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Welcome Megan, 2020 Summer Intern

  • Posted: May 12, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, District News, Seasonal Highlights

Megan Jester was hired as the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District intern for the summer of 2020. Last summer, Megan worked as an intern for […]

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District receives Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention grant

  • Posted: April 30, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, District News

The Nine Mile Creek Watershed District was awarded an Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) prevention grant from Hennepin County. We received $20,000 to research goldfish in […]

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Street sweeps keep the city clean

  • Posted: April 27, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, News

While street sweepers have an important job to do in our cities, residents also have a role to play. The misconception that city street sweepers […]

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District receives Hennepin County grant

  • Posted: April 3, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, District News

The Nine Mile Creek Watershed District was recently awarded an Opportunity Grant from Hennepin County for our non-profit stormwater best management practice project. The District […]

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District Board and Committee Meetings will be held remotely

  • Posted: March 24, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, Discovery Point, District News, News

Until further notice, Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Board and Committee Meetings will be held via telephone conference call, or other electronic means. The Board […]

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NMCWD Response to COVID-19

  • Posted: March 23, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, District News, News

Updated June 28, 2022 District Office protocols As of June 28th, masks are no longer required at the District office (Discovery Point), located at 12800 […]

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Spring flooding potential

  • Posted: March 22, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, District News, News, Seasonal Highlights

Potential for spring flooding The major/moderate flooding risk across the Upper Midwest has decreased due to mostly dry weather in February and March. However, with […]

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Community Cleanup Lifts Spirits

  • Posted: March 21, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements

Minnesotans are staying at home for two weeks in hopes of slowing the spread of COVID-19 throughout our communities. However, as the spring sun shines […]

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10,000 drains adopted!

  • Posted: March 20, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, News, Seasonal Highlights

Since its metro-wide expansion last year, Adopt-a-Drain has caught on in a big way. Volunteers cleaning up all around the Twin Cities metro have made […]

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Honoring Volunteers of Distinction

  • Posted: February 19, 2020
  • Categories: Announcements, District News, News

On February 5th, four Volunteers of Distinction were honored at our Volunteer Gathering. These four volunteers have dedicated so much time and effort to outreach, […]

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Upcoming Events

Oct 21
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Nov 4
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Dec 9
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SEASONAL TIP: Want cleaner lakes and less flood risk in your neighborhood? Join the Grate Drain Race! Adopt drains and clean them for prizes! Read More about How Can I Help?

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The Spring 2027 Lawns to Legumes grant application is open!
🌸Lawns to Legumes is a Minnesota-wide program that awards reimbursement-based funding of up to $400 for creating pollinator habitat in your outdoor space with native plants.
🌸Why plant for pollinators? Minnesota is home to over 500 native bee species, along with many butterflies, moths, and other pollinators. These creatures are essential to ecosystem health — but many have faced population declines. Lawns to Legumes helps reverse this trend by creating pollinator-friendly plantings across the state.
⏰ Apply by November 30 for a chance to receive a Spring 2027 grant. Learn more and apply at bluethumb.org

The Spring 2027 Lawns to Legumes grant application is open!
🌸Lawns to Legumes is a Minnesota-wide program that awards reimbursement-based funding of up to $400 for creating pollinator habitat in your outdoor space with native plants.
🌸Why plant for pollinators? Minnesota is home to over 500 native bee species, along with many butterflies, moths, and other pollinators. These creatures are essential to ecosystem health — but many have faced population declines. Lawns to Legumes helps reverse this trend by creating pollinator-friendly plantings across the state.
⏰ Apply by November 30 for a chance to receive a Spring 2027 grant. Learn more and apply at bluethumb.org

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Oct 13

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We are hosting an MPCA Smart Salting training on November 12 from 8 to 1:30 at Eden Prairie City Hall.  Learn more and register here: https://www.pca.state.mn.us/events-and-meetings/smart-salting-parking-lots-and-sidewalks-certification-training-2026-11-12

We are hosting an MPCA Smart Salting training on November 12 from 8 to 1:30 at Eden Prairie City Hall. Learn more and register here: https://www.pca.state.mn.us/events-and-meetings/smart-salting-parking-lots-and-sidewalks-certification-training-2026-11-12

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Oct 2

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We are proud to be a sponsor of the 2026 Salt Symposium!

It will take place on October 27 – 28, 2026; 8am - 4pm online. 

The 2026 Salt Symposium marks an exciting new chapter in one of the nation’s leading forums on chloride reduction, winter maintenance, and freshwater protection. Now hosted by the University of Minnesota Cold Climate Stormwater Center of Excellence (CCSCoE), the Symposium continues its long-standing mission of bringing together researchers, public agencies, industry leaders, educators, and practitioners to advance innovative, science-based solutions for managing salt use in cold climates. Building on more than two decades of collaboration and leadership established by Fortin Consulting, the Freshwater Society, and Bolton & Menk, the 2026 Salt Symposium will expand opportunities for research, training, and cross-sector collaboration focused on protecting infrastructure, water resources, and community safety while designing a lower salt future.

