Native Plant Walk and Talk
2025-07-17 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Join CLFLWD’s Adam Hjelm for a walk and talk around the prairie and pond areas outside Hardwood Creek Library. We’ll learn about the plants and wildlife outside the library’s back door. Each walk and talk is different and will change with the season. Participants are encouraged to take photos and stop and smell the flowers along the way. Please wear good walking shoes.

Register at https://washcolib.libcal.com/event/14562249

Bugged Out Water
2025-07-21 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Is there anything more exciting than playing with bugs? In this program at Hardwood Creek Library, we will dive right in to see what kind of buggy neighbors are swimming around the lakes and streams in our area. This hands-on session is full of creepy-crawly fun that will leave you with a better appreciation of how important insects are and what they can tell us about the water. This program is put on by the Comfort Forest Lake Watershed District.
This class is for kids and their adults. This program will be outside in the courtyard off the children’s area. Please use one registration slot per child and adult pair.
https://washcolib.libcal.com/event/14591383

07/24/25 Regular Board Meeting
2025-07-24 18:30 - 20:30 | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 822 3666 7113
Meeting Notice & Agenda
Full agenda and board packet items will be posted on this page no later than the Monday immediately preceding the meeting.

Call to Order of Regular Meeting
Setting of Meeting Agenda
Consent Agenda: The consent agenda is considered as one item of business. It consists of routine administrative items or items not requiring discussion. Items can be removed from the consent agenda at the request of the Board member, staff member, or a member of the audience. Please state which item or items you wish to remove for separate discussion.

a) Special Board Meeting Minutes – June 5, 2025
b) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – June 12, 2025
c) Special Board Meeting Minutes – June 16, 2025
d) Special Board Meeting Minutes – June 23, 2025
e) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – June 26, 2025

CLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)

Public Open Forum*

*If you would like to address the Board during the Public Open Forum, you must attend the meeting in person at 44 Lake St S, Suite A, Forest Lake, MN 55025.

Advisory Committee Updates
New Business

a) MN Watersheds Annual Meeting on Resolutions and Petitions Notice

Old Business

a) Flood Resiliency Action Plan
b) State of the Watershed

Report of Staff

a) Administrator
b) Emmons and Olivier Resources
c) Smith Partners

Report of Treasurer and Approval of Bills
Report of Officers and Managers
Summary and Approval of Board Direction
Adjourn

a) Next special board meeting – July 28, 2025, 6:00 pm
b) Next regular board meeting – August 14, 2025, 6:30 pm

07/28/25 Special Board Meeting - Budget
2025-07-28 18:30 - 20:30 | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 846 9597 3864
Meeting Notice & Agenda

Call to Order of Special Meeting
Building Architect
Budget Workshop
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – August 14, 2025 6:30 pm

07/30/25 St. Croix River Workshop on the Water (WOW) Meeting Notice
2025-07-30 17:30 - 20:30 | Taylor’s Falls Princess, 220 South St, Taylor's Falls, MN, 55084, United States
The workshop is designed for city councils, planning commissions, township boards, county commissioners, SWCD and watershed board members, and other local leaders.
The annual St. Croix WOW offers a unique opportunity for community leaders to network, access support from state and local government, and learn about issues such as sustainable community development, preventing harmful algal blooms, community forestry, healthy shorelines, and St. Croix Watershed resources and connections. This year’s workshop will include a keynote welcome from Matt Poppleton, Executive Director of Wild Rivers Conservancy of the St. Croix and Namekagon, as well as five learning stations with mini-presentations.
Open Meeting Notice

Build Your Own Lures
2025-07-31 18:30 - 19:30 | Chisago Lakes High School, 29400 Olinda Trail, Lindstrom, MN, United States
Get ready for a fun, family-friendly adventure! Kids, bring an adult along for the ride!
Ever wondered why fish chase after one lure but ignore the next? Do they see all colors, just some, or none at all? We’ll dive into these questions while exploring a variety of gadgets and lures. Plus, you’ll have the chance to create your very own lure to take home and try out! All materials and supplies are provided—just bring your creativity and excitement!
https://isd2144.ce.eleyo.com/course/2900/summer-2025%E2%80%942/build-your-own-lures

