Willmar, Minnesota Public Records

To register to vote in Willmar, Minnesota, residents can register online through the Minnesota Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Kandiyohi County elections office. Minnesota requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Minnesota Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Willmar, contact the Kandiyohi County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

Property records for Willmar are kept by the Kandiyohi County Recorder, which records deeds, mortgages and liens, and the Kandiyohi County Assessor, which sets assessed values for tax purposes. See County Recorder (https://www.co.kandiyohi.mn.us/departments/recorder/index.php) to search recorded documents or request copies.

Vital records, such as birth, death, and marriage certificates, are maintained by the Kandiyohi County Recorder's office. Residents can request copies of these records by visiting the County Recorder's website at https://www.co.kandiyohi.mn.us/departments/recorder/index.php or by contacting the office directly.

Business license records for Willmar are split between the Minnesota business registry, which lists every corporation and LLC, and the local offices that issue business licenses and permits. See Minnesota Business & Corporation Search (https://mblsportal.sos.mn.gov/) to search registered businesses and City of Willmar (https://www.willmarmn.gov/) for local licenses and permits.

Residents and business owners can find information on licenses, permits, and other business related public records on the city's website at https://www.willmarmn.gov/departments/community_development/index.php.