Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources Approves $6.7 Million in Clean Water Fund Grants

(KNSI) – The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources has approved $6.7 million in competitive Clean Water Fund grants, which will go toward protecting lakes, rivers, streams, and drinking water across the state. A total of 18 grants will be distributed to different projects and drinking water allocations, including the Sherburne Soil and Water Conservation District.

These projects will help reduce various contaminants commonly found in Minnesota’s waters, including phosphorus, sediments, and bacteria. Among the methods used to remove these pollutants are stormwater treatment, septic system upgrades and groundwater protection efforts, resulting in safer aquatic habitats and drinking water for residents.

Over the years, Minnesota has shifted to a Watershed-based Implementation Funding model. This approach, according to a recent press release, provides consistent funding to planning partnerships with approved management plans. These partnerships will focus on high-priority projects within a specific watershed.

“Clean water is fundamental to the health and well-being of the people who call Minnesota home,” said Executive Director John Jaschke. “These locally-led projects will help move the needle on water quality improvements throughout the state.”

More information on the Clean Water Fund can be found here.

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