Institution · Minneapolis, MN

Aurora Charter School

Name: Aurora Charter School
Address: 2103 26th St E, Minneapolis, MN

2103 26th St E

Last inspected May 19, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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5 inspections

Routine

May 19, 2026

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

majorCode MN Rule 4626.1095Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks must be located in close proximity to: • Food and beverage preparation areas • Food and beverage service areas • Warewashing areas • Toilet rooms

Inspector’s notes

Observed no handsink in the foodservice cafeteria room where food is dispensed onto plates. Obtain a handsink and required plumbing permits when installing the sink in this service area.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0285BCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths used for wiping surfaces must: • Be held in an approved sanitizing solution • Laundered daily

Inspector’s notes

Observed a couple of sanitizer buckets with only 100 PPM quat. This was immediately corrected by CFPM. Maintain quat sanitizer at proper concentration as marked on label.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, May 19, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Sep 30, 2025

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

majorCode MN Rule 4626.1095Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks must be located in close proximity to: • Food and beverage preparation areas • Food and beverage service areas • Warewashing areas • Toilet rooms

Inspector’s notes

Observed no handsink in the foodservice cafeteria room where food is dispensed onto plates. Obtain a handsink and required plumbing permits when installing the sink in this service area. This was discussed and a site visit by plan review determined that the closest handsink within the warewash area does not qualify.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Sep 30, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Dec 20, 2024

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

majorCode MN Rule 4626.1095Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks must be located in close proximity to: • Food and beverage preparation areas • Food and beverage service areas • Warewashing areas • Toilet rooms

Inspector’s notes

A permanent handsink is required for the cafeteria where food is plated and served. The installation may involve a licensed plumber and corresponding permits.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Dec 20, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

Apr 18, 2024

Complete

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

majorCode MN Rule 4626.1095Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks must be located in close proximity to: • Food and beverage preparation areas • Food and beverage service areas • Warewashing areas • Toilet rooms

Inspector’s notes

There is no handsink inside the cafeteria where the food is served. Install a handsink, which may require a plumber and permits.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

majorCode MN Rule 4626.0030BCQPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

The person in charge must be able to explain: • Their responsibility for preventing the spread of foodborne illness by a food worker • The symptoms associated with a foodborne illness • How food workers must report illness symptoms and diseases • When a food worker must be excluded from work or restricted from working with food • When a food worker can return to work

Inspector’s notes

The PIC cannot convey knowledge of a food employee health policy. This was discussed and information was shared with this report.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Apr 18, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

Oct 3, 2023

Complete

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1395AOther

Official wording

Doors and windows for all outside openings should be self-closing and tight-fitting. Seal openings along the outside of the building.

Inspector’s notes

Air gaps under the doors observed on kitchen room and storage room doors. Provide sweeps on the doors for pest protection.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0040COther

Official wording

Keep a log to record employee illness symptoms. Have it available upon request.

Inspector’s notes

No illness log or similar recording system observed. Print and post the illness log provided.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Oct 3, 2023 · Original Source

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