Licensed Solicitors

Wondering who to call for tree trimming or waste hauling? Wondering about the person knocking on your door to sell driveway coating?

The City of Fridley requires certain businesses to be licensed with the City in order to do business. These businesses undergo police background checks for your safety. This page offers you some help with who to call for your next project and when to be wary of someone knocking on your door.

Solicitors / Peddlers

Solicitors or peddlers are categorized as any business that goes door-to-door to sell products or services; this does not include non-profit youth groups like scouts or schools.

If you are interested in obtaining a license, please visit our Solicitor License webpage.

To find currently licensed solicitors, visit the CitizenServe portal and select Solicitor License - Business or Solicitor License - Individual from the dropdown to view the list.

View the list of currently licensed solicitors You will need to click the "submit" button to generate the list. 

Tree Trimmers and Tree Services

A list of tree trimmers and services licensed with the City of Fridley is located on our CitizenServe program. This list will be helpful for new residents looking to set up tree care, current residents looking to compare rates, businesses needing tree services and homeowners landscape projects.

The stated records are public and may be inspected by anyone during regular business hours. The City of Fridley believes the data presented here to be accurate, however, the City in no way guarantees the completeness or accuracy of this data. The data shown here is provided for informational purposes only and does not imply any endorsement by the City. 

To find currently licensed tree trimmers/services, visit the CitizenServe portal and select Tree Trimming License from the dropdown to view the list. 

View the list of Tree Trimmers and Services You will need to click the "submit" button to generate the list. 

Waste Haulers

A list of garbage haulers and roll-off vendors licensed with the City of Fridley is located on our CitizenServe program. This list will be helpful for new residents looking to set up waste collection, current residents looking to compare rates, businesses needing hauler services and homeowners doing remodeling projects.

The stated records are public and may be inspected by anyone during regular business hours. The City of Fridley believes the data presented here to be accurate, however, the City in no way guarantees the completeness or accuracy of this data. The data shown here is provided for informational purposes only and does not imply any endorsement by the City. 

To find currently licensed haulers, visit the CitizenServe portal and select Solid Waste Hauler License from the dropdown to view the list.

View the list of Waste Haulers You will need to click the "submit" button to generate the list. 

Registered Liquor Caterers

Are you planning on hosting a wedding or some other type of event at a venue in Fridley? Are you planning to serve alcohol at your event?

The City of Fridley would like your event to be successful and is here to help with your questions.

*The City of Fridley requires caterers who provide food and alcohol to events in the city to register with the City of Fridley and provide event notification information for each event it conducts.*

Choosing a Caterer

  • For your convenience, a list of currently registered caterers is provided below.
  • You may choose a different caterer, however, they must provide both food and alcohol AND register with the City of Fridley at least 30 days prior to the event. 

Temporary Intoxicating Liquor Licenses

The City cannot issue temporary intoxicating liquor licenses to individuals or businesses. Only a non-profit organization meeting specific requirements for a community event may apply for a temporary intoxicating liquor license with at least 45 days notice.

Questions can be directed to Ryan George, Deputy Director - Police, by email or by phone at 763-572-3637.

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