Welcome
Welcome to Lester Prairie ! We ’ re glad you ’ re here and look forward to having you as part of our great community . Lester Prairie is an excellent place to live and raise a family .
We have an outstanding school with plenty of athletic programs and police and fire departments to be of service when you are in need .
The paved Dakota Rail Regional Trail runs from Lester Prairie to Wayzata and is excellent for walking , running , and biking . In addition , our city has many amenities to enjoy while you are here ; visiting our city parks provides a place for recreation , our community swimming
Just moved to the Lester Prairie area ? Here ’ s some information that can help make that transition easier .
City offices are located at 37 Juniper St . N . in the downtown area . Hours are Monday-Friday , 8 a . m . to 4 p . m ., the phone is 320-395-2646 . The website is www . lesterprairiemn . us .
Elected officials Mayor : Chris Mike Council members : Sean Tritabaugh , Gary
Krause , Mark Thiry , and Paul Dhoore The council meets the second Tuesday every month at 7 p . m . at City Hall .
City Hall hours are Monday – Friday , 8 a . m . to 4 p . m ., 37 Juniper St . N ., Telephone 320-395-2646 , Fax 320-395-8321 .
City Staff Accountant Coordinator-Clerk / Treasurer , Doris
Lundin Assistant City Clerk : Alicia Menzel ; Maintenance : Luke Meyer ; Matthew Schlechter Wastewater Treatment Operator ; PeopleService , Inc . ( Jeremy Anderson ) Building Inspector : MNSPECT , Waconia , MN City Attorneys : Gavin , Janssen , & Stabenow
LTD ., Glencoe . Assessor : McLeod County Assessor ’ s Office ;
Lester Prairie Mayor Chris Mike
City Information
4 Official guide to Lester Prairie 2024 pool offers a place to get out of the heat of the summer , and our new campground provides a place for you to rest and relax .
There are also numerous clubs and activities available for the whole family .
Information about the City of Lester Prairie can be found on our website , www . lesterprairiemn . us . The city council and I invite you to contact us with any concerns or ideas . Sincerely , Chris Mike , Mayor of Lester Prairie
Health Officer : GRHS - Lester Prairie Clinic Park Board
Katie Helmbrecht , Josh Schroeder , Josh Arndt and Council Liaison – Paul Dhoore .
The Park Board meets on the first Tuesday each month at 6 p . m .
Planning Commission
Merlin Mathews , Fred Blaser , Paul Christensen , Josh Schroeder , Ron Meier , and Council Liaison – Mark Thiry .
The Planning Commission meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p . m .
Economic Development Authority
Gordon Birkholz , Jr ., Dean Perry , Paul Christensen , Council Liaison - Sean Tritabaugh , and Council Liaison Chris Mike .
The EDA meets the first Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p . m .
Building Permits
In 1997 , the city adopted the Minnesota state building code . Under the code , a building permit is required for any improvements ( new , repair , remodel , or replacement ). Any questions regarding repairs or improvements to the property may be directed to the city clerk or the city building inspector .