City Cannabis Ordinances

Beginning August 1, Minnesota legalized the adult use of cannabis, and people ages 21 and up can now possess up to two ounces of cannabis and consume it without legal penalty. This month, the City of Oakdale passed additional ordinances, as permitted by M...

City Wins Leaders In Local Government Award For BREA Program

City of Oakdale officials and staff attended the St. Paul Area Chamber Leaders in Local Government Awards luncheon Wednesday, September 13, and the City accepted an award recognizing the Business Retention, Expansion and Attraction (BREA) program as the w...

Summer Photo Contest Voting Open

We are excited to announce the six outstanding finalists for our 2023 Summer Photo Contest! Fans can vote for their favorite photo by selecting “Like” on each photo from now until September 30. The top three photos with the most “likes” will be named the ...

2023 State of the City Address

Oakdale Mayor Kevin Zabel delivered the “2023 Oakdale State of the City” address on September 7. In the address, Mayor Zabel highlights some of the changes taking place in Oakdale, some of the challenges the City faces and how we plan ...

Buckthorn Curbside Collection Dates

The City of Oakdale's annual dates for curbside collection of buckthorn have been set for Tuesdays, September 26, October 10, and October 24. Residents must complete a waiver by the Friday prior to scheduled pickup dates for collection. ...

Utility Billing Software and Payment System Changes

The City of Oakdale upgraded to a new utility billing software and payment system that will provide a modern, enhanced customer service experience. The City launched the new system on August 29, 2023.

Utility billing customers should have received a letter...

Watering Restrictions Now In Place For Drought Warning

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has determined that the state of Minnesota is now in a drought warning phase due to the ongoing hot and dry weather pattern. 

In an effort to conserve valuable water resources, please adhere to t...

Recover Lost and Stolen Property With Foundrop

The City of Oakdale Police Department is partnering with Foundrop, a free service that helps owners recover lost and stolen property and focuses on reuniting community members with items that are most important to them. Foundrop allows the Oakdale Police ...

No Spikes or Stakes in City Parks

The City of Oakdale asks the public to refrain from placing any spikes, stakes, nets or other sharp objects into grassy areas and ball fields at City parks. Significant damage has been caused to City irrigation systems this summer from these objects being...