Making Bee Houses Fall 2025
2025-08-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Come and join us to learn about native bees. We will learn the basics of bees and the importance of these incredible insects. We will also make bee houses that you can take home. Turn your crafty creativity into functional fun. More bees mean more fruits, veggies, and flowers in your backyard! All the supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity. This program is put on by the Comfort Forest Lake Watershed District at Hardwood Creek Library.
This class is for kids and their adults. This program will be in room 1203/1204. Please use one registration slot per child and adult pair.
https://washcolib.libcal.com/event/14593785

08/11/25 Special Board Meeting – Budget
2025-08-11 18:00 - 20:00 | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 821 9881 0421
Meeting Notice & Agenda

Call to Order of Special Meeting
Budget Workshop
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – August 14, 2025 6:30 pm

08/14/25 Regular Board Meeting
2025-08-14 18:30 - 20:30 | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 882 4091 6466
Meeting Notice & Agenda
Full agenda and board packet items will be posted on this page no later than the Monday immediately preceding the meeting.

Call to Order of Regular Meeting
Setting of Meeting Agenda
New Business

a) UMN Alum Research Presentation

Presentation

b) MN Watersheds Annual Awards and Presentations
c) Timm’s Marina
d) Permit Fee Structure

Old Business

a) Building Architect
b) 2026 Budget

Program/Project Update

a) Project Update
b) Program Update – Permitting Inspection Protocol

Report of Officers and Managers
Summary and Approval of Board Direction
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – August 28, 2025, 6:30 pm

08/19/25 CAC Meeting
2025-08-19 17:00 - 18:00 | MN

Pontoon Shoreline Tour of Bone Lake
2025-08-19 17:00 - 19:00 | MN
Join the CLFLWD Citizen Advisory Committee, the Bone Lake Association and other local leaders for a tour of natural shorelines on Bone Lake. We will be visiting several examples of natural shorelines and learning more about their importance to the health of Bone Lake. Aidan Read, CLFLWD Land Management Specialist, will be leading the tour, and he will also be discussing the technical and financial resources available through the CLFLWD.
We will be meeting at Patti Ray’s house located at 23370 Melanie Trail North and loading the pontoons there. The pontoon tour will be from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. followed by a light supper back at Patti’s property.
Please RSVP via email or by phone to (651) 395-5850 by August 11th. Any questions or concerns about the event can also be directed to Adam’s email or by phone.
Open Meeting Law Notice

08/20/25 Special Board Meeting – Budget
2025-08-20 18:00 - 20:00 | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 814 4069 2507
Meeting Notice & Agenda
Full agenda and board packet items will be posted on this page no later than 3 days immediately preceding the meeting.

Call to Order of Special Meeting
Budget Workshop
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – August 28, 2025 6:30 pm

08/28/25 Regular Board Meeting
2025-08-28 18:30 - 20:30 | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 892 7019 3012
Meeting Notice & Agenda

Call to Order of Regular Meeting
Setting of Meeting Agenda
Consent Agenda: The consent agenda is considered as one item of business. It consists of routine administrative items or items not requiring discussion. Items can be removed from the consent agenda at the request of the Board member, staff member, or a member of the audience. Please state which item or items you wish to remove for separate discussion.

a) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – July 10, 2025
b) Special Board Meeting Minutes – July 14, 2025
c) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – July 24, 2025
d) Special Board Meeting Minutes – July 28, 2025

CLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)

Public Open Forum*

*If you would like to address the Board during the Public Open Forum, you must attend the meeting in person at 44 Lake St S, Suite A, Forest Lake, MN 55025.

Advisory Committee Updates
New Business

a) Bush Foundation Grant Application

Old Business

a) Bone Lake South Property Environmental Assessment
b) MN Watersheds Resolutions
c) Mid-Season Monitoring Program Update Presentation

YouTube Presentation

Report of Staff

a) Administrator
b) Emmons and Olivier Resources
c) Smith Partners

Report of Treasurer and Approval of Bills
Report of Officers and Managers
Summary and Approval of Board Direction
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – September 11, 2025, 6:30 pm

Office Holiday - Labor Day 2025
2025-09-01 | MN
The Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District office will be closed to observe this holiday.

