UPDATE (Sept. 16, 2014). Anoka County’s master recycler (Sue Doll) will show how it’s done (StarTribune report). Anoka County Integrated Waste Management and the City of Andover have partnered to offer a new Master Recycler/Composter program. Master Recycler/Composters are trained through an extensive five-week course in reducing waste, recycling, composting, resource recovery, and disposal. The Master […]
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Master Recycler/Composter Program Offered
August 28th, 2014 
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National Wilderness Act at 50
August 23rd, 2014 knowtheflow The National Wilderness Act at 50. On September 3, 1964 President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law the Wilderness Act. This historic bill established the National Wilderness Preservation System (NWPS) and set aside an initial 9.1 million acres of wildlands for the use and benefit of the American people. Over the past 50 years, and as […]
St. Francis joins other communities to protect groundwater and drinking water
August 21st, 2014 knowtheflow St. Francis has it all with friendly neighborhoods surrounded by scenic rural lands plus clean water that runs down the Rum River – and the groundwater below. The St. Francis City Council resolved to efficiently protect their drinking water supply (groundwater) by cooperating with other communities to implement wellhead protection. Wellhead protection keeps groundwater and wells […]
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Citizen survey for community development
August 20th, 2014 knowtheflow What’s important to you? Anoka County is asking citizens, cities, non-profits, and businesses to rate specific priorities, as related to low- to moderate-income individuals by taking the Citizen Survey. Anoka County Community Development needs your help in preparing their five-year Consolidated Plan. The Consolidated Plan describes the housing needs of low- and moderate-income residents, outlining […]
Household hazardous waste collection events
August 8th, 2014 knowtheflow Anoka County Integrated Waste Management makes it easier for residents to properly dispose of their household hazardous wastes and reduce pollution of our water resources. In addition to the year-round operation of the Household Hazardous Waste Facility in Blaine, residents may use the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events held at the Anoka County Fairgrounds in Anoka. […]
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Businesses may need to apply for an industrial stormwater permit
August 8th, 2014 knowtheflow To prevent pollution from reaching ditches, streams, lakes and rivers the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency reminds manufacturing, recycling, transportation or other industrial businesses to apply for an industrial stormwater permit before the October 5th deadline. Stormwater management helps facilities prevent, reduce or control pollution of surface and groundwater by restricting contact between pollutants and industrial equipment, […]
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Become a Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer
August 2nd, 2014 knowtheflow Discover the wonders of our natural resources and lead others by becoming a Minnesota Master Naturalist. Who can become a Minnesota Master Naturalist? Any adult who is curious and enjoys learning about the natural world, shares that knowledge with others, and supports conservation. If you enjoy hiking, bird watching, following tracks, or identifying wildflowers, you’ll love being […]
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Water quality – what’s most important to you?
July 24th, 2014 knowtheflow Minnesotans admit that they don’t know everything about water pollution. They may not know how pollutants are finding their way into rivers, lakes, streams, and groundwater, But, in a recent survey, reported in the StarTribune, Minnesotans know what their three top water quality concerns are: Clean water for consumption of fish Clean water for drinking […]
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Water Resources GIS application receives national honors
July 24th, 2014 knowtheflow Anoka County received the “Best of Category” award for their Water Resources GIS (Geographic Information System) computer application by the National Association of Counties (NACo). “These recognitions honor the power of innovation in the hands of our employees,” said Anoka County Board of Commissioners Chair Rhonda Sivarajah. “Their time, talent, and ideas allow us to […]
Andover is protecting its drinking water
July 21st, 2014 knowtheflow The Andover City Council believes that its residents deserve the best that the City has to offer. The future of Andover’s water supply is the groundwater below its homes and businesses. The City is committed to providing sustainable and safe drinking water to residents now and in the future. On July 15, 2014, Andover Public […]
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