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SeeClickFix is the fastest, easiest way for you to submit non-emergency requests to your community, stay updated, and initiate change in your community.
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Report Concerns with SeeClickFix SeeClickFix is the fastest, easiest way for you to submit non-emergency requests to the City. Damaged park equipment, potholes, water quality concerns, event information, street light outages, and so much more can all be reported or requested through the new SeeClickFix system.
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SeeClickFix is designed to allow users to report concerns right in the moment. When you are at the park, or out for a walk, or at the beach. Users will be able to mark locations on a map and send photos right from their phone. You can make reports at BlaineMN.gov/ReportIt or by downloading the SeeClickFix app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store today. By downloading the app, you will be able to keep track of all your requests in one place and receive updates on the status of your concerns.
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Another new tool recently debuted is the new interactive BlaineBot on BlaineMN.gov. BlaineBot is a 24/7 chat feature that will be able to answer your questions and help direct you to the correct information. During City Hall business hours users will also have the option to chat directly with a City staff member. The City is continually looking for new ways to enhance the service that Blaine residents receive and SeeClickFix and BlaineBot are two new ways residents can connect with the City.
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2022 Election Information Absentee Voting Starts on September 23 Election season is upon us. In Blaine voters will elect four city councilmembers this fall along with various county, state, and federal elections. A primary election was held on August 9 to narrow the field of candidates.
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Council Ward 1 Special Election two-year term • Lori Saroya • Dick Swanson
Council Ward 1 Four-year term • Tom Newland • Scott Rosochacki
Council Ward 2 Four-year term • Joe Menth • Jess Robertson
Council Ward 3 Four-year term • Terra Fleming • Al Goracke
Absentee Voting – September 23-November 8 Starting on September 23 voters can complete an absentee ballot by mail or in-person at Blaine City Hall. To request an absentee ballot by mail visit MNVotes.org. Ballots requested by mail must be returned by Election Day. Ballots can be returned by mail or in-person no later than 3PM on Election Day, All voters also have the option to complete an absentee ballot in-person at Blaine City Hall. This service is available starting on September 23. In-person absentee voting hours are, Monday-Friday from 8AM-4:30PM. Additional special hours will be held for in-person absentee ballots on Saturday, November 5 from 10AM-3PM and until 5PM on Monday, November 7.
General Election – Tuesday, November 8 Blaine has 26 polling places across the City. All polling places will be open for voting on Tuesday, November 8 from 7AM-8PM. Anyone in line at 8PM will be able to vote.
What Ward Are You In? Due to redistricting, ward boundaries have changed since the last election and the City has added additional precincts and polling places. Find your council ward and Election Day voting location at BlaineMN.gov/Elections.