City of Wells

11/02/2026

Check out the City of Wells EDA page.

Exciting News for Wells Homeowners!

The City of Wells is partnering with the Minnesota Valley Action Council (MVAC) and the Region Nine Development Commission to apply for a Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) grant through the state!

What does this mean for our community?
If awarded, this grant program could bring up to $25,000 per qualifying household in 10-year forgivable loans for home repairs and upgrades (siding, roofing, windows, and more!).

We are currently in the initial application phase this fall .If you qualify and are interested in grant funding for home improvements, please fill out our quick survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZZXQWS8

This survey is being conducted the by the Region Nine Development Commission who is writing this grant. Any questions regarding this survey or the grant application please contact:
Sabri Fair (507) 389 - 8886 or at [email protected]

10/29/2026

10/13/2026

🚧 TH 22/109 CONSTRUCTION UPDATE – OCTOBER 13, 2026 🚧

MnDOT has provided the latest update on the Highway 22/109 Reconstruction Project in Wells.

⚠️ IMPORTANT UPCOMING ROAD CLOSURE:

Highway 22 will be closed from Friday, October 16 through Tuesday, October 20, weather permitting, to allow crews to complete utility work at the intersection of Highways 22 and 109.

🚗 Additional Updates:

Local access for residents crossing Highway 109 will transition to 6th Avenue.

Utility installations and grading work will continue along Highway 109.

Residents are reminded to label garbage and recycling bins with their house numbers to help ensure proper pickup during construction.

📋 Please review the attached MnDOT update for additional details, project contacts, and information on upcoming work.

Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as crews work toward completing this year's construction activities!

10/09/2026

📢 CITY COUNCIL MEETING CANCELED

The Wells City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2026, has been canceled due to a lack of quorum.

The City Council's next regular meeting will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026.

Thank you for your understanding!

09/18/2026

🍂🌱 Friendly Reminder: Leaf Burning & Grass Clippings

🌱 Grass clippings should NOT be blown into the street.

Grass clippings can clog storm drains and obstruct the flow of water to the sewer system. They can also create slippery and dangerous road conditions for motorcyclists and bicyclists. Please keep grass clippings on your property and out of the roadway.

🔥 Leaf burning is permitted October 1 through December 1 and must follow these guidelines:

• Burning is allowed only from noon to 8:00 p.m.
• Adult supervision is required at all times.
• Fires may be no larger than 3 feet high by 3 feet in diameter.
• Fires must be at least 25 feet from any structure.
• Only one fire per property is allowed.
• No burning in streets or alleys.
• Burning is not permitted during State-issued burn bans.

🍁 Please remember: Leaves may NOT be pushed or raked into the street.

Leaves in the street can block drainage and obstruct the flow of water to storm sewers. Please dispose of leaves by bringing them to the City compost site or by burning them on your property in accordance with the guidelines above.

Thank you for doing your part to keep our streets, storm drains, and community safe and clean!

09/09/2026

CITY HALL & DMV HOURS UPDATE

Beginning Monday, September 21, 2026, City Hall and the DMV will be closed daily from 12:00 PM–1:00 PM. This schedule will remain in effect through December 31, 2026.

🕛 Closed: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
🕐 Reopening: 1:00 PM

Please plan your visits accordingly. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your patience and understanding! 😊

09/03/2026

🚧 Highway 22/109 Construction Update – Wells as of 9-1-26🚧

Here’s the latest on the Highway 22/109 project from MnDOT:

🔹 Sanitary sewer work is underway along Highway 109. Residents are reminded not to drive or park on the red bypass hose, as it is a critical part of the sanitary sewer system. Please also watch for temporary water supply lines in the construction area.

🔹 Crews will continue removing spoil piles and extra sub-grade material near 6th Avenue.

⚠️ Upcoming Highway 22 Closure: Highway 22 is scheduled to close Tuesday, September 8 for railroad crossing repair work. Local residents will be able to use alternate routes, including 2nd Street NW and W. Franklin Street. The map included with this post shows the closure area highlighted in orange.

🚗 Local access across Highway 109 at 3rd Avenue will continue to be maintained until further notice.

🗑️ Garbage & Recycling Reminder: If you are within the construction area, please label the top of your bin with your house number and place it at the end of your driveway. The contractor will move bins to an accessible pickup location and return them afterward.

Follow along with all construction updates on:
https://www.dot.state.mn.us/d7/projects/hwy22wells/

QUESTIONS?

Contacts:

MnDot: Bailey Wolff-Gerdts – 507-317-4364 /
[email protected]

City of Wells: Ben Rosol – 507-236-6357 / [email protected]

Ulland: Matt Carlson – 507-402-2186 / [email protected]

Thank you to everyone for your continued patience and cooperation as construction progresses! Please use caution around work zones and construction equipment.

09/02/2026

🇺🇸 Labor Day Closure 🇺🇸

In observance of Labor Day, Wells City Hall & DMV will be closed Monday, September 7th.

We will reopen with regular business hours on Tuesday, September 8th at 7:30 a.m.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend! 🇺🇸