Helena Township Information

Here you will find some statistics, contacts, and general information.

Township Statistics

Based On The US 2020 Census Data:

The population of Helena Township is 1,771
There are 587 households.
The Median Age is 48.1(M) and 49.7(F)
The average household size is 3.002 persons per house.

Frequently Requested Information

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Road Issues

If you would like to report a road issue, please contact Jeff Haag at
952-237-4202 or RoadOverseer@helenatownshipmn.gov
Public Highways (Roads) Act [Click To View]

Roadside Mailbox Post Policy

Swing-Away Mailbox Posts

For those properties with a roadside mailbox mounted on a post, please adhere to the Helena Township Resolution 12172025 – Damaged Mailbox Post Policy

WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors for the Township of Helena is the Local Road Authority, and

WHEREAS, mailboxes and mailbox posts are regulated by the United States Postal Service, and

WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors have required uniform swing-away mailbox posts when a new mailbox location is being added at the time of new home construction and when a road construction, reconstruction projects are ordered within the Township, and when a mailbox post is being replaced, and

WHEREAS, the County of Scott requires uniform swing-away mailbox posts along county road construction and reconstruction projects, and

WHEREAS, it is very challenging and difficult for snowplow operators, road graders, ditch mowers, and other maintenance workers to work around non-conforming mailbox posts, which sometimes causes damage to the non-conforming mailbox posts and attached mailboxes,

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, when a swing-away mailbox post is damaged by an action by the Township or its assigns, the repair or replacement will be made at the expense of the Township or its assigns, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, when a non- conforming mailbox post and/or mailbox is damaged by the Township or its assigns, the repair or replacement will be at the expense of the property owner, and

FINALLY BE IT RESOLVED, the standards for the conforming swing-away mailbox post is described within this Resolution in the illustration to the right.

If you would like to schedule a mailbox post inspection, please contact Jeff Haag at
952-237-4202 or RoadOverseer@helenatownshipmn.gov
You can view the PDF with technical drawings in the original Public Notice / Resolution on this website.

Permits

Residents of Helena Township may obtain building permits directly with Scott County. Go to Licenses & Permits page on the Scott County website for all licensing information.

Building Permit (from the Scott County List Of Forms)

The following forms are available on our Permits Page

Driveway/Field Approach
Temporary Driveway
Public Right of Way Application

Emergency Mitigation

Emergency planning doesn’t have to be complicated, and it’s not just for “preppers” or people who live off-grid. It’s for anyone who wants to keep their family safe and reduce stress when things go from everyday normal, to unexpected and life gets interrupted.

Start small. Talk with your household. Make a list. Build your supplies over time.
Here are some helpful links:

State and National Guidance

MN Dept. of Public Safety – Personal & Family Preparedness
Focused on readiness for Minnesota households.
Ready.gov
Federal government resource with guides, videos, and downloadable kits.
Red Cross – Make a Plan
Tips for evacuation planning, emergency kits, and communication plans.

Do1Thing
Take one step per month toward a safer household.

Local Resources

The Helena Township Emergency Prep & Planning Page.
Scott County Hazard Mitigation Plan (PDF)
A detailed look at the risks in our area and how the county plans for them.
Scott County CodeRED Alerts
Sign up for emergency notifications via text, call, or email.
Smart911 Registration
Add your medical and household info so first responders can help you faster in an emergency.
MN Fire Marshall’s CO2 Fact Sheet

Scott County Watershed

Do you have questions about Watershed Management Organizations?
Scott County has Watershed Districts and County based WMOs.

The Scott County Watershed Management page has the following information:

Links to the 4 WMO’s in Scott Co.
The Scott Co. GIS interactive map
Info on surface water planning requirements

Household Waste Disposal

The Scott County HHW is open to Scott County residents 3 days a week
except major holidays and holiday weekends.

Scott County accepts many types wastes including:

Household Hazardous Wastes (HHW), i.e., chemicals, pesticides, paints, batteries, and light bulbs free of charge from households.
Accepts hard to recycle materials, i.e., electronics, small appliances, scrap metal, cardboard, shredded paper, plastic bags and vacuum cleaners free of charge from households.
Accepts TVs, computer monitors, appliances, and tires for a small fee.
You may also want to check with Laker’s New Prague Sanitation for more information 952.758.2991.

Scott Co. HHW DOES NOT accept garbage or demolition waste

see a Full List of disposal options and locations at Scott County 'Other Materials Disposal List'

Report Illegal Dumping!

If you see any illegal dumping on township roads, please report to Nick Reishus, Scott County Environmental, 952.496.8707 for state or county roads, or for township roads, notify the Helena Township Road Overseer.

Waste Disposal

Laker’s New Prague Sanitary Service
26370 Helena Blvd.
New Prague MN 56071
(952) 758-2991