 19, 2025 Cart removal: Hometown Sanitation will collect recycling carts on this same day. Important: Please place your recycling cart at the curb before 7:00 AM. If your cart is not picked up, [...]

The 2025 Minnesota Legislature has passed a law that amends Minnesota Statute 144.3831 to increase the safe drinking water service connection fee (state water test fee). Effective January 1, 2026 the fee will be increased from $9.72 annually, to $15.22 per water service connection.  Madelia residents are billed monthly and will see the increase on [...]

Notice of Public Forum City of Madelia Madelia City Council TOPIC: Madelia Police Department The City Council invites community members to attend a public forum to discuss key issues related to the Madelia Police Department, including: Staffing and future planning Recruitment efforts Coverage concerns Watonwan County contract option Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025Time: 5:30 [...]

Madelia Water Department found elevated levels of copper in drinking water in some homes/buildings and continue ongoing public education to keep our customers informed. Please read this information closely to see what you can do to reduce copper in your drinking water. Elevated Levels of Copper in Your Drinking Water Our water system regularly [...]

NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Madelia Planning Commission on Monday, October 13 2025 at 5:15PM in the Council Chambers. The purpose of the meeting will be to consider the following application: A request for a detached garage at 226 Long Ave. [...]

 CITY OF MADELIA – HYDRANT & WATER MAIN FLUSHING NOTICE  The City of Madelia Water Department will begin flushing water mains and fire hydrants starting the week of October 6th. 💧 Why is this done? Hydrant flushing is a routine maintenance procedure that: Ensures adequate water flow for firefighters, residents, and businesses. Helps maintain [...]