City Hall Contacts
Wheaton City Hall is open Monday thru Thursday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM and Friday 7am - 11am
Phone: 320/563-4110
Fax: 320/563-4823
Email: cityhall@cityofwheaton.com
Address:104 9th St N, PO Box 868, Wheaton, MN 56296
Utility Forms: Water – Sewer – Garbage
I want to connect my property to Wheaton’s water and sewer system. Please use the form below; it must be completed and submitted to Wheaton City Hall for consideration by the Wheaton City Council. If you are building a new home, you must also submit a Land Use Permit (see link below).
I want to have water service “turned on” at my property. Please find the utility app in the download section. If you are renting the property, the property owner must also sign this application (both you and your landlord will receive a monthly billing statement). Before water service is “turned on”, a $100 deposit is required for customers without a positive payment history, and for all renters. A $50 reconnect fee must also be paid.
I have purchased a home in Wheaton, and need to change the utility account to my name. Please use the form below (NEW WATER SEWER GARBAGE UTILITY APP) If you recently purchased the property, you must have the sale recorded at the Traverse County Records Office. If you are renting the property, the property owner must also sign this application (both you and your landlord will receive a monthly billing statement). A $100 deposit is required for customers without a positive payment history, and for all renters. A $50 reconnect fee must also be paid (if water service is “turned-off”).
I use water in my garden/lawn and do not wish to pay sewer charges for these special purposes. You may purchase, at your own cost, a water meter from the City for outdoor use. The form below (Application for Second Water Meter) must be completed and submitted to Wheaton City Hall for consideration. You may purchase and install, at your own cost, a water meter from the City for outdoor use. Please submit this form to City Hall for consideration.
Land Use Permit
THE NEW LAND USE PERMIT APPLICATION IS NOW AVAILABLE. You DO NOT need a Land Use Permit if you are replacing shingles, windows, or siding. If you intend to change (expand or decrease) the footprint of your home, porch, deck, patio, driveway, sidewalk or accessory buildings (by installing, removing, or remodeling), you have to have a Land Use Permit granted by the Wheaton City Council.
IF YOUR PROPERTY IS PART OF THE PRAIRIE TRAILS PLAT, there are some additional Protective Covenants that must be observed.
Falk Lodge Reservations
Please read the rental policy and deposit directions on the Falk Lodge Reservation Form carefully, and check the Reservation Calendar for facility availability. The lodge may be rented up to one year (to the date) in advance.
Library Community Room Reservations
Please read the rental policy and deposit directions on the Reservation Form carefully, if you have any questions you can call the Wheaton Community Library at 320/563-8487.
Transient Merchant Permit Application
If you wish to sell products door-to-door, you must first complete and submit an application, and receive City Council approval. Transient Merchant Permit Application – If you wish to sell products door-to-door, you must first complete and submit an application, and receive City Council approval.
Winter Vehicle/Trailer Parking Restrictions
Once a snow emergency/alert is declared (will be announced on KMRS Radio), motor vehicles (including trailers) must be removed from city streets, avenues, and alleyways within 24 hours so that the Public Works Department can plow our roadways from curb-to-curb. If your vehicle is parked or left on a city roadway or alley, your vehicle will be towed. You will then have to pay the towing charge and administrative fine before your vehicle will be released to you.
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Help Wanted
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
CITY OF WHEATON
The City of Wheaton (pop. 1,301) is now accepting applications for the position of City
Administrator. The City Administrator reports to a five member City Council and oversees a staff of 3 full-time and numerous part-time employees in the departments of Public Works, Library, and the City Office. The ideal candidate will have an Associate degree in business administration or related field, Minnesota Municipal Clerk certification, and two years of experience working for a municipal government, preferably in a City Administrator's office, excellent customer relations skills, and experience working in/with Minnesota elections. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, three years progressively responsible experience as an administrative/executive assistant; working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products, and commission as a notary public .
Applications and job description can be obtained at the Wheaton City Hall, 104 9th Street North or online at https://cityofwheaton.com. Applications must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2026. Please send application, resume, work-related references and two writing samples to City of Wheaton, P.O. Box 307, Wheaton, MN 56296. Questions relating to this position opening and application requests should be directed to the City Office at (320) 563-4110.
CITY OF WHEATON
STATE OF MINNESOTA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the period for filing affidavits of candidacy for the following offices:
ONE MAYOR FOR A TWO (2) YEAR TERM
TWO COUNCIL MEMBERS FOR A FOUR (4) YEAR TERM
ONE COUNCIL MEMBER FOR A TWO (2) YEAR TERM.
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