Comfort Lake Forest Lake Watershed District

05/28/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-05-28 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: 884 6791 7964
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) Regular Board Meeting Minutes – April 23, 2026

Direct YouTube link

b) Special Board Meeting Minutes – May 12, 2026

Direct YouTube link

Public Open Forum
Advisory Committee Updates
New Business

a) Permit 25-020 Forest View Preserve
b) Insurance Liability Coverage Waiver
c) 2026 Budget Amendment

Old Business

a) Natural Shoreline Education & Outreach Campaign
b) Education & Outreach Program Update
c) Starry Stonewort Rapid Response
d) Floodplain Resilience Action Plan Framework

Final Floodplain Resilience Action Plan Framework

Report of Staff

a) Administrator

Presentation

b) Emmons and Olivier Resources
c) Smith Partners

Report of Treasurer and Approval of Bills

2026 Jan-Jun Cash Flow Projections

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

a) Next special board meeting – June 2, 2026, 6:00 pm
b) Next regular board meeting – June 11, 2026, 6:30 pm

06/02/26 Special Board Meeting - Budget Workshop #2
2026-06-02 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: 823 6310 7770
Meeting Notice & Agenda

Call to Order of Special Meeting
Budget Workshop #2- First Review
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – June 11, 2026, 6:30 pm

Native Plant Walk and Talk - Hardwood Creek Library Summer 2026
2026-06-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
Join Adam Hjelm for a walk and talk through the prairie and pond areas outside Hardwood Creek Library. We’ll learn about the plants and wildlife just outside the library’s back door.
Each walk and talk is different and changes with the season. Participants are encouraged to take photos and stop to smell the flowers along the way. A boxed dinner will be provided. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
Registration is required.
https://washcolib.libcal.com/event/16713274

North Shore Trail Nature Area Walk and Talk
2026-06-09 18:00 - 19:00 | North Shore Trail Nature Area, North Shore Trail, Forest Lake, Minnesota, 55025
Join Comfort Lake – Forest Lake Watershed District’s Aidan Read for a walking tour through the recently restored North Shore Trail Nature Area.
Attendees will have the opportunity to take part in a guided walk through a unique natural area located in the heart of Forest Lake. During the tour, we will explore the history of the site and take an in-depth look at the restoration work that has been completed. Discussion will include the ecological goals that guided the project, the techniques and tools used to achieve those goals, and the methods being used to monitor and evaluate progress over time.
In addition, we will look ahead to the future of the site, including ongoing management strategies and stewardship