The City of Lakes

City of Fairmont

Fairmont sits at the heart of Martin County, surrounded by a chain of five lakes. From utility billing to public notices, this is where you take care of business with the City.

Aerial view of Fairmont’s chain of lakes

10,226

Residents

1857

Founded

5

Lakes in the chain

1901

Charter city since

I want to…

Take care of business

The most common things residents need from the City — pick a card and get it done.

Pay Utilities

Water, electric, and wastewater bills — pay online through the Enerlyte portal.

Pay online

Report a Concern

Potholes, code issues, or citizen requests go straight to the Citizen Support Center.

Submit a request

Find a Job

Current openings with the City of Fairmont, plus links to CareerForce and Indeed.

View openings

Public Notices

Budget workshops, public hearings, and official notices posted per Minnesota statute.

Read notices

Parks & Recreation

Aquatic Park, Cedar Creek Park, and the Winnebago Avenue Sports Complex — permits and programs.

Explore parks

Permits & Zoning

Building permits, zoning permits, planning applications, and event permits in one place.

Apply now

News & Announcements

What’s happening in Fairmont

Budget workshops, City Council meetings, new ordinances, and community updates — all posted as they happen. The City Council meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall.

Upcoming: Budget Workshops on August 12 and 25, and the City Council Workshop on Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) Funds continues this month.

News and announcements

Visit Fairmont

Looking to visit or relocate?

Fairmont offers a chain of five lakes, a vibrant downtown, and a community built for families and businesses alike. Explore what makes the City of Lakes special.