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COON RAPIDS GENERAL INFORMATION, Cont. Cable Television Provided by City franchise and operated by Comcast. Universal PEG service is free of charge for customers wishing to receive only the Public, Educational and Government channels. Call 651-222-3333 . Home Improvement Loan Program The City, in cooperation with the Coon Rapids Mortgage Assistance Foundation, has contracted with CCE Financial Resources to administer a loan program for homeowners to maintain, remodel, and improve their home. Loans up to $30,000 are available, with interest and payment schedule dependent upon income. Call 612-335-5884 or visit www.mncee.org to learn more about the program. Recreational Programs Through cooperation with County, State, School District, and many sport-specific youth associations, the City provides a total recreational environment. Visit www.coonrapidsmn.gov for information. Rent Assistance Civic Center Facilities The Civic Center has a large banquet/meeting room with seating for 225, kitchen facilities, garden area, training room, and two conference rooms available for rental. Call the Facilities Coordinator at 763-767-6522 for more information or visit www.coonrapidsmn.gov. Official Newspaper The City’s official newspaper is the Coon Rapids Herald, which is published every Friday. Call 763-421-4444 . Coon Rapids Website/E-Mail The City of Coon Rapids’ website provides convenient information on a variety of topics. Users can access employment opportunities, Council agendas, City Code, public notices, current events and announcements, history and statistics, recreation and park information, specific departments, and many other helpful categories. City Council and Planning Commission meetings may be viewed online. Citizens may contact the City via e-mail to ask a question or submit a concern. E-mails are directed to one mailbox and distributed to the appropriate staff person for a response. The Housing Assistance Division issues vouchers and performs re-certification eligibility of low and moderate income residents Citizens may also sign up for e-bulletins to automatically receive currently receiving Section 8 rent assistance living or moving into Council updates, construction and development reports, the City of Coon Rapids. For information on affordable housing, employment opportunities, and public safety information. call the Metro Information Line at 651-602-1880 or access the website, www.housinglink.org. Visit the website: www.coonrapidsmn.gov Contact the city by e-mail: mail@coonrapidsmn.gov Contact the city by fax: 763-767-6491 Questions regarding these services may be directed to 763-767-6432. Networking Events Our Mission: To be the leading advocate and resource for business in the greater Anoka County area by promoting economic growth and development, impacting public policy, providing education opportunities and building professional relationships. • Results-Oriented Networking Opportunities • Increased Access to Top Governmental and Business Leaders in the Community • Centerpiece for Economic Development • Cutting-Edge Business Programs to Enhance Your Bottom Line Welcoming Area Businesses chamber@metronorthchamber.org www.metronorthchamber.org Phone 763/783-3553 • Fax 763/783-3557 Educating Connecting Recognizing 38 2011-2012 Official Andover/Coon Rapids Community Resource & Residents’ Guide ™

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