May
19
Fri
2017
Hastings Arbor Day Celebration @ Jaycee Park
May 19 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Volunteer with the Hastings Parks and Recreation Department and plant a tree in celebration of Arbor Day. Bring gloves.

May
20
Sat
2017
Burnsville Native Plant Sale @ Parking lot across from Burnsville City Hall
May 20 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

This outdoor, farmers’-market-style event is open to all. In addition to multiple native plant vendors, there will be informational booths where attendees can talk with individuals from Dakota County Soil & Water Conservation District, Dakota County Master Gardeners, and the City of Burnsville natural resources group.

May
25
Thu
2017
Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Board @ Dakota County Western Service Center
May 25 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Board (VRWJPB) is the governing body of the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization (VRWJPO). The  VRWJPB consists of two Commissioners from Dakota County and one Commissioner from Scott County. The VRWJPB makes decisions about VRWJPO policy, budget, and actions. The agenda and full packet of items for discussion are posted here at least one week before the meeting.

Jun
6
Tue
2017
Landscaping for Clean Water Workshop @ Farmington Library
Jun 6 @ 6:15 pm – 8:15 pm

Please register to attend a free Landscaping for Clean Water presentation. See dozens of beautiful, inspirational, and affordable garden designs using native plants and helping clean our waters. After attending you can sign up to receive design and installation assistance. Some Dakota County residents will qualify for a $250 grant to install their new gardens.

Jun
14
Wed
2017
Watershed Planning Commission (WPC) @ Dakota County Western Service Center
Jun 14 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Jun
22
Thu
2017
Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Board @ Dakota County Western Service Center
Jun 22 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Board (VRWJPB) is the governing body of the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization (VRWJPO). The  VRWJPB consists of two Commissioners from Dakota County and one Commissioner from Scott County. The VRWJPB makes decisions about VRWJPO policy, budget, and actions. The agenda and full packet of items for discussion are posted here at least one week before the meeting.

Jul
12
Wed
2017
Watershed Planning Commission (WPC) @ Dakota County Western Service Center
Jul 12 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Jul
18
Tue
2017
Turfgrass Maintenance Workshop @ Dakota County Western Service Center
Jul 18 @ 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Turfgrass Maintenance Workshop @ Dakota County Western Service Center | Apple Valley | Minnesota | United States

Turfgrass Maintenance Workshop is for property managers, groundskeepers, and other commercial and public turf managers.

Learn sensible, cost-saving ways to maintain turfgrass and practices that protect lakes and rivers while keeping turfgrass looking its best. Attendees have an opportunity to attain MPCA Level 1 certification in turf care maintenance practices. Topics include fertilizer selection and application, pesticide application, equipment calibration, mowing techniques, environmental effects, soil testing, irrigation best practices and more. Lunch will be provided. Workshop is free.

Pre-registration is required by July 11. To register, send email to environ@co.dakota.mn.us.