Find Owatonna Phone Directory

Owatonna is the county seat of Steele County in south-central Minnesota. The Owatonna phone directory gives you contact info for city government offices, the police department, and public services. About 26,000 people live here. City Hall at West Hills Circle is the main hub for reaching city staff. The police department has its own direct line for non-emergency calls. This page covers the key phone numbers for Owatonna and links to county and state resources that help residents find information and access public records.

Owatonna City Hall Phone Numbers

Owatonna City Hall is at 540 W Hills Cir, Owatonna, MN 55060. The main phone is 507-444-4300. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The front desk can send your call to any department.

The City of Owatonna website lists department contacts and staff info. You can also use the Owatonna city directory to search for employees by name or browse by department. Key departments include administration, community development, engineering, public works, finance, and parks. Each has its own direct number.

Here is the Owatonna city contact page showing main numbers and office info.

The site covers both ci.owatonna.mn.us and owatonna.gov domains for city info.

The full city directory is shown below.

This directory lists every department and its key staff members with direct phone numbers.

Owatonna Police Phone Directory

The Owatonna Police Department non-emergency line is 507-444-3800. For emergencies, call 911. The department covers patrol, investigations, traffic, and community programs in Owatonna.

You can get copies of police reports by calling the non-emergency line and asking for records. Under Minnesota Statutes, section 13.82, basic arrest data and the nature of charges are public. Parts of reports that contain private data, like victim info or juvenile records, are not released without proper authorization. The department will explain what they can share.

The Owatonna Police page has more info on services and how to reach specific units.

This page covers patrol, investigations, and community outreach programs run by the Owatonna police.

Data Requests in the Owatonna Phone Directory

Owatonna handles public data requests under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act. You can inspect public data for free. Copies may carry a fee. Contact the city clerk through the main City Hall number to start a request.

You do not need to say who you are or why you need the data. The city must respond promptly. If they deny access, they must name the law that blocks release. You can challenge a denial through the state Commissioner or through the courts under section 13.085. As the county seat, Owatonna is also home to Steele County offices where you can access county-level records for property, courts, and the sheriff.

Common data requests in Owatonna include police reports, building permit records, meeting minutes, and financial reports. The city keeps records of all public meetings, and those minutes are available on the website or by request. Budget documents and audit reports are also public data that anyone can view. If you want to see how the city spends its money, these reports break it down by department and fund. The finance office can point you to the right documents if you call City Hall.

Owatonna Phone Directory for Local Services

The Owatonna phone directory covers more than just the main city departments. There are direct lines for utilities, code enforcement, building inspections, and the city attorney. If you have a question about your water bill or need to report a code issue, call City Hall and ask for the right department. Most of these offices share the same building, so transfers are quick.

Owatonna has a strong parks system with several well-kept city parks, sports fields, and recreation programs. The parks and recreation department takes calls for shelter reservations, program sign-ups, and maintenance questions. You can also find info about seasonal programs on the city website. The public works department handles roads, snow removal, water, and sewer. If you have a water main break or see a road hazard, call the main city number and ask for public works. After hours, an on-call crew responds to urgent issues.

The Owatonna Public Library is another resource that residents use often. While the library has its own phone number, you can find it through the city directory. The library offers internet access, meeting rooms, and research help. If you need to look up old city records or local history, the library staff can help point you in the right direction.

Utility billing for water and sewer runs through the finance department at City Hall. Call the main number if you have a billing question or need to set up service. The city posts meeting agendas, minutes, and budget documents on its website. All of these are public data. The city council meets regularly, and meetings are open to anyone who wants to attend. Code enforcement handles complaints about property upkeep and ordinance violations. Call City Hall to file a concern.

State Phone Directory Tools

Owatonna residents can use state-level phone directories and search tools. The Minnesota Court Records Online system covers courts in the 3rd Judicial District that serves Steele County. Search by name, case number, or case type at no cost.

The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension handles criminal background checks statewide. The Secretary of State Business Search lets you find any registered business in Minnesota. The Who Represents Me tool shows your elected officials based on your Owatonna address.

Steele County Resources

Owatonna is the county seat of Steele County. County offices here handle property records, the sheriff, and court administration for the county. For county-level services and contacts, check the Steele County website.

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