Mille Lacs County

Proudly Serving Mille Lacs County

Mille Lacs County is located in East Central Minnesota,

approximately one hour north of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area.

Founded in 1857.

County population is 27,125.

Number of households is 10,672.

Finalizing Details!

East Central Minnesota Habitat Development Projects

Local Resources, Partners and Services

(such as housing rehabilitation/weatherization, down payment assistance)

The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe provides specialized services to their members.

Key services available for members include:

Housing Assistance: The Department of Community Development offers home repair/improvement grants, home loan programs, and rent-to-own opportunities for tribal members.
Emergency Assistance: Assistance for rent or damage deposits, as well as a no-interest emergency loan program for housing crises.
Weatherization Services: Programs to improve energy efficiency include adding attic/wall insulation, reducing air leakage, and repairing or replacing heating systems like furnaces and water heaters.
Energy Assistance: Support in applying for the Minnesota Energy Assistance Program, including crisis, and "Reach Out for Warmth" services.
Eligibility & Priority: Programs generally serve low-income band members, with priority frequently given to elderly, disabled individuals, or families with children. Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe

For more details, contact the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Housing Department at 320-532-4163 or visit their official website.

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Lakes and Pines Community Action Council, Inc. (1-800-832-6082) is the primary provider of housing rehabilitation, weatherization, and energy assistance in Mille Lacs County. They offer programs for low-income households, including emergency housing assistance and home repair.

Meeting/Engagement Opportunities/Presentations

More to come: Information about local town halls, public hearings, or planning meetings for new housing developments.

If you would like ECM Habitat to give a presentation for your group or organization, please contact Susan Morris at 763-689-0288 or info@ecmhabitat.org