12/18/25 Regular Board Meeting
2025-12-18 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
Click here to join the zoom meeting online or dial by phone: 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 813 2067 5126
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) Special Board Meeting Minutes – November 6, 2025
b) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – November 20, 2025

CLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)

Public Comment Opportunity on 2026 Budget & Levy
Public Open Forum
Advisory Committee Updates
New Business

a) 2025 Blue Water Science Yearend Reports
b) 2025 Aquatic Invasive Species Report

YouTube Yearend Summary Video

c) 2025 Watercraft Inspection Report

YouTube Yearend Summary Video

d) 2025 Yearend Accounting & Reimbursement Requests

Old Business

a) Revision to Rule 9.0
b) 2026 Budget & Levy
c) Forest Lake Alum Treatment Project Closeout
d) Governance Manual Update
e) 2026 Staff Work Plan
f) 5-Year Program & Project Plan
g) 2025 Education & Outreach Yearend Report

YouTube Yearend Summary Video

h) 2026 Education & Outreach Implementation Plan

Report of Staff

a) Administrator

Program Update – Lower St. Croix Watershed Partnership

YouTube Video

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 – January 8, 2026, 6:30 pm

Office Holiday - Christmas Eve 2025
2025-12-24 | MN
The Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District office will be closed to observe this holiday.

Office Holiday - Christmas 2025
2025-12-25 | MN

Office Holiday – New Year’s Day 2026
2026-01-01 | MN

Build Your Own Lures - Winter 2026
2026-01-08 18:00 - 19:00 | 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!
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/3238/winter-2026/build-your-own-lures

01/08/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-01-08 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: 851 9347 1516
Meeting Notice & Agenda

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

a) Election of Officers and Liaison Appointments
b) Community Advisory Committee Appointments
c) Designation of Newspapers and Banks
d) Review Bank Signers-Viewers-Credit Card Holders
e) Lower St. Croix Partnership Metro Convene Meeting
f) Section 125 POP

Old Business

a) Bone Lake South Property Short-term Management
b) Rule 9 Revision Resolution

Program/Project Update

a) Project Update

Report of Officers and Managers

LSC-Keeping Our Communities Growing and Clean Water Flowing

Summary and Approval of Board Direction
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – January 22, 2026, 6:30 pm

01/13/26 CAC Meeting
2026-01-13 17:00 - 18:00 | MN

Snow Seeding - Winter 2026
2026-01-15 18:30 - 19:30 | Forest Lake Area Schools Education Center, 943 9th Ave SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Spring is often thought to be the time to plant seed, but winter has its advantages. When we sow seed in winter, the seed will remain dormant all winter long and will germinate on nature’s schedule in the spring. Winter seeding can even be more effective than spring and summer seedings. Join us to learn more about this method and how to increase your spring germination and seed success. You will receive a folder full of great information, a native plant book and several door prizes will be given away from local plant specialists.

https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8537/winter-2026-jan-apr/snow-seeding

Office Holiday – Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026
2026-01-19 | MN

01/22/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-01-22 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 9099 5882
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 – December 18, 2025

CLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)

Public Open Forum
Advisory Committee Updates
New Business

a) 2025 Blue Water Science Reports
b) 2026 Aquatic Plant Surveys Service Agreement
c) Clean Water Partnership Loan E Application

Old Business

a) 2025 Aquatic Invasive Species Program Yearend Summary
b) 2025 Yearend Watercraft Inspection Program Report
c) Timm’s Marina Environmental Assessment Worksheet

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 – February 12, 2026, 6:30 pm

Watershed Connections: Loons and Local Lakes
2026-01-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Forest Lake Senior Community Center, 767 4th St SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025
We’re all a little loony for Minnesota’s state bird! Whether you only know Common Loons by their iconic calls, or you are a long-time loon watcher, these charismatic birds will never stop surprising you. We will dive into the physical and behavioral characteristics that make Common Loons unique, while highlighting the relationship loons have with the intricate freshwater ecosystems. We will also learn what we can do to better protect loons from the environmental conflicts they face today.
Maddi Nistler is the Education & Outreach Manager at the National Loon Center in Crosslake, MN. Her life-long love for the outdoors and inner workings of the natural world has led her to become a MN Master Naturalist and advocate for Common Loons.
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 a boxed supper, an hour presentation, and time for open discussion after the presentation.
Please RSVP before Friday, January 23rd 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.
Loons Event Flyer
Open Meeting Notice

Build Your Own Lures Parent/Child Ages 5-10 - Winter 2026
2026-01-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Normandy Park Education Center / Senior Center, 2484 County Rd F East, White Bear Lake, Minnesota, 55110
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/8443/winter-2026-jan-apr/build-your-own-lures-parent-child-ages-5-10

