09/16/25 CAC Meeting
2025-09-16 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | 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

Bugged Out Water
2025-10-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Chisago Lakes High School, 29400 Olinda Trail, Lindstrom, MN, 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 quality. All the supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity.
https://isd2144.ce.eleyo.com/course/3101/fall-2025/bugged-out-water

Build Your Own Lures Parent/Child Ages 5-10
2025-10-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Forest Lake Area Schools Education Center, 943 9th Ave SW, 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. All the supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity.

https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8271/fall-2025/build-your-own-lures-parent-child-ages-5-10

Low Mow and Eco-Friendly Lawns
2025-10-21 18:30 - 19:30 | Forest Lake Area Schools Education Center, 943 9th Ave SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
We love our lush green lawns, maybe a bit too much? Join us to learn what else we can plant to benefit the bees and birds, while also keeping some green turf. We will discuss lawn alternatives that are more environmentally friendly that will keep your backyard buzzing. Small changes can go a long way towards improving the environment while saving you time and money. Participants will receive native plant books and several gift certificates from area nurseries will be given as door prizes.

https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8296/fall-2025/low-mow-and-eco-friendly-lawns

10/23/25 Regular Board Meeting
2025-10-23 18:30 - 20:30 | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to REGISTER for the zoom meeting
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 – September 11, 2025
b) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – September 25, 2025
c) ReLeaf Community Forestry Grant Application

CLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)

2026 Budget Comment Opportunity

Public Comment Opportunity Presentation

Public Open Forum
Advisory Committee Updates
New Business

a) Highway 8 Roadway Project

Old Business

a) Bone Lake South Property Acquisition & Budget Transfer
b) State of the Watershed Recap
c) 2026 Budget Projected Expenditures
d) MN Watershed Annual Conference Registration

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 – November 20, 2025, 6:30 pm

Buckthorn Removal and Replacement
2025-10-27 18:30 - 19:30 | Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Local landscape professionals will walk us through the process of replacing this stubborn invader. Learn tricks, techniques, and tips that will help you be successful at eradicating buckthorn and replacing it with beautiful native plants. We’ll discuss which replacement plants are best to prevent buckthorn regrowth.
Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications, and several door prizes will be given away from local plant specialists.
Program provided at Hardwood Creek Library in cooperation with Comfort Lake- Forest Lake Watershed District
https://washcolib.libcal.com/event/14570015

Mulches and Composts
2025-10-30 18:30 - 19:30 | Forest Lake Area Schools Education Center, 943 9th Ave SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Composts and mulches are nature’s way of recycling; it keeps waste out of landfills and fertilizes without chemicals. Learn how to use a variety of composts and various mulches for all your planting and landscaping needs whether you make them or buy them. We’ll cover pros, cons and everything in between…especially how to use mulches to tuck your plants in for winter. Participants will receive a folder full of great information and a native plant book. Several door prizes will be given away from local plant specialists.
https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8295/fall-2025/mulches-and-composts

11/06/25 Special Board Meeting
2025-11-06 17:30 - 19:30 | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 841 9359 9576
Meeting Notice & Agenda

Call to Order of Special Meeting
Minnesota Watersheds Annual Conference and Delegates
Budget Workshop

a) Memo
b) Budget Changes Summary
c) Budget Scenarios Comparison Table
d) Budget Projection Option 1 (23.7% levy increase in 2026)
e) Budget Projection Option 2 (15.6% levy increase in 2026)
f) Budget Projection Option 3 (19.9% levy increase in 2026)

Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – November 20, 2025 6:30 pm

Winter Perennial Prepping
2025-11-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Wildcat Community Center, 29330 Olinda Trail, Lindstrom, MN, 55045, United States
The joy of perennials is that they come back year after year…that is if they are prepared for the harsh MN winters. You can save money, time, and headaches by following a few easy steps as well as learn some tips and techniques by joining us for this great class. Participants will receive native plant books, and several gift certificates from area nurseries and will be given as door prizes.

https://isd2144.ce.eleyo.com/course/3097/fall-2025/winter-perennial-prepping

Office Holiday - Veterans Day 2025
2025-11-11 | MN
The Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District office will be closed to observe this holiday.

Managing and Minimizing Wildlife Damage
2025-11-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Forest Lake Area Schools Education Center, 943 9th Ave SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Shrubs and trees can make a tasty snack for winter wildlife. We will chat about different strategies to keep the deer, rabbits and other chewing critters at bay this winter. A few small steps and techniques can save you money and headaches. Participants will receive native plant books and several gift certificates from area nurseries will be given as door prizes.

https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8294/fall-2025/managing-and-minimizing-wildlife-damage

Bee Houses Parent/Child Ages 5-10
2025-11-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Forest Lake Area Schools Education Center, 943 9th Ave SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Come and join us to learn about bee basics and the importance of native bees. We will also be making bee houses to take home. Turn your crafty creativity into functional fun. More bees means more fruits, veggies and flowers in your own backyard! Supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity.

https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8270/fall-2025/bee-houses-parent-child-ages-5-10

11/18/25 CAC Meeting
2025-11-18 17:00 - 18:00 | MN

Fall Septic System Care
2025-11-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Wildcat Community Center, 29330 Olinda Trail, Lindstrom, MN, 55045, United States
How does your individual septic system really work? How can you as a homeowner care for and protect your investment to maximize the life of the system? There are many simple things you can do to extend the life of your septic system while at the same time maximizing efficiency, reducing expensive repairs, and protecting water quality. Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications.

https://isd2144.ce.eleyo.com/course/3099/fall-2025/fall-septic-system-care

11/20/25 Regular Board Meeting
2025-11-20 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: 878 2773 9160
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 – October 9, 2025
b) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – October 23, 2025
c) Resiliency Project Development Grant Applications

CLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)

Public Hearing – Rule Change – 9.0

Presentation

Public Open Forum
Advisory Committee Updates
New Business

a) WCD Service Agreement
b) Chisago SWCD Service Agreement
c) Moody Lake Ag Practices Budget Amendment
d) MN Paid Leave
e) 2026 Staff Work Plan

Presentation
YouTube Recording

f) 5-Year Program & Project Plan

Presentation
YouTube Recording

Old Business

a) MN Watersheds Annual Conference

MN Watersheds Region 3 Caucus Packet
Event Program

b) Alum Treatment Scope of Work

Report of Staff

a) Administrator

Program Update – Interagency Communication
Project Update

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 – December 18, 2025, 6:30 pm

Office Holiday - Thanksgiving 2025
2025-11-27 | MN

Office Holiday - Day After Thanksgiving 2025
2025-11-28 | MN

MN Watersheds Annual Conference 2025
2025-12-03 - 2025-12-05 | Grand View Lodge, 23521 Nokomis Ave, Nisswa, MN, 56468, United States
A quorum of the Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District Board of Managers may attend the Minnesota Watersheds Annual Conference in Nisswa, MN.
Open Meeting Notice

Build Your Own Lures
2025-12-04 17:30 - 18:30 | Wildcat Community Center, 29330 Olinda Trail, Lindstrom, MN, 55045, United States
Get ready for a fun, family-friendly adventure! Kids, bring an adult along for the ride!
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. All the supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity.
https://isd2144.ce.eleyo.com/course/3100/fall-2025/build-your-own-lures
