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Home tax refund
To spur development of more housing options for our workforce, the City of Albert Lea, Freeborn County and School District 241 have agreed to refund – or abate – a portion of property taxes for construction or improvement of housing in Albert Lea.
Referendum a win for Albert Lea rec facilities
With overwhelming support from voters, Albert Lea is working to improve the City Arena, Aquatic Center and Marion Ross Performing Arts Center. In addition, the city plans to add public restrooms near the Splash Pad at the north end of Broadway Avenue.
City addressing lead water lines
The Albert Lea Utilities Department is taking part in a federal and state effort to identify and replace lead water service lines.
The mission of the City of Albert Lea is to deliver exceptional services that enhance the quality of life for current and future generations.
Salary Statement: Minnesota state law (Chapter 156 of the Session Laws of 2005) requires that “a city or county with a population of more than 15,000 must annually notify its residents of the positions and base salaries of its three highest-paid employees.” For the City of Albert Lea, titles and salaries as of Jan. 1, 2024, are: City Manager, $163,820.80; Director of Public Safety $148,595.20; and Director of Public Works/City Engineer $144,268.80. Date of publication: March 4, 2025