Gardening - Living Fence Lines - Winter 2026
2026-02-05 06:30 - 19:30 | Forest Lake Area Schools Education Center, 943 9th Ave SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Natural fences constructed of shrubbery, tall flowers and clumping grasses are attractive and environmentally friendly. These living fences add an eye-catching way to define your property boundaries, while also adding pollinator plants that serve as effective privacy screens. Good fences make for good neighbors….and good habitat! You 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://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8538/winter-2026-jan-apr/gardening-living-fence-lines

Watershed Connections: Addressing PFAS Pollution in Minnesota
2026-02-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Forest Lake Senior Community Center, 767 4th St SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025
In 2021, several Minnesota state agencies came together to publish the PFAS Blueprint, which identified potential paths forward to prevent, mitigate, and clean up PFAS pollution across Minnesota. This presentation covers the progress made in the almost five years since publication, with special attention to work done to understand PFAS in water.
Fawkes currently serves as the Agency PFAS Coordinator at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). In this role, Fawkes coordinates and collaborates with staff and leadership across the MPCA and at other state agencies, and acts as liaison with other states, federal partners, and a variety of stakeholders to advance the goals identified under Minnesota’s PFAS Blueprint. Fawkes’ expertise ranges from media-specific technical issues to big-picture policy considerations.
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 Friday, February 6th 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

Butterfly Bombs - Winter 2026
2026-02-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Forest Lake Area Schools Education Center, 943 9th Ave SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Join Adam, Education and Outreach Coordinator from CLFLWD, to learn about the magical and mystical journey of the monarch butterfly. We will follow the migration and incredible journey of these insects. We will also be making butterfly bombs to help increase the population of their favorite and necessary foods…milkweeds! All supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity. Registration deadline is Tues, Feb 10.
https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8575/winter-2026-jan-apr/butterfly-bombs%E2%80%941

02/12/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-02-12 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: 893 3429 7570
Meeting Notice & Agenda

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

a) 2026-2028 Forest Lake Cooperative Aquatic Invasive Species Agreement

Old Business

a) 2025 Blue Water Science Reports
b) 2025 Education & Outreach Yearend Report
c) 2026 Education & Outreach Implementation Plan
d) 2026 Education & Outreach Events
e) 2026 Rule Revision
f) Clean Water Partnership Loan E

Program/Project Update

a) Project Update

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

a) Next regular board meeting – February 26, 2026, 6:30 pm

Office Holiday – Presidents' Day 2026
2026-02-16 | MN

02/17/26 CAC Meeting
2026-02-17 17:00 - 18:00 | MN

Hands on Butterfly Garden Design - Winter 2026
2026-02-23 18:30 - 19:30 | Chisago Lakes High School, 29400 Olinda Trail, Lindstrom, MN, United States
If you’d like to attract more butterflies to your yard, consider adding native plants, shrubs, and trees that help support their diverse nutritional needs. Native plants generally require less maintenance on your part and provide
food and shelter for local wildlife. We will go through several host plants that will attract specific pollinators. 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/3241/winter-2026/hands-on-butterfly-garden-design

Butterfly Bombs Parent/Child Ages 5-10 - Winter 2026
2026-02-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Normandy Park Education Center / Senior Center, 2484 County Rd F East, White Bear Lake, Minnesota, 55110
Join us to learn about the magical and mystical journey of the monarch butterfly. We will follow the migration and incredible journey of these insects. We will also be making butterfly bombs to help increase the population of their favorite and necessary foods…milkweeds! All supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity.

https://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8444/winter-2026-jan-apr/butterfly-bombs-parent-child-ages-5-10

02/26/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-02-26 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: 894 3964 8866
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) January 8, 2026 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
b) January 22, 2026 Regular Board Meeting Minutes

CLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)

Public Open Forum
Advisory Committee Updates
New Business

a) 2026 Aquatic Invasive Species Treatment Service Contract
b) 2026 Chisago County Watercraft Inspection Joint Powers Agreement
c) Operations & Maintenance Program Update

YouTube Presentation

d) Minnesota Watersheds Legislative Event 2026

Event Packet

Old Business

a) Water Management Districts

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 – March 12, 2026, 6:30 pm

Bee Houses - Winter 2026
2026-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Chisago Lakes High School, 29400 Olinda Trail, Lindstrom, MN, United States
This is a Family Class…so kids bring an adult with you!
Come and join us to learn about native bees. We will learn the bee basics and also the importance of these incredible insects. We will also be making bee houses that you will be able to take home. Turn your crafty creativity into functional fun. More bees means more fruits, veggies, and flowers in your own backyard! All the supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity.
https://isd2144.ce.eleyo.com/course/3239/winter-2026/bee-houses

Pollinator Lawns - Winter 2026
2026-03-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
We love our lush green lawns, maybe a bit too much? Join Comfort Lake Forest Lake Watershed District at Hardwood Creek Library to learn what we can plant. We’ll discuss lawn alternatives that are more environmentally friendly and will keep your backyard buzzing. Small changes can save you time and money while creating beauty and protecting our environment.
https://washcolib.libcal.com/event/15491670