2025 Fall Lawn Care
2025-09-09 18:30 - 19:30 | Wildcat Community Center, 29330 Olinda Trail, Lindstrom, MN, 55045, United States
Lawn care can be expensive and puzzling. You will learn some simple tips and techniques that can help you get the best performance out of your yard while protecting area lakes and stream from pollutants and runoff. We will cover a wide variety of topics and answer your questions about watering, fertilizing, weed identification and so much more to make your lawn the best it can be. We will also discuss prepping your lawn for the cold winter months ahead, so in the spring you have a yard that is the envy of the neighborhood. Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications, a native plant book, and several door prizes will be given away from local plant specialists.

https://isd2144.ce.eleyo.com/course/3098/fall-2025/fall-lawn-care

09/11/25 Regular Board Meeting
2025-09-11 18:30 - 20:30 | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 844 9243 0853
Meeting Notice & Agenda
Full agenda and board packet items will be posted on this page no later than the Monday immediately preceding the meeting.

Call to Order of Regular Meeting
Setting of Meeting Agenda
New Business

a) MN Water Resources Conference Manager Registration
b) Watershed Based Implementation Funding Agreement Extension

Old Business

a) Building Architect Consultants
b) 2026 Budget & Accomplishments Outreach

Program/Project Update

a) Project Update
b) Program Update – Grant Research & Preparation

YouTube Presentation

Report of Officers and Managers
Summary and Approval of Board Direction
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – September 25, 2025, 6:30 pm

Bugged Out Water Parent/Child Ages 5-10
2025-09-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Forest Lake Area Schools Education Center, 943 9th Ave SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Is there anything more exciting than playing with bugs? We will be digging right in and seeing what kind of buggy neighbors are swimming around the lakes and streams. This is a very hands-on session full of creepy crawly fun that will leave you with a better appreciation of how important insects are as well as what they can tell us about the water.
Register here: https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8273/fall-2025/bugged-out-water-parent-child-ages-5-10

09/16/25 CAC Meeting
2025-09-16 17:00 - 18:00 | MN

CANCELLED: Tour of Moody Lake Capstone Projects
2025-09-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Moody Lake Park, 842H+9P Chisago City, Minnesota, MN
This event has been cancelled.

Hands on Seed Saving
2025-09-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Looking to save some money and learn a new gardening skill? Seed saving is an easy and rewarding practice that will let you select varieties of plants that do best in your unique gardening situations. Come learn how to save seeds from your favorite plants and give them the best chance of germinating next spring. We will also go right outside the library and save some native plant seeds to take home. Participants will receive native plant books, and several gift certificates from area nurseries will be given as door prizes.
Register at https://washcolib.libcal.com/event/14570008

Create Your Own Lure
2025-09-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Why do fish chase after one lure but ignore the next one? Do they see every color, certain colors, or none at all? We will be talking about and looking at a wide variety of gadgets and lures, as well as giving you a chance to make your own to take home and try out in this class with the Comfort Forest Lake Watershed District at Hardwood Creek Library.
This class is for teens.
All the supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity!
https://washcolib.libcal.com/event/14969172

09/25/25 Regular Board Meeting
2025-09-25 18:30 - 20:30 | MN
The 09/25/25 Regular Board Meeting and the 2026 Budget and Levy Public Hearing will be held at the District Offices at 44 Lake Street South, Suite A, Forest Lake, MN.
The meeting and hearing may be attended remotely via Zoom following the instructions below.
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to register for the zoom meeting online
Meeting Notice & Agenda

Call to Order of Regular Meeting
Oath of Office
Setting of Meeting Agenda
Consent Agenda: The consent agenda is considered as one item of business. It consists of routine administrative items or items not requiring discussion. Items can be removed from the consent agenda at the request of the Board member, staff member, or a member of the audience. Please state which item or items you wish to remove for separate discussion.

a) Special Board Meeting Minutes – July 28, 2025
b) Special Board Meeting Minutes – August 11, 2025
c) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – August 14, 2025
d) Special Board Meeting Minutes – August 20, 2025
e) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – August 28, 2025

CLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)

