News Flash

Polk County Office Closure Notice

Effective Friday, March 20, 2020 at noon, Polk County offices will be closed to the general public pending the response to mitigation efforts against the COVID-19 virus, until further notice.  

 This includes the DMV/License Center in Cro...

Coronavirus Disease 2019

This is an evolving situation, so information and recommendations are likely to change. For more information on the current situation, visit the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html and the Ce...

Polk County Local Boards of Appeal and Equalization

Due to recent events, Governor Walz has declared an emergency under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 12.  Because of this, Polk County will be following the guidance of the Minnesota Department of Revenue and the Minnesota Department of Health to limi...

Polk County License Center Info During Closure

Polk County License Center will be closed to the public starting at Noon on Friday March, 20^th until further notice.

There will be a drop box for tab renewals outside of The Polk County Government Center building, that will be checked multiple times a day....

Elections Outreach

Providing accurate and current polling information while sharing election results and current representatives. Polk County simplifies civic engagement.

Law Enforcement Citizens' Academy

Who may attend the academy?

Applicants must meet the following criteria:  

1. Live, work or attend school in the city of Crookston or be a resident of Polk County,
2. Be at least 18 years old, 
3. Have no felony convictions,
4. Have no serious misdemeano...

County Newsletter

The newsletter updates the residents of Polk County on what is currently happening in the county. Read about the projects that are going on and the services we provide.

Property Tax Statements

Property tax statements are now available through the Polk County Real Estate search.

Foster Care

Children enter foster care because of neglect, abuse, a family crisis or the child’s own needs. Foster homes are intended to be places of safety and comfort for a child.

Foster Care enables children to:

• Remain in their communities
• Remain close to their sibli...