A rare piece of Anoka County’s natural history, including nearly a dozen threatened and endangered plants, is being preserved as the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) dedicates a Scientific and Natural Area (SNA) in Blaine on Thursday, July 25th at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to a guided tour of the site to […]
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Dedication & tour of the Blaine Preserve – July 25th at 6:30 p.m.
July 13th, 2013 
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Practice healthy swimming behaviors to stay cool and safe
July 12th, 2013 knowtheflow (Update 7/14/2013) If in doubt – stay out. Recent high temperatures and rain can combine to create harmful blue-green algae in lakes and ponds. This type of algae can harm pets, livestock, and even people. Not all blue-green algae are toxic, but there is no visual way to predict whether a blue-green algal bloom contains […]
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July 11th, 2013 knowtheflow The Mississippi Watershed Management Organization is sponsoring a Turfgrass Maintenance with Reduced Environmental Impacts workshop (FREE) for contractors or employees maintaining private or public grounds, landscapers and property managers. Attend either workshop on July 17th or August 1st for commercial and landscape servicing professionals. Training Description: This six hour training offers information about best practices for managing turfgrass (mowing, seeding, […]
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Small Quantity Generator – Hazardous Waste Workshop (Aug. 7, 2013)
July 8th, 2013 knowtheflow Announcing Hazardous Waste Training for Small Quantity Generators (Aug. 7, 2013). Are you responsible for managing hazardous waste at your facility? This workshop will introduce Small Quantity hazardous waste generators to the management and compliance standards required by Minnesota rules. The workshop it designed for newcomers and those who need a refresher. It covers determination of whether […]
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Fishing in the neighborhood (FiN)
July 7th, 2013 knowtheflow The best part of fishing is when your line is in the water. Don’t overlook the many opportunities to get your family and friends together at a lake or stream in your neighborhood. You might be surprised at what Anoka County Parks Department and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are doing to maintain […]
Take the survey to improve access to water data
July 5th, 2013 knowtheflow Six state agencies that have primary responsibility for Minnesota’s waters are working to create a single Web portal to the water data they maintain. They are looking for input from water professionals and the general public on how to improve access to data about surface and ground water quality, quantity, projects and more. Take the […]
Drinking water quality reports are available
July 1st, 2013 knowtheflow Drinking water is generally in good shape at Anoka County’s community water supply systems, according to the Minnesota Department of Health’s (MDH) Drinking Water Annual Report 2012. Highlighted in the report is completion of the first phase of a new water and stand-alone wastewater system in East Bethel. “Water is the key to development” said […]
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July is Smart Irrigation Month
June 28th, 2013 knowtheflow July is historically the peak water demand month because of increased lawn and crop irrigation. Smart irrigation practices and systems makes every drop of water count by minimizing the waste from over-watering and evaporation. For more information about how to efficiently irrigate your lawn contact your water utility or go to the Smart Irrigation Month […]
Water use and sustainability (new information videos)
June 23rd, 2013 knowtheflow In most recent months Anoka County (and most of Minnesota) has experienced precipitation causing drought conditions to ease (see Drought Monitor). Such classifications are helpful in the management of plants and crops. However, the Drought Monitor does not determine the condition of groundwater resources that can experience depletions due to prolonged and high volumes of […]
Posted in Announcements, Videos Comments Off on Water use and sustainability (new information videos)Anoka County Municipal Wellhead Protection Group receives Governor’s Award
June 4th, 2013 knowtheflow (June 4, 2014) Lieutenant Governor Prettner Solon presented the Anoka County Municipal Wellhead Protection Group (ACMWPG) with a Source Water Protection Award for their success in protecting the groundwater source of drinking water for eight communities. The Group is comprised of the cities of Anoka, Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Fridley, Lexington, Lino Lakes, and Spring Lake Park […]
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