Gardening - Planning and Planting Pocket Gardens - Winter 2026
2026-03-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Normandy Park Education Center / Senior Center, 2484 County Rd F East, White Bear Lake, Minnesota, 55110
A native wildflower garden will attract beautiful butterflies and bees to your yard and help pollinators stay healthy. You can plant a garden anywhere from the boulevard of your city lot, under pine trees and even that shady corner where nothing ever seems to ever grow. We will cover it all from weeds to seeds and start to bountiful blooms. We will even “walk” through a project from scratch. You 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://forestlake.ce.eleyo.com/course/8539/winter-2026-jan-apr/gardening-planning-and-planting-pocket-gardens

03/12/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-03-12 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: 842 3924 4545
Meeting Notice & Agenda

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

a) 2026 Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention & Management Plan

YouTube Presentation

b) 2026 Water Monitoring Plan
c) 2026 Cost-Share Program Framework
d) FY27 Clean Water Fund Competitive Grant Applications (Updated 3/12/26)
e) GreenCorps Host Site Application Resolution
f) Heath Iron Enhanced Sand Filter Bid Solicitation
g) MN Lakes and Rivers Letter of Support

Old Business

a) 2026-2028 Forest Lake Cooperative Aquatic Invasive Species Agreement (Tri-Party Agreement)

Program/Project Update

a) Project Update
b) Program Update – Permitting

YouTube Presentation (added 3/11/26)

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

a) Next regular board meeting – March 26, 2026, 6:30 pm

Watershed Connections: Climate-Resilient Trees for a Changing Landscape
2026-03-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Forest Lake Senior Community Center, 767 4th St SW, Forest Lake, MN, 55025
More frequent extreme weather events and the spread of invasive pests are intensifying the challenges caused by low plant diversity in managed landscapes. These pressures can lead to weaker ecosystems that are less able to adapt to environmental stress, disease, and climate change. The University of Minnesota Extension Horticulture promotes increasing plant diversity as a key strategy for creating healthier, more resilient landscapes that can better withstand these growing threats.
Join Laura Irish-Hanson (MN Landscape Arboretum) to explore the factors that influence long-term landscape success, including site conditions, climate considerations, and maintenance practices. You’ll learn practical plant selection criteria, discover new and underused species that can expand your plant palette, and gain tools for addressing common landscape challenges in a more sustainable and adaptable way.
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 Friday, March 13th 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

03/17/26 CAC Meeting
2026-03-17 17:00 - 18:00 | MN
Open Meeting Notice

Bee Houses Parent/Child Ages 5-10 - Winter 2026
2026-03-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Normandy Park Education Center / Senior Center, 2484 County Rd F East, White Bear Lake, Minnesota, 55110
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/8445/winter-2026-jan-apr/bee-houses-parent-child-ages-5-10

03/26/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-03-26 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: 861 2468 2262
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) January 8, 2026 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
b) January 22, 2026 Regular Board Meeting Minutes

Summary of Changes

c) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – February 12, 2026
d) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – February 26, 2026

CLFLWD YouTube Channel (for watching past meetings)

Public Open Forum
Advisory Committee Updates
New Business

a) Draft 2025 Comprehensive Monitoring Report

Presentation (added 3/26/26)

b) Bush Foundation Grant Application
c) Green Infrastructure Grant East Comfort Pond Project Scope of Work
d) Draft 2025 Year-In-Review, Annual Report, Progress Report

2025 Year-In-Review Draft
2025 Annual Report Draft
2025 Progress Report Draft

e) U of St. Thomas Sustainable Communities Program

Old Business

a) Cost-Share Program Update

Report of Staff

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

Report of Treasurer and Approval of Bills (Updated 3/26/26)
Report of Officers and Managers
Summary and Approval of Board Direction
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – April 9, 2026, 6:30 pm

Bone Lake South Property Informational Meeting
2026-03-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Scandia Community Center, 14727 209th St. N., Scandia, MN, 55073, United States
The Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District was awarded Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage and MNDNR Conservation Partnership funds to purchase 238-acres of property south of Bone Lake, Scandia, MN. These state grants provide funding for restoration, protection, and enhancement of wetlands, prairies, forests, and habitat for fish, game, and wildlife. The property is undeveloped with many wetland habitats, remnant oak savanna, and mature mixed northern hardwood species.
Over the coming years, the District will work to restore several of the high value wetland habitats, convert agriculture fields to native prairie, and establish over three miles of trails open to non-motorized access. Upon completion of restoration efforts, the property will be open to the public for day-use recreation.
Join the District on March 30th, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Scandia Community Center (14727 209th Street North, Scandia MN 55073) to learn more about the property, the restoration plans, and the overall timeline.
Please RSVP before Friday, March 27th for this meeting, so we have an accurate headcount for seating and materials. To register, please contact the CLFLWD at 651-395-5850 or by email.
Informational Meeting Flyer
Open Meeting Notice
