City of Cloquet reopens slowly

After closing public access to city facilities since March, the City of Cloquet is opening back up, one step at a time.

City parks reopened last week, with cautionary signs posted to let residents know that playgrounds aren’t sanitized and park users (including the skatepark and basketball court) should follow social distancing recommendations. Pinehurst Pond and indoor rental space remain closed at this time.

The library also reopened for staff but is offering curbside pickup of material. To request materials, call 218-879-1531 or emailing [email protected].

The following city facilities will open to the public June 1.

The combined City Hall and Cloquet Police Department will reopen to the public, with entry through the parking lot side of the building only. The finance department will begin accepting payments at the customer service counter in City Hall, and residents can apply for various city permits in person or via email or phone.

Spafford Park Campground will open to seasonal and monthly campers only. In compliance with required safety guidelines, the bathhouse will remain closed and only self-contained campers with full bathrooms and sewer tanks will be allowed at this time.

City Council meetings will still be conducted virtually, to observe the 10-person gathering limit suggested by the governor. Watch the meetings on the city website at cloquetmn.com. Public comments can be emailed in advance or citizens can call City Hall at 218-879-3347 in advance to request a call-in phone number or meeting link.