1850History
European settlers began coming to the area from both Canada and the eastern states around 1850.
1857History
The area's first unit of local government was the township of Centerville, organized on August 11, 1857, and encompassing 36 square miles.
1955Government
On May 11, 1955, the Village of Lino Lakes was incorporated.
1972Government
In 1972, the state legislature changed all Minnesota villages to cities.
2000History
=== 2000 census ===
As of the census of 2000, there were 11,791 people, 3,857 households, and 3,162 families living in the city.
2010History
On July 26, 2010, the Lino Lakes City Council voted 4–1 to establish English as Lino Lakes's official language.