Despite years of discord, Anoka County and city officials do agree a new jail is needed. Walking through the building in December, Larson pointed out problems. Squad cars wait along the street whe ...

After a June 2024 meeting wherein the city of Anoka presented a “Justice Center” plan outside of Anoka’s downtown to the county failed to spark conversation, the city is looking ...

“This will put criteria in place to assist the council in selecting the best fit for the city of Anoka if this situation arises,” City attorney Scott Baumgartner said. “It saves the city from ...