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Maple Plain : An idyllic small town
Despite being located just 20 miles west of Minneapolis down Highway 12 , Maple Plain strives to keep the delightful , small-town feel alive and well . The downtown of this quaint little city is constantly evolving and looks to draw in passersby on Highway 12 and residents alike .
The city is home more than 1,600 residents and is home to a variety of commercial and industrial communities . The city has been noted for its neighborly values , active and caring citizens , and much more .
The city keeps close ties with the nearby city of Independence and shares some city-level services with the neighboring city . The two cities often join forces to create and put on idyllic community festivals and activities all throughout the year .
The city has its own fire department , which is commanded by Chief Rick Denneson . Gary Kroells directs West
Hennepin Public Safety , which covers Maple Plain and Independence .
More information about the city can be found online at www . mapleplain . com . City Hall may be reached at 763-479-0515 .
The Maple Plain City Council meets at 7 p . m . on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at city hall .
Elections for city council seats are held every two years .
Mayor Julie Maas-Kusske
City Councilors Andrew Burak Mike DeLuca John Fay Connie Francis
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