Welcome to the City of Finlayson City of Finlayson… A small town with a big story!
In the City of Finlayson, we are defined less by boundaries on a map, and more by the sense of shared values our residents hold dear.
Small town values, guided growth, preservation of historical, cultural, and natural heritage are just a few of the core principles that makes City of Finlayson a wonderful place to call home!
We are a small town with a BIG story!
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Special City Council Meeting, Nov. 24, 4:30, @ City Hall
11/18/2025
CITY OF FINLAYSON
NOTICE OF SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Finlayson City Council will hold a Special Meeting on November 24, 2025, at 4:30p.m. at Finlayson City Hall, 2217 Finland Avenue, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapter...
City Hall Closed for the Month of November 2025
11/6/2025
City Hall will be closed for the month of November 2025.
If you have questions or need assistance, please email [email protected] or call (320) 233-6472. Emails and phone calls will be reviewed during this time.
CITY HALL CLOSED WEEK OF 11/3-11/7
10/29/2025
City Hall will be closed the week of 11/3-11/7.
If you have questions or need assistance, please email [email protected] or call (320) 233-6472. Emails and phone calls will be reviewed during this time.
Regular City Council Meeting: Monday, December 8, 2025 @ 6:30PM @ City Hall
10/29/2025
CITY OF FINLAYSON
CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETINGS
Notice is hereby given that the City of Finlayson City Council will hold its regular meetings on the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in Finlayson City Hall, located at 2217 Finland Avenue,...
MAYOR TEMPORARY LEAVE; DEPUTY MAYOR MORGAN PERFORMING MAYORAL DUTIES
10/27/2025
PUBLIC NOTICE
Mayor’s Temporary Leave of Absence
Mayor Auchter will be on leave beginning October 27, 2025. During this period, Deputy Mayor Barb Morgan will perform the Mayor’s official duties.
City operations will continue as excpected. Public meetings...
Cold Weather Rule - Courtesy Notification
10/16/2025
Cold Weather Rule Notice – Courtesy Notification
The City of Finlayson provides this notice as a courtesy to all residential water customers. Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule (Minn. Stat. §216B.097) prevents utilities from disconnecting service for...
NOW HIRING: City Clerk-Treasurer
9/12/2025

CITY OF FINLAYSON - JOB OPENING
Position: City Clerk-Treasurer (Full-Time)
The City of Finlayson is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and community-focused individual to serve as City Clerk-Treasurer. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the...
Water Rate Adjustments - Eff 7/1/25
6/30/2025
DATE: June 30, 2025
TO: All City of Finlayson Water Customers
RE: Upcoming Water Rate Adjustments – Effective July 1, 2025
We are writing to inform you of upcoming water rate adjustments that will take effect July 1, 2025, beginning with your July...




