FAQs

Any county in Minnesota with a population of more than 100,000 has the option to have seven commissioners (instead of the standard five). St. Louis County’s population is approximately 200,000, so each commissioner represents about 28,500 people.  

Even though the courthouse is a county building, the court system is actually part of the state government. The court administrator’s office can be reached at:

Duluth 218-726-2460

Virginia 218-749-7106

Hibbing 218-262-0105

Citizens are encouraged to call or email their commissioner with questions or concerns. The public also may address all commissioners during a time allotted at the beginning of each board meeting.