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Welcome

The City of Empire is a growing city on the southeast edge of the Twin Cities urbanized area, home to the Whitetail Woods Regional County Park
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Public Works Rental

The rental area of the Public Works building faces Vermillion River Trail. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis
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Public Notices

Notices will be posted at Empire City Hall, 3385 197th Street W; Castle Rock Bank; and on the City's website

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Employment Opportunities

We welcome you as an applicant for employment with The City of Empire, and it's our policy to provide equal opportunity in employment
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AUAR Study Update

Learn more about plans for future growth in Empire, including important dates for community engagement in the AUAR planning process. 
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Empire Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan Updates

Review the new citywide Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan for Empire that was adopted in 2025!

Community Calendar

January 2026
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Exercise
Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 8:00 AM to
Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Yoga
Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM to
Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 8:00 AM to
Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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