Join VRWJPO at our initial public meeting for the next generation Watershed Plan
Notice is hereby given that the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization (VRWJPO) will hold a public meeting at 4 p.m. on October 12, 2023, at the Dakota County Extension and Conservation […]
Projects and Practices Improving and Protecting Water Resources are Focus of Watershed Tour
More than 60 people collaborating on urban and rural conservation projects and practices attended a tour with the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) and partners within the […]
Special Meeting of the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Board – August 23, 2023
Notice is hereby given that the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Board has called a special meeting on Wednesday, August 2023, at 7:30 a.m. starting at the GrandStay Hotel, Apple Valley, […]
Notice is hereby given that the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization (VRWJPO) will hold a public hearing at 1 p.m. on Thursday, August 24, 2023. This public hearing is to receive comments on the draft VRWJPO 2024 Budget and Watershed Management Tax District Levy. […]
Public meeting: Alum treatment feasibility study at Alimagnet Lake
VRWJPO is working with the cities of Burnsville and Apple Valley on an alum (aluminum sulfate) treatment feasibility study at Alimagnet Lake.
An alum treatment is common for water quality improvement in shallow lakes with excessive […]
Test your irrigation water for nitrogen
The Dakota County Environmental Resources Department will be offering farmers with irrigation an opportunity to test their irrigation water for nitrogen at no cost. Interested individuals may collect sample bottles starting July 9, 2023 from either the Pleasant Hill […]
Special Meeting of the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Board – June 8, 2023
Notice is hereby given that the Chair of the VRWJPB has called a special meeting on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at 1 p.m. at the Dakota County Extension and Conservation Center, […]
How will you celebrate Earth Month?
April is Earth Month – with Earth Day on April 22 and Arbor Day on April 28! Celebrate the start of spring with us by taking action to protect your watershed. Here are just a few things you can […]
Landscaping for Clean Water registration LIVE
Create an addition to your home landscaping that is not only attractive, but will benefit our lakes, streams, and wetlands! Landscaping for Clean Water classes will help you beautify your landscape and provide cleaner water.
Dakota County Soil and Water […]
Minnesota Irrigator Program hosting second year in Farmington
Are you an irrigator concerned about matching your irrigation with crop water use? Are you wondering how to improve water use efficiency and reduce water costs? The University of Minnesota Extension is offering the Minnesota Irrigator […]