Calling all current and aspiring childcare providers!
Wadena needs childcare, and we want to help YOU succeed. We're sharing free, Develop-approved training sessions running March – May 2026 from First Children's Finance.
Topics Include: Business planning, pricing, great start compensation program, technology & policy manuals. Check out the flyer attached below to get registered!
In addition to online and in person payments, utility payments can also be made directly by phone as well! You will need your account number(no dashes), name and address to get started.
Call: 833-753-5451 and follow the prompts! If you need your account number, call city office.
Call: 833-753-5451 and follow the prompts! If you need your account number, call city office.
It’s getting a little too quiet out here for the pines. 🤫🌲
The trees at Pinewood Estates are looking for some company. They promise to be excellent neighbors: they’re quiet, they provide great shade, and they never borrow your lawnmower without asking.
Grant their wish and build your dream home right here!
Contact Dean Uselman, WDA Director:
📞 218-371-0072
📧 wda@wadena.org
The trees at Pinewood Estates are looking for some company. They promise to be excellent neighbors: they’re quiet, they provide great shade, and they never borrow your lawnmower without asking.
Grant their wish and build your dream home right here!
Contact Dean Uselman, WDA Director:
📞 218-371-0072
📧 wda@wadena.org
Join us for part three of our Community Visioning Sessions as we continue developing Wadena's Comprehensive Plan!
Whether you attended our previous planning sessions or this is your first time joining the conversation, all community members are welcome and encouraged to participate. This is your opportunity to share your ideas, priorities, and vision for Wadena's future!
We have had great discussions the past two events and we look forward to another good turnout! See you on February 17th at 5:30!
Whether you attended our previous planning sessions or this is your first time joining the conversation, all community members are welcome and encouraged to participate. This is your opportunity to share your ideas, priorities, and vision for Wadena's future!
We have had great discussions the past two events and we look forward to another good turnout! See you on February 17th at 5:30!
In addition to online payments, utility payments can also be made directly by phone as well! You will need your account number, name and address to get started.
Call: 833-753-5451 and follow the prompts!
Call: 833-753-5451 and follow the prompts!
Community Service Opportunity: Wadena Parks Board
The City of Wadena is looking to fill an open seat on the Parks Board. If you want to help guide the maintenance and development of our local parks and trails, we’d love to have you on the team!
Meeting Schedule:
First Wednesday of each month @ 5:00 PM.
(Note: We take January and December off!)
To get involved, reach out to Dan Kovar at publicworks@wadena.org or at 218-631-7705
The City of Wadena is accepting proposals for our 2026-2027 Stump Grinding contract. If you are a licensed contractor or know one looking to fill their schedule for the upcoming season, please submit your bid by February 4, 2026.
❌ Deadline to Submit: February 4th by 4:30pm
📄 Contract Period: March 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2027
🔗 Details & Submission: https://www.wadena.org/article/2644910
❌ Deadline to Submit: February 4th by 4:30pm
📄 Contract Period: March 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2027
🔗 Details & Submission: https://www.wadena.org/article/2644910
❄️ STREET PARKING REMINDER: CHECK THE DATE! ❄️
Before you head inside for the night, check the date for tomorrow morning.
✅ Tomorrow is an ODD date? Park on the ODD side.
✅ Tomorrow is an EVEN date? Park on the EVEN side.
Enforced daily from Midnight to 7 AM until March 31st.
Help our plows clear the snow so you can get where you need to go!
Before you head inside for the night, check the date for tomorrow morning.
✅ Tomorrow is an ODD date? Park on the ODD side.
✅ Tomorrow is an EVEN date? Park on the EVEN side.
Enforced daily from Midnight to 7 AM until March 31st.
Help our plows clear the snow so you can get where you need to go!
Did you know that Wadena is powered by 100% carbon-free power?
We are proud that our community is powered by 100% carbon-free electricity! Thanks to our partners at Missouri River Energy Services and Western Area Power Administration, our energy comes from renewable resources that keep the lights on while protecting our environment! 🌍
We are proud that our community is powered by 100% carbon-free electricity! Thanks to our partners at Missouri River Energy Services and Western Area Power Administration, our energy comes from renewable resources that keep the lights on while protecting our environment! 🌍
RFP Opportunity: Stump Grinding Services
The City of Wadena is currently accepting written proposals from independent contractors for mechanical stump grinding services for the 2026–2027 season. This contract covers the removal of stumps from boulevards and city parks resulting from disease or weather damage.
Contract Details:
Scope: Grinding complete stumps and roots to a minimum depth of 8" below ground.
Contract Term: March 1, 2026 – December 31, 2027.
Requirements: Must provide proof of insurance listing the City of Wadena as additionally insured.
Forms: You can get proposal forms from Dan Kovar at publicworks@wadena.org or 710 Sunnybrook Rd
Deadline: Proposals must be received by 4:30pm on February 4th, 2026
Questions? Call Public Works at 218-631-7705
The City of Wadena is currently accepting written proposals from independent contractors for mechanical stump grinding services for the 2026–2027 season. This contract covers the removal of stumps from boulevards and city parks resulting from disease or weather damage.
Contract Details:
Scope: Grinding complete stumps and roots to a minimum depth of 8" below ground.
Contract Term: March 1, 2026 – December 31, 2027.
Requirements: Must provide proof of insurance listing the City of Wadena as additionally insured.
Forms: You can get proposal forms from Dan Kovar at publicworks@wadena.org or 710 Sunnybrook Rd
Deadline: Proposals must be received by 4:30pm on February 4th, 2026
Questions? Call Public Works at 218-631-7705
Part 2 of the Wadena Community Visioning Session is TONIGHT @ the Maslowski Center at 5:30pm!
Come on out, even if you missed the first session, there will be plenty to discuss and we want your voice to be heard! You can make an impact on the future of Wadena!
