City of Anoka

County: Anoka

Population: 18,076 (2006)

Median Income: $42,659

Avg. Assessed Mkt Value: $200,873 (2006)

Chamber of Commerce: Anoka Chamber of Commerce, 

Hospitals: Mercy

School District(s):  Anoka/Hennepin (11), www.anoka.k12.mn.us, (763) 506-1000

Electric:
  Connexus Energy, www.connexusenergy.com, (763) 323-2600
  Anoka Municipal Utility, (763) 576-2903
Gas:
  Centerpoint Energy, www.centerpointenergy.com, (612) 372-4727
Phone:
  Qwest Communications, www.qwest.com, (800) 244-1111
Cable:
  Comcast, www.comcast.com, (651) 222-3333
Water/Sewer:
  City of Anoka, www.ci.anoka.mn.us, (763) 576-2700
Garbage:
  Allied Waste/BFI, www.alliedwaste.com, (763) 784-2104
  Ace Solid Waste, www.acesolidwaste.com, (763) 427-3110
  Randy's Sanitation, www.randyssanitation.com, (763) 972-3335
  Walter's Recycling & Refuse, www.waltersrecycling.com, (763) 780-8464
  Waste Management, www.wm.com, (952) 890-1100

About the Community of Anoka

Anoka is a well-developed city situated at the confluence of the Rum and Mississippi rivers in the south-west pocket of Anoka County. A thriving business and residential community, Anoka still maintains much of its small-town charm through old Victorian houses and antique shops. Frequently referred to as the Halloween Capital of the World because of its celebrated Halloween parade and events, Anoka covers approximately 7 square miles and is located 20 miles north-west of Minneapolis. Today, more than 600 businesses are located in the community, ranging from small in-home offices to major international corporations. Anoka has operated its own electric utility since 1909. With 825 acres of recreational property and more then 300 acres still undeveloped, Anoka offers recreational activities such as hiking, biking, swimming, tennis, picnicking and golf throughout its numerous parks and playgrounds.

Anoka Parks & Recreation

Facilities:
Anoka has a total of 23 parks, 27 ball fields, 14 tennis courts, 16 skating rinks, 10 horseshoe courts, 2 swimming pools, an 18-hole golf course, a band shelter and an indoor gun range.

Anoka Aquatic Center:
Facility Attractions: 200’ waterslide; 1 & 3 meter diving boards; Adventure walk; Zero-depth entry; Huge shallow play area; Slide for youth under 42” tall; Water play structure with sprays & fountains; Large concession stand; Sand volleyball court; 4 large shade umbrellas; Over 250 lounge chairs; Picnic area and playground adjacent to the facility in George Green Park

Festival/Arts:
Anoka County Fair
Anoka Halloween
Anoka Riverfest & Art Fair
Anoka Tornado Hoops Traveling Basketball