Public Hearing: 2026 Budget & Levy

Presentation

Public Open Forum
Advisory Committee Updates
New Business

a) New Manager and Board Officer Positions
b) 2026 Budget & Levy Adoption
c) Permit Fee Structure Rule Revision

Presentation

d) Resident Shoreline Award Recognition

Old Business

a) State of the Watershed Update

Report of Staff

a) Administrator

Update on Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Fund

b) Emmons and Olivier Resources
c) Smith Partners

Report of Treasurer and Approval of Bills
Report of Officers and Managers
Summary and Approval of Board Direction
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – October 9, 2025, 6:30 pm

2025 State of the Watershed
2025-09-30 17:00 - 19:30 | Forest Lake American Legion, 355 W Broadway Ave, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
The State of the Watershed aims to provide citizens and partners with insight into the District’s programming, projects, and activities. The evening will commence with a social half hour followed by a comprehensive presentation by the District staff and board members. Following the presentation, we will have a complimentary buffet-style dinner and reception. During the reception, the 2025 Watershed Champion Award recipients will be honored. A cash bar is available throughout the evening.
Please RSVP via email or by phone to (651) 395-5850 by September 19th.
Open Meeting Law Notice

Alum On-Site Informational Event
2025-10-01 09:00 - 10:00 | Forest Lake Launch 3, 739Q+764, Forest Lake, MN, 55025
There will be an on-site informational event on October 1st from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. at Forest Lake third lake boat launch (9467 North Shore Trail North, Forest Lake, MN 55025). This is a chance to see the alum treatment equipment firsthand and interact with CLFLWD staff, engineers, and the actual alum applicators themselves. This is an informal event, and interested parties can just stop by the access anytime from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Native Plant Walk and Talk
2025-10-02 12:30 - 14:00 | Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Join CLFLWD’s Adam Hjelm for a walk and talk around the prairie and pond areas outside Hardwood Creek Library. We’ll learn about the plants and wildlife right outside the library’s back door. Each walk and talk is different and will change with the season. Participants are encouraged to take photos and stop and smell the flowers along the way. Please wear good walking shoes.
Program provided in cooperation with Comfort Lake- Forest Lake Watershed District.
https://washcolib.libcal.com/event/14569955

Forest Lake Fall Alum Treatment Informational Meeting
2025-10-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Forest Lake Senior Community Center, 767 4th St SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025
How does an alum treatment improve water quality?
Why does Forest Lake need another alum treatment this fall?
Dr. Wilkinson is a civil engineer and limnologist at Emmons & Olivier Resources, Inc. where she applies her expertise in watershed engineering, primarily focused on lake and stream water quality and ecology. She will present an introduction to lake science and discuss Forest Lake’s overall water quality. She will also be discussing results from the first alum treatment on Forest Lake and the upcoming second alum treatment scheduled for mid-October.
This FREE workshop will be held at the Forest Lake Senior Community Center (767 4th St SW, Forest Lake, MN 55025) starting at 6:00 p.m. The workshop includes an hour presentation, a box supper, and time for open discussion after the presentation.
Please RSVP before noon on October 1st for this workshop, so we have an accurate headcount for food and seating.
To register, please contact the CLFLWD at 651-395-5850 or by email.
Event Flyer
Open Meeting Notice

10/09/25 Regular Board Meeting
2025-10-09 18:30 - 20:30 | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 859 7977 0321
Meeting Notice & Agenda

Call to Order of Regular Meeting
Setting of Meeting Agenda
New Business

a) 2026 Regular Board Meeting Schedule and 2026 Meeting Calendar
b) Review Bank Signers, Viewers, & Credit Card Holders

Old Business

a) 2026 Budget Workshop Scheduling
b) State of the Watershed Recap

Program/Project Update

a) Project Update
b) Program Update – Cost Share

Report of Officers and Managers
Summary and Approval of Board Direction
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – October 23, 2025, 6:30 pm

10/14/25 CAC Meeting
2025-10-14 17:00 - 18:00 | MN

10/15/25 County Commissioner Budget Meeting
2025-10-15 13:00 - 14:00 | CLFLWD Office, 44 Lake St. South, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
The Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District will meet with Washington County District 1 Commissioner to discuss the CLFLWD 2026 budget and planned activities. A quorum of the CLFLWD Board may be present.
Open Meeting Notice
