Welcome to City of Dawson - This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. City of Dawson... the small city with the bright future!
The City of Dawson is an innovative community located on the prairies of west central Minnesota maintaining a quality of life surpassed by none. The city excels with excellent school and health care systems, promotion of new industry and the support of existing businesses.
This community is blessed with many active and caring people which have supported the parks, golf course, and the new aquatic center providing recreation to both young and old alike. The Dawson-Boyd Arts Center satisfies our appetite for the arts and theater.
Walking Trail The Lac qui Parle River flows through the community providing an environment of quiet and stress free living. Dawson’s walking trail is located adjacent to the river encompassed by trees, flowers, and native vegetation providing a sanctuary for everything and everyone.
Beautifully renovated homes, well kept lawns and gardens are a common sight in Dawson. From the renovation of older homes, the building of new homes, apartments and townhouses, Dawson offers a variety of fine living.
We invite you to visit. You won’t want to leave!

Featured News
Primary Voting
8/5/2026
City of Dawson Primary Voting will be held on August 11th, 2026, city hall located at 675 Chestnut St. Polls are open from 7:00 am - 8:00 pm. You are allowed to register that day if you meet requirements. For more information or to find out what...
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Additional Charge on July Utility Bills
7/17/2026
Safe Drinking Water Fee
Also known as the public water supply fee
When customers receive their water bill from their water supplier, they may notice that one of the items in the list of charges is "water testing fee" or "state test fee." On the City of...
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