Anoka County Recycling & Resource Solutions (formerly Integrated Waste Management) recently held its 26th annual Recycling Recognition Awards ceremony (news release). 180,821 tons in 2014. Municipalities, haulers, and service providers assisted Anoka County residents, institutions and businesses to recycle 180,821 tons of materials in 2014, resulting in the recycling of 42% of all waste generated in […]
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Recycling award winners for 2014
June 24th, 2015 
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How’s the water? Overmedicated
June 12th, 2015 knowtheflow In the last decade, national and statewide studies have revealed that many chemicals with known or suggested endocrine-disrupting potential to adversely affect developmental, reproductive, neurological, and immune systems in wildlife. These chemicals include pharmaceuticals, personal care products, chemicals associated with wastewater effluent, and a variety of industrial compounds. Apart from the disquieting realization that wastewater chemicals and […]
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Well Sealing Cost-share Grants Available
June 11th, 2015 knowtheflow It comes as a surprise to many Anoka County residents and businesses that they have an old unused well on their property. Many homes and businesses were (and are) constructed before municipal water was available. So, a well is constructed to serve the building. As city water reaches the property, the well is replaced by a connection […]
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Municipal water quality reports are available
May 31st, 2015 knowtheflow Annual Water Report. Drinking water is safe at Anoka County’s community water supply systems, according to the Minnesota Department of Health’s (MDH) Drinking Water Annual Report. Each year, cities publish reports on the results of water quality tests of their water system. The 2014 water quality reports summarize testing results for Jan 1 to December 31. The […]
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Springbrook nature camps
May 26th, 2015 knowtheflow The Springbrook Nature Center offers Nature Camps to educate and build understanding of our natural world. For details see the Nature Camp program. To register or for more information call the Springbrook Nature Center at 763-572-3588. Summer camps include programs for 5-6 year old campers 7-9 year old campers 10-12 year old campers and Gramp campers […]
Watering restrictions + creating sustainable turf and water supply
May 22nd, 2015 knowtheflow During the summer months water use increases for lawn sprinkling. Homeowner water use in July can be six (6) times greater than January. Sudden increased water demand (especially during a dry summer) can exceed a public water system’s capacity causing the water tower to go dry. Odd-even watering bans keep residents from draining the water […]
Posted in Announcements, City of Andover, City of Anoka, City of Blaine, City of Centerville, City of Circle Pines, City of Coon Rapids, City of Fridley, City of Lexington, City of Lino Lakes, City of Ramsey, City of Saint Francis, City of Spring Lake Park, Good to Know, Water Conservation & Sustainability, Workshops and Classes Comments Off on Watering restrictions + creating sustainable turf and water supplyBlaine clean water expert receives public health leadership award
April 14th, 2015 knowtheflow Mr. Jim Hafner, City of Blaine Stormwater Pollution Prevention and Wellhead Protection Manager, has been awarded the 2015 Public Health Leadership Award from the Anoka County Board of Commissioners. Jim was recognized for his devotion to the protection and management of water resources in Anoka County through his selfless service as the Chairman of the Anoka County […]
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Plan ahead to celebrate arbor day
March 27th, 2015 knowtheflow Each year, on the last Friday of April, and throughout the month of May, Minnesotans recognize the value of trees, forests and the natural resources they represent. Trees brighten the environment by moderating climate, improving air and water quality, conserving water and energy, and sheltering wildlife. Many community Arbor Day/Month events include tree sales that require […]
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Lino Lakes City Council approves wellhead protection plan
March 17th, 2015 knowtheflow Lino Lakes City Council has approved a plan to protect the groundwater sources of the City’s water supply system. The Lino Lake Wellhead Protection Plan addresses potential sources of water pollution near City wells to keep the groundwater clean and the City water free of contamination. NOTE: The City of Lino Lakes is currently making […]
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Well sealing grants available to property owners in Blaine, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes
March 16th, 2015 knowtheflow UPDATE 3/16/2015) A detailed map (0.8 Mb) and brochure are now available for this special grant program. To protect its community drinking water, Blaine, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes are making cost-share grants available to property owners to seal unused (abandoned) wells near city wells. Residents and property owners that are inside the city’s Drinking […]
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