Golden Valley Phone Directory

Golden Valley is a first-ring suburb in Hennepin County with a population of about 22,000, located just west of Minneapolis. The Golden Valley phone directory covers city government offices, the police department, and a public records request system that residents can use to access government data. Whether you need City Hall, the police non-emergency line, or info on how to file a records request, this directory puts you in touch with the right office. Most departments are open weekdays during regular business hours.

Golden Valley City Hall Phone Numbers

Golden Valley City Hall is at 7800 Golden Valley Rd, Golden Valley, MN 55427. The main phone number is 763-593-8000. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. City Hall handles administration, planning, permits, and utility billing.

The Golden Valley city website lists all departments and their phone numbers. You can find contacts for public works, engineering, inspections, parks, and finance. The site also has online payment options, meeting schedules, and links to city codes. If you need a specific person, the staff directory on the website shows names, titles, and direct numbers for city employees.

Here is a screenshot of the Golden Valley city website.

The city website is the starting point for most Golden Valley phone directory searches.

Golden Valley Public Records Phone Directory

Golden Valley has a dedicated public records request page at goldenvalleymn.gov/189/Public-Records-Request. This page explains how to request government data from the city under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act. You can submit requests online, by phone, by mail, or in person at City Hall.

Below is a screenshot of the Golden Valley public records request page.

This page walks you through the process of requesting public data from Golden Valley.

Under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, all government data is presumed public unless a law says otherwise. You can inspect data for free. Copies cost up to 25 cents per page for the first 100 pages. You do not need to give your name or explain why you want the data. The city must name a Responsible Authority under Minn. Stat. section 13.025 to handle all data requests.

Golden Valley Police Phone Numbers

For emergencies in Golden Valley, call 911. The police non-emergency number is 763-593-8079. Use this line for minor reports, general questions, or to check on a case. The Golden Valley Police Department handles patrol, investigations, and community policing for the city.

The Golden Valley police page has info on the department's services, programs, and contacts. You can find details on crime prevention, community events, and how to request police reports.

Below is a screenshot of the Golden Valley police page.

The police page covers all public safety services available in Golden Valley.

Under Minnesota Statutes section 13.82, arrest data is public. Active investigation data is confidential while a case is open. You can request public police records without ID. The police records unit handles these requests and can tell you which data is available and what it costs.

Hennepin County Phone Directory

Golden Valley is in Hennepin County, the most populated county in Minnesota. The county provides property records, court services, data practices, social services, and more. The county data practices line is 612-348-4307. Email requests go to hcdatarequest@hennepin.us. The Hennepin County data practices page has full details on the request process.

The county also runs a property information search tool at hennepin.us. Court records are searchable through Minnesota Court Records Online. Golden Valley falls in the 4th Judicial District for court matters.

Data Rights in Golden Valley

Under Minn. Stat. section 13.04, you have the right to see your own private data held by any government office, including Golden Valley. You can challenge the accuracy of that data, and the agency must respond within 30 days. If a request for public data is denied, you can appeal under Minn. Stat. section 13.085 or seek civil remedies under Minn. Stat. section 13.08.

The state IPAD office at 651-296-6733 answers questions about data practices. Under Minn. Stat. section 13.43, certain government employee data is public, including names, job titles, and salaries. The Secretary of State Business Search handles business filing lookups statewide.

Golden Valley has its own fire department, public works division, and parks system. Each has a direct phone number listed on the city website. The public works department handles streets, utilities, and storm water. Parks and recreation manages city parks, trails, and community programs. You can call City Hall at 763-593-8000 and ask to be transferred to any of these divisions. The Golden Valley phone directory on the website is searchable by department or staff name, making it quick to find the right contact.

The city sits along Interstate 394 and Highway 100, making it easy to reach from downtown Minneapolis and the western suburbs. Several state agencies have offices near Golden Valley, and the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension handles statewide criminal background checks. Residents can also use the Who Represents Me tool to find their elected officials at the state and federal level by address.

Under Minn. Stat. section 10.46, telephone records of government entities are generally public data. This means Golden Valley phone directory information is accessible to anyone. The city's online directory, paired with Hennepin County and state resources, gives residents a thorough set of contacts for reaching every level of government that serves them.

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