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New and Noteworthy
The next Clean Water Council meeting is scheduled for May 21, 2012. See the meeting agenda for more information.
Clean Water Council’s 2010 Biennial Report to the Legislature — submitted December 2010.
About the Clean Water Council
The Clean Water Council was created through the Clean Water Legacy Act which was signed into law June 2, 2006. The Council’s role is to advise on the administration and implementation of the Clean Water Legacy Act, including:
- Fostering coordination among public agencies and private entities to ensure cooperation with relevant plans and programs.
- Prioritization strategies for TMDLs, restoration and protection activities.
- Development of appropriate processes for expert scientific review.
- Development of education and participation strategies for citizens and stakeholders.
The Council's 
Mission, Authority and Organizing Principles further defines how the Council seeks to work with Minnesotans in pursuit of Clean Water. The Clean Water Council's 2011-12 Work Plan includes the priority categories the Council will focus on in the next two years, along with the associated strategies, activities, timelines and desired outcomes.
Clean Water Council seeking Fishing Organization representative
The Council currently has a vacancy for a member representing statewide fishing organizations. The Council meets on the third Monday of every month at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s offices in St. Paul. The meetings are roughly from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
For more information and to apply, please visit the Secretary of State’s website. The vacancy notice is listed in the February 2012 open appointments news release.
Clean Water Council’s 2012 Clean Water Fund Recommendation
At the February 27, 2012 Clean Water Council meeting, members recommended that $6 million from the Clean Water Fund be appropriated in 2012 for nonpoint source protection and restoration implementation.
- CWC letter to the Governor (wq-iw3-27a)
- CWC letter to the Legislature (wq-iw3-27b)
More Information
If you have questions about the Clean Water Council, please contact:
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Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
520 Lafayette Road North
St. Paul MN 55155
