The Clean Sweep Program, MPCA Chloride Reduction Program, and the Adopt-a-Drain Program are partnering to hold a street sweeping and winter pavement maintenance equipment showcase on August 12. Hosted by the city of Minnetonka, the showcase will highlight equipment options so that cities, communities, and agencies can make wise investments into their sweeping and salting programs that will reduce the amount of nutrients and salt entering stormwater systems and improve the water quality of Minnesota's water resources.
The event includes:
- presentations by the U of M, MPCA, Hamline University, and the City of Minnetonka on winter weather technology, community outreach, and addressing water quality through enhanced street sweeping, smart salting, and Adopt-a-Drain.
- small group and panel discussions on sweeping and winter road maintenance equipment.
- equipment showdown between different vehicles and equipment options::
- street sweepers: see first-hand how effectively each vehicle cleans the streets; direct Q&A with equipment vendors
- winter road maintenance equipment: displays and demonstrations; learning from the operators & vendors
- tour of brine production and de-icing operations by the City of Minnetonka
Who should attend:
- public works directors and staff
- program directors at watershed organizations and SWCDs
- state agency staff, including those that administer grant funding for equipment
- environmental professionals
- public and private property owners and managers
Registration information
Registration required, and available spots are limited, so register early for this free event. Lunch will be provided.