Meeker County Recorder

Todd County Social Services is a county department that provides chemical dependency, family counseling and housing rehabilitation services. Located in Long Prairie, Minn., the department also offers mental health care and medical assistance services. Its child support enforcement services include paternity establishment and the collection, distribution and enforcement of support orders. In addition, Todd County Social Services administers the Food Stamp Program, which includes financial assistance for low-income individuals and families to purchase food items. The department provides individual protection services related to abuse and neglect. It additionally administers the Energy Assistance Program (EAP), which provides crisis management and replacement services. The department is a part of the Minnesota Department of Human Services, which has a staff of more than 7,200 employees and offers employment-related and economic support services.

The Income Maintenance Department provides programs and quality services that support the dignity and self-sufficiency of residents in Anoka County, Minn. The department offers a variety of cash programs for individuals and families that include Diversionary Work Program, Minnesota Family Investment Program and Minnesota Supplemental Aid. The Income Maintenance Department s child support program helps children in obtaining financial, medical and child care supports. It also offers a range of emergency and food support programs. Additionally, the department provides funeral funds, medical programs and housing referral assistance. The Income Maintenance Department is administered by the Department of Human Services.

Located in Little Falls, Minn., the Morrison County Sheriff's Office is a law enforcement agency that protects residents lives and property, maintains peace and order, and reduces crime through education, prevention and proactive police services. It provides law enforcement services to more than 45 townships and cities across over 1,100 square miles. The Morrison County Sheriff's Office employs a staff of more than 70 full- and part-time officers, civilians and community volunteers. The office has a civil process unit that provides the service of legal processes and papers received from individuals, private attorneys, the court and other county agencies. The Morrison County Sheriff's Office supports and conducts several youth events and neighborhood and vacation watch programs.