We are proud to be a sponsor of the 2026 Salt Symposium!

It will take place on October 27 – 28, 2026; 8am - 4pm online.

The 2026 Salt Symposium marks an exciting new chapter in one of the nation’s leading forums on chloride reduction, winter maintenance, and freshwater protection. Now hosted by the University of Minnesota Cold Climate Stormwater Center of Excellence (CCSCoE), the Symposium continues its long-standing mission of bringing together researchers, public agencies, industry leaders, educators, and practitioners to advance innovative, science-based solutions for managing salt use in cold climates. Building on more than two decades of collaboration and leadership established by Fortin Consulting, the Freshwater Society, and Bolton & Menk, the 2026 Salt Symposium will expand opportunities for research, training, and cross-sector collaboration focused on protecting infrastructure, water resources, and community safety while designing a lower salt future.

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Oct 1

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It's that time of year! STEM on Tap is starting back up and our first event of the school year will be next Wednesday, October 7th. Our speaker for the event will be Fawkes F. S. Char who is a PFAS Coordinator with the MPCA. 

Their presentation will cover the progress Minnesota state agencies have made to address PFAS, especially since publishing the PFAS Blueprint, and where we're headed next.

Visit the STEM on Tap page on our webpage to learn more and to register!

It`s that time of year! STEM on Tap is starting back up and our first event of the school year will be next Wednesday, October 7th. Our speaker for the event will be Fawkes F. S. Char who is a PFAS Coordinator with the MPCA.

Their presentation will cover the progress Minnesota state agencies have made to address PFAS, especially since publishing the PFAS Blueprint, and where we`re headed next.

Visit the STEM on Tap page on our webpage to learn more and to register!

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Sep 30

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One of our prizes will go to the best drain name! Here is some insight into how the judging will work. Happy naming!

One of our prizes will go to the best drain name! Here is some insight into how the judging will work. Happy naming!

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Sep 29

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Pollinators enjoying an amazing native prairie habitat!
One of our project goals for the Lynmar Basin in Edina was to enhance natural resources, including improving pollinator habitat. This video shows that even years later this project is exceeding this goal.

Pollinators enjoying an amazing native prairie habitat!
One of our project goals for the Lynmar Basin in Edina was to enhance natural resources, including improving pollinator habitat. This video shows that even years later this project is exceeding this goal.

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Sep 28

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Today is the last day you can submit photos to out photo contest! If your photo wins, it will be featured in our 2027 calendar, and you'll receive a free calendar!

Go to our website, search photo contest, and submit your photos!

Today is the last day you can submit photos to out photo contest! If your photo wins, it will be featured in our 2027 calendar, and you`ll receive a free calendar!

Go to our website, search photo contest, and submit your photos!

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Sep 23

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STEM on Tap is a workshop series that connects STEM teachers with practitioners, resources, and each other. Each workshop takes place at a brewery in the southwest metro and features a different STEM practitioner and topic. Workshops stand alone–attend one or attend them all! There is a $20 registration fee that includes presentation and food. For more information  and to register: https://www.rpbcwd.org/stem-on-tap

STEM on Tap is a workshop series that connects STEM teachers with practitioners, resources, and each other. Each workshop takes place at a brewery in the southwest metro and features a different STEM practitioner and topic. Workshops stand alone–attend one or attend them all! There is a $20 registration fee that includes presentation and food. For more information and to register: https://www.rpbcwd.org/stem-on-tap

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Sep 21

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The deadline to submit photos to NMCWD's 2026 photo contest is at 4 p.m. on September 28th. Winning pictures will be featured in the 2027 Photo Calendar. Submit your photos here: https://www.ninemilecreek.org/photo-contest/

The deadline to submit photos to NMCWD`s 2026 photo contest is at 4 p.m. on September 28th. Winning pictures will be featured in the 2027 Photo Calendar. Submit your photos here: https://www.ninemilecreek.org/photo-contest/

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Peggy Kvam retired from our Board of Managers after six years of service. Peggy was first appointed to the board in September of 2020, at a uniquely challenging time. She began her service during the COVID-19 pandemic, when board meetings were held entirely online. Even so, Peggy approached the work with commitment and a genuine willingness to learn, serve, and contribute. She served as Treasurer since 2022.

Peggy’s commitment to clean water and community service also predates her time on the board. Before her appointment, she participated in the district’s work as a cost-share grant recipient, completed the Minnesota Water Stewards program, and remained active in her community in other service roles. 

Thank you Peggy, and best of luck on the next adventure!

Peggy Kvam retired from our Board of Managers after six years of service. Peggy was first appointed to the board in September of 2020, at a uniquely challenging time. She began her service during the COVID-19 pandemic, when board meetings were held entirely online. Even so, Peggy approached the work with commitment and a genuine willingness to learn, serve, and contribute. She served as Treasurer since 2022.

Peggy’s commitment to clean water and community service also predates her time on the board. Before her appointment, she participated in the district’s work as a cost-share grant recipient, completed the Minnesota Water Stewards program, and remained active in her community in other service roles.

Thank you Peggy, and best of luck on the next adventure!

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