If you haven't already, fill out the community survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
Come on out, even if you missed the first session, there will be plenty to discuss and we want your voice to be heard! You can make an impact on the future of Wadena!
If you haven't already, fill out the community survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
City Offices will be closed on Monday, January 19th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Lets Keep the Momentum Going, Wadena! After a great turnout at our first Community Visioning Session, we are excited to invite you back for Round 2!
Join the Region 5 Development Commission, the City of Wadena, and your neighbors, as we continue Shaping the Future of Wadena! Whether you attended the first session or are joining us for the first time, your input is vital to building the roadmap for the city's future.
When: January 20th
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Where: Maslowski Center
If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to fill out our community survey. Every response helps guide our next steps: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
Join the Region 5 Development Commission, the City of Wadena, and your neighbors, as we continue Shaping the Future of Wadena! Whether you attended the first session or are joining us for the first time, your input is vital to building the roadmap for the city's future.
When: January 20th
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Where: Maslowski Center
If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to fill out our community survey. Every response helps guide our next steps: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
The City of Wadena is hiring for a full-time Assistant Wastewater Operator / Street Maintenance team member to help operate and maintain the wastewater treatment plant and support city public works services!
For the full job description and applications, visit our "Employment Opportunities" webpage on the city website here: https://www.wadena.org/o/cw/page/employment
For the full job description and applications, visit our "Employment Opportunities" webpage on the city website here: https://www.wadena.org/o/cw/page/employment
Lets Keep the Momentum Going, Wadena! After a great turnout at our first Community Visioning Session, we are excited to invite you back for Round 2!
Join the Region 5 Development Commission, the City of Wadena, and your neighbors, as we continue Shaping the Future of Wadena! Whether you attended the first session or are joining us for the first time, your input is vital to building the roadmap for the city's future.
When: January 20th
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Where: Maslowski Center
If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to fill out our community survey. Every response helps guide our next steps: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
Join the Region 5 Development Commission, the City of Wadena, and your neighbors, as we continue Shaping the Future of Wadena! Whether you attended the first session or are joining us for the first time, your input is vital to building the roadmap for the city's future.
When: January 20th
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Where: Maslowski Center
If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to fill out our community survey. Every response helps guide our next steps: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
Winter parking can be confusing, but it doesn't have to be ! Here's what you need to know about our odd/even parking rules.
The house numbers tell you which side of the street to park on.
Odd-numbered addresses (like 1, 3, 5, 7, 9) are on the odd side of the street, while even-numbered addresses (like 2, 4, 6, 8) are on the even side.
On odd-numbered calendar days (1st, 3rd, 5th, etc.): Park on the odd side of the street
On even-numbered calendar days (2nd, 4th, 6th, etc.): Park on the even side of the street
Always check the calendar date as of midnight to know where to park.
The house numbers tell you which side of the street to park on.
Odd-numbered addresses (like 1, 3, 5, 7, 9) are on the odd side of the street, while even-numbered addresses (like 2, 4, 6, 8) are on the even side.
On odd-numbered calendar days (1st, 3rd, 5th, etc.): Park on the odd side of the street
On even-numbered calendar days (2nd, 4th, 6th, etc.): Park on the even side of the street
Always check the calendar date as of midnight to know where to park.
WELCOME 2026! Happy New Year Wadena!
City Offices will be closed on Thursday, January 1st for the New Years Holiday.
City Offices will be closed on Thursday, January 1st for the New Years Holiday.
Did You Know: Winter Safety is a Statewide Effort ❄️
Winter parking ordinances are a standard safety measure for cities across Minnesota. From Brainerd to Fergus Falls, communities of all sizes rely on rules to keep streets passable for plows and emergency vehicles. While every city is different, the goal is always the same: ensuring plows can clear snow efficiently so you can travel safely.
Reminder for Wadena:
Time in effect: Midnight – 7:00 AM
Rule: Odd/Even Parking (based on the date at midnight)
Thank you for helping us keep Wadena’s streets clear and safe this winter!
Winter parking ordinances are a standard safety measure for cities across Minnesota. From Brainerd to Fergus Falls, communities of all sizes rely on rules to keep streets passable for plows and emergency vehicles. While every city is different, the goal is always the same: ensuring plows can clear snow efficiently so you can travel safely.
Reminder for Wadena:
Time in effect: Midnight – 7:00 AM
Rule: Odd/Even Parking (based on the date at midnight)
Thank you for helping us keep Wadena’s streets clear and safe this winter!
Merry Christmas from the City of Wadena! 🎄❄️
From all of us at the City, we want to wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season.
From all of us at the City, we want to wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season.
The holidays are at the doorstep! Winter Parking Regulations apply to everyone, please help us notify any friends or family coming to Wadena of the winter parking rules before they arrive:
To help our crews clear snow efficiently and keep streets safe for everyone—including emergency vehicles—overnight parking follows an odd/even calendar rule. Use the calendar date as of midnight to determine where to park each night. Vehicles must be parked on the odd side of the street on odd-numbered days and on the even side on even-numbered days, between midnight and 7 a.m. Parking on the wrong side may result in a ticket or tow.
Your support ensures quick snow removal and safer winter travel for all. Thank you for your help in making Wadena safer this holiday season!
To help our crews clear snow efficiently and keep streets safe for everyone—including emergency vehicles—overnight parking follows an odd/even calendar rule. Use the calendar date as of midnight to determine where to park each night. Vehicles must be parked on the odd side of the street on odd-numbered days and on the even side on even-numbered days, between midnight and 7 a.m. Parking on the wrong side may result in a ticket or tow.
Your support ensures quick snow removal and safer winter travel for all. Thank you for your help in making Wadena safer this holiday season!
