The Minnesota Technical Assistance Program (MnTAP)’s mission is “Strengthening Minnesota businesses by improving efficiency while saving money through energy, water, and waste reduction.” In MnTAP’s April newsletter, they highlight the release of their 2019 IMPACT annual report, along with other topics. MnTAP has released their 2019 IMPACT annual report, summarizing the outreach activities and environmental outcomes […]
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MnTAP Continues to IMPACT Minnesota Businesses
April 30th, 2020 
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Fridley Commons Park Well Field Superfund Site Update
April 28th, 2020 knowtheflow After many years of investigation, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) support the delisting of the Fridley Commons Park Well Field Superfund Site from the National Priorities List (NPL). The Fridley Commons Park Well Field site is an active well field with 8 municipal wells and the City […]
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Wells and Flooding
April 21st, 2020 knowtheflow Flooding seems to be happening more and more often in Minnesota, both in the spring as a result of snow melting and and runoff and after large rain events that cause flash flooding. Over the last few years, some places have been experiencing flooding that have not flooded in the past. Floodwater is not clean […]
Minnesotans Invited to Adopt a Drain in Honor of 50th “Earth Day Birthday”
April 13th, 2020 knowtheflow Adopt-a-Drain invites Minnesotans to honor Earth Day’s 50th birthday by cleaning up their own street between April 17th and April 30th. Adopting a storm drain is an easy way to have a positive impact on our environment while maintaining a safe social distance. Adopt-a-Drain is a program that asks residents to protect nearby lakes, rivers, […]
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April 13th, 2020 knowtheflow The Minnesota Department of Health has issued another message to all noncommunity public water systems: “The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Drinking Water Protection program recognizes that you face exceptional pressures in operating your facilities and businesses during the COVID-19 outbreak. Understanding the pressures that you face, we want to provide you pertinent information so you can continue […]
New Dates for Well Water Wise Week
April 10th, 2020 knowtheflow Due to the current situation, Well Water Wise week will be postponed this year to June 8-12th, 2020. Each year, the Anoka County Public Health and Environmental Services Department, in cooperation with many municipalities and County agencies, puts on the annual Well Water Wise week promotion to encourage residents to check the safety of their […]
Late Ice and Open Water Safety
April 3rd, 2020 knowtheflow The following DNR news release highlights the need to take lots of precaution with ice conditions this time of year. Stay safe! “As the winter-to-spring transition unfolds, the way people experience the change in seasons will be a little different this year. But while we stay close to home for our outdoors time and practice […]
Anoka County Not Accepting Water Samples
March 27th, 2020 knowtheflow With the health and safety of county residents being of utmost concern, the Anoka County Board has decided to close all public-facing services until further notice. This will include the acceptance of water samples. It is not known at this time when sample acceptance is expected to resume. Please stay tuned to this website for […]
Noncommunity Public Water System COVID-19 Information
March 20th, 2020 knowtheflow The following is a message from the Minnesota Department of Health to all Noncommunity Public Water Systems: “Owners and Operators of Noncommunity Public Water Systems: The COVID-19 outbreak has presented many challenges across the state. The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Drinking Water Protection program recognizes that you face many pressures in running your facilities […]
Online Turfgrass Maintenance Certification Training April 9th
March 18th, 2020 knowtheflow This 6 hour training from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) will help you improve your turfgrass maintenance through presentations and class exercises. The practices taught will help you SAVE money, time, and the environment. The course is FREE and will be taught online – register (see below) for a link. Training Topics: How turfgrass […]
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