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MN COLA Seeks $25.2M for Lake Protection
Published by forester on Mon, 08/19/2013 - 12:00

MN Coalition of Lake Associations, MN COLA, a partner group of MN Lakes and Rivers Advocates, has submitted a $25.2M grant request to facilitate Local Government Units, Tribes and Counties to set up inspection/decontamination facilities as part of a comprehensive strategy to stop the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species, (AIS) like zebra mussels, spiny water flea, Eurasian watermilfoil, hydrilla and other devastating pests.
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AIS Advisory Committee Confirms AIS Can be Stopped
Published by forester on Wed, 04/03/2013 - 14:37
The Statewide AIS Advisory Panel affirms, AIS can be stopped. Urges legislative
action.
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Aquatic Invasive Species Funding Bills
Published by Judy Corrigan on Wed, 03/20/2013 - 11:50

Our lakes and rivers are worth billions of dollars, but more than that they are core to what it means to be Minnesotan. Two bills currently moving through the legislature would go a long way to protecting our economic and cultural future.
Park Rapids Enterprise - Commentary
Published by forester on Mon, 03/11/2013 - 08:33

Locals Cannot Carry the Burden Alone - State Must Act to Protect Public Waters
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Jeff Forester From MN Lakes and Rivers Advocates named to Aquatic Invasive Species Advisory Committee
Published by forester on Tue, 01/08/2013 - 10:50

The Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has established a formal, statewide Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Advisory Committee. The Commissioner wants to ensure that DNR continues to build strong relationships with its AIS stakeholders and use their insights and perspectives to help guide DNR AIS activities.
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Let Gov. Dayton Know Your Environmental Priorities
Published by forester on Wed, 11/28/2012 - 08:44

The Environmental Quality Board, comprised of the Commissioners from Gov. Dayton's Cabinet, has undertaken an ambitious Environmental Congress to chart a course for Minnesota's Environmental Future. They are at the citizen's input stage. Forums in Rochester and Bloomington were standing room only, with participants spilling out into the hallways.
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2013 Annual Meeting at Lake Home and Cabin Show
Published by forester on Fri, 11/09/2012 - 14:22

2013 MSRPO – MN Lakes & Rivers Advocates Annual Meeting - New Name, Same Mission – To Represent Our Members’ Interests

Saturday Feb. 9, 10:30 – 11:30 at the Minneapolis Convention Center

All members who are current with their 2013 membership will receive free admission to the Minnesota Lake Home and Cabin Show, a $12 per person value.
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Teachable Moment
Published by forester on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 10:16

Commentary: A teachable moment for our lakes | Park Rapids Enterprise | Park Rapids, Minnesota
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Property Tax Reform On Front Burner in 2013
Published by forester on Thu, 09/13/2012 - 17:18

What might well be a perfect storm is forming for property tax relef.
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Wilderness Waterfront Incentive to Protect Our Lakes
Published by forester on Wed, 08/08/2012 - 14:42

At an appearance at the Humphrey Public Policy School this spring, Commissioner of Revenue Myron Frans noted that with the legislative session over, he was looking forward to having some time to put together a major tax reform package in 2013. Republican and Democratic legislative leadership also have major tax reform for 2013 on the front burner. MSRPO has been advocating for a number of reform ideas during these discussions.
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Published by admin on Fri, 07/27/2012 - 11:53

Minnesota Lakes and Rivers Advocates Blog

MN COLA Seeks $25.2M for Lake Protection

AIS Advisory Committee Confirms AIS Can be Stopped

Aquatic Invasive Species Funding Bills

Our lakes and rivers are worth billions of dollars, but more than that they are core to what it means to be Minnesotan. Two bills currently moving through the legislature would go a long way to protecting our economic and cultural future.

Park Rapids Enterprise - Commentary

Jeff Forester From MN Lakes and Rivers Advocates named to Aquatic Invasive Species Advisory Committee

Let Gov. Dayton Know Your Environmental Priorities

2013 Annual Meeting at Lake Home and Cabin Show

Teachable Moment

Property Tax Reform On Front Burner in 2013

Wilderness Waterfront Incentive to Protect Our Lakes

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