Tri-County Solid Waste in New Facility
The Tri-County Solid Waste office, drop-off facilities and product exchange are now conveniently located at the new Household Hazardous Waste Facility, about three blocks south of the Stearns County Service Center. The address is 3601 5th Street South, Waite Park, MN 56387.
Noxious Weed Control
The Stearns County Highway Department is beginning roadside vegetation work along all Stearns County highways. Unwanted brush and noxious weeds will be cut and/or treated with herbicide. Learn more about this program.
Who Handles the Permits I Need?
Determining which permits you need for a building project - and who issues the permits - depends on where your project is located within Stearns County. Learn more about permitting, and use our clickable map to find your permit information!
Learn more about recycling, disposal and other environment-related tips through our blogs "Simple Things You Can Do to Save Planet Earth" and "Rock #3."
Learn about the Message in a Bottle Program and how you can help recycle while away from home.