Jeremy Vacinek, Baxter’s finance director, presented the resolution to the council and said Baxter is scheduled to receive about $914,000 in federal funds from the legislation.
Fund-backed work targeting Serpent Lake achieved its goal, reversing a downward trend in water quality. The lake is twice as clear as it was 10 years ago. Stormwater projects in Deerwood and Crosby reduce how much phosphorus enters the lake.
The Crow Wing Soil and Water Conservation District will celebrate its partnerships and successes on the Little Buffalo Creek revitalization project with a gathering.
The Chamberlin’s conservation practices prevent soil erosion, slow water runoff rates and protect groundwater and surface water, such as Island Lake, which are adjacent to their land.
“Individual landowners are doing great things for clean water and habitat in this area.” Crow Wing Soil and Water Conservation District Manager Melissa Barrick