City Government
Canton City Hall
Street Address: 106 North Main Street
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 92
Canton, MN 55922
Phone: (507) 743-5000
Email: clerk@cantonmn.com
City Hall Hours
Monday-Thursday
7 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Friday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Upcoming
The City of Canton is a statutory city organized under the laws of the State of Minnesota. Canton was incorporated as a village in 1879 by an act of the State Legislature. Canton is governed by a mayor, who serves a two-year term; and four councilmembers, who serve four-year terms. All members are elected at-large and serve the entire population of the city. An appointed clerk/treasurer oversees city administration and business functions; however, the position does not have a vote on the council. Likewise, an appointed public works director manages the city’s public utilities and maintenance departments. Elected officials and city staff work together to provide the best possible quality of life for the citizens of Canton while being good stewards of tax dollars.
Contacts
Elected Officials
Kristy Ziegler
Councilmember
greenjaynovel@gmail.com
Term Expires 2026
Utilities Committee
Finance Committee
Jen Dowling
Councilmember
dowling 8440@yahoo.com
Term Expires 2024
Personnel Committee
Utilities Committee
Jason Magnuson
Councilmember
jmagnuson71@gmail.com
Term Expires 2026
Streets Committee
Parks/Rec Committee
City Staff
| Anne Koliha, City Clerk | clerk@cantonmn.com |
| Barb Kerns, Deputy Clerk | deputyclerk@cantonmn.com |
| Jim Davis, Public Works | publicworks@cantonmn.com |
| Jon Nordsving, Public Works Director | publicworks@cantonmn.com |
City Council Meetings
2023 Canton City Council Meetings
| September 13, 2023 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| August 9, 2023 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| July 12, 2023 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| June 14, 2023 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| May 10, 2023 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| April 12, 2023 – 6pm Regular Mtg | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| April 12, 2023 – 6pm Public Hearing | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| March 8, 2023 – 6pm Public Hearing | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| March 8, 2023 – 6pm Regular Mtg | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| February 8, 2023 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| January 11, 2023 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
2022 Meetings (click to expand)
| December 14, 2022 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| November 14, 2022 – 6pm | Minutes | ||
| November 9, 2022 – 6pm (Special Meeting) | Special Meeting Packet | Regular Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| November 3, 2022 – 6pm (Special Meeting) | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| October 12, 2022 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| September 14, 2022 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| September 6, 2022 – 6pm (Special Meeting) | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| August 25, 2022 – 6pm (Special Meeting) | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| August 10, 2022 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| July 13, 2022 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| June 8, 2022 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| May 11, 2022 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| April 13, 2022 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| March 9, 2022 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| February 9, 2022 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
| January 12, 2022 – 6pm | Agenda | Meeting Packet | Minutes |
The Canton City Council generally meets in regular session the second Wednesday of the month.
Meetings take place at Canton Town Hall, located at 107 N. Ash Street. The public is encouraged to attend and may offer feedback during the public comments portion of the agenda. Other requests for agenda items must be received at least one week in advance of the scheduled meeting date. Contact the city clerk for additional information.
Fees & Charges
Financial Reports
- City of Canton Financial Statement 12/31/2022
With Independent Auditors - City of Canton Independent Auditors’ Report 12/31/2022
On Communications with Those Charged with Governance
- City of Canton Financial Statement 12/31/2021
With Independent Auditors - City of Canton Independent Auditors’ Report 12/31/2021
On Communications with Those Charged with Governance
- City of Canton Financial Statement 12/31/2020
With Independent Auditors - City of Canton Independent Auditors’ Report 12/31/2020
On Communications with Those Charged with Governance
- City of Canton Financial Statement 12/31/2019
With Independent Auditors - City of Canton Independent Auditors’ Report 12/31/2019
On Communications with Those Charged with Governance
Canton City Ordinances
Click on the title of each chapter to open the document.
30. General Provisions
31. Departments, Boards and Commissions
32. Emergency Management
50. Garbage and Rubbish
51. Sewer Regulations
52. Water Regulations
53. Storm Water Drainage Utility
54. Rates and Charges
70. Traffic Regulations
71. Parking Regulations
72. Snowmobiles
73. Recreational and Other Vehicles
74. Bicycles, Roller Blades, Roller Skates, Roller Skis and Skateboards
90. Abandoned Property
91. Animals
92. Health and Safety; Nuisances
93. Streets and Sidewalks
111. Commercial Amusements
112. Liquor Regulations
113. Peddlers and Solicitors
114. Reserved
115. Reserved
116. Regulating Lawful Gambling
117. Garage and Rummage Sales
118. Regulation of Public Dances and Special Events
119. Sexually Oriented Businesses – 119 Appendix
130. General Offenses
150. General Provisions
151. Zoning
152. Subdivision Control
153. Anti-Blight Regulations
Table of Authorities
References to Minnesota Statutes
References to Minnesota Rules
Zoning Ordinance Chapter 151 Amended April 2023
Ordinance No. 2023-1 – ORDINANCE ADOPTING A SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR VARIOUS SERVICES, LICENSES AND PERMITS
Ordinance No. 2022-13 – RESOLUTION TO OF SUPPORT FOR THE CANTON COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION TO APPLY FOR MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING EXEMPT PERMIT
Ordinance No. 2022-14 – A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT ACCEPTANCE
Ordinance No. 2022-15 – RESOLUTION TO CERTIFY RESULTS OF THE 2022 GENERAL ELECTION
Ordinance No. 2020-01 – Ordinance Enacting the Code of Ordinances for the City of Canton
Affidavit of Publication for Ordinance Enacting the Code of Ordinances for the City of Canton