The Anoka Conservation District is excepting preorders for the annual Tree and Shrub Sale. The District offers a wide variety of native stock, including black cherry trees, mixed oak trees, red maple trees, and white pine trees. The trees and shrubs are sold in bare root seedlings or transplants and most are 10″ to 24″ […]
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February 24th, 2015 
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Grants available for small public water suppliers
February 11th, 2015 knowtheflow The Minnesota Department of Health announces the availability of grants to support Source Water Protection (SWP) of noncommunity transient public water suppliers. See announcement (link). Noncommunity Transient public water systems serve at least 25 people at least 60 days per year, but not the same 25 people over that period of time. Food and lodging establishments that own and […]
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Class registration is open for the 2015 Metro Children’s Water Festival
February 5th, 2015 knowtheflow Attention 4th grade teachers in the twin-cities metropolitan area! Registration is open for the drawing of classes to attend the 2015 Metro Area Children’s Water Festival that will take place on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. The Festival will accept 44 classes (over 1,200 students) at this event. The purpose of the festival is […]
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Met Council releases draft water resources policy plan
February 2nd, 2015 knowtheflow The Metropolitan Council has released a public comment draft of the 2040 Water Resources Policy Plan (WRPP). The plan places a new emphasis on integrating what the Council does in water supply, surface water, and wastewater. The WRPP is a regional plan that includes policies and strategies to: Treat wastewater from municipalities and industries to high […]
Know where to go for a healthier family
January 30th, 2015 knowtheflow GO ANOKA COUNTY is an online resource filled with information that identifies opportunities to engage in physical activity. Much of the outdoors activities encourage us to enjoy and appreciate our environment and natural resources as we build and improve our health and stamina. See what it’s all about in 41 seconds with the GoAnokaCounty video (YouTube; […]
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Draft groundwater management plan is available for comment
January 16th, 2015 knowtheflow UPDATE (Feb. 3, 2015) The draft North & East Metro Groundwater Management Plan is available for public review. A feedback survey is also available to comment on the draft Plan. Anoka County residents and businesses get their water from wells that draw from groundwater aquifers located directly below us. As Anoka County grows, so does our […]
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Resolve to be water efficient in 2015
January 14th, 2015 knowtheflow UPDATE (Feb. 2, 2015) Check out the new WATER CONSERVATION webpage by the Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities to learn why conservation is necessary and how you can be part of the solution to lower lake and groundwater level problems. Waste is always wrong and often the result of bad habits. Wasting water – a […]
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January is Radon Action Month
January 1st, 2015 knowtheflow Governor Dayton has proclaimed January 2015 as Radon Action Month to emphasize that every home should be tested for radon as 2 in 5 homes still have dangerous levels (see Unity Hospital Hosts Community Forum on Radon, YouTube video, CTN Studios; 2:07). Fortunately, the risk is largely preventable, by testing homes and fixing radon problems. Radon is […]
Closed Landfill Program Celebrates 20 Years
December 20th, 2014 knowtheflow Minnesota celebrates the 20th anniversary of its innovative Closed Landfill Program (CLP), the only program of its kind in the country. Before the CLP, the responsibility to properly close landfills was argued among neighboring communities and property owners through seemly endless lawsuits. The CLP has been ensuring the proper closure and post-closure care of landfills […]
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The Safe Drinking Water Act turns 40
December 16th, 2014 knowtheflow On December 16, 1974, President Gerald Ford signed into law the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) intended to ensure safe drinking water for the public. The SDWA applies to all public water supply systems including municipal water utilities and wells that serve mobile home parks, schools, churches and office buildings. A home or cabin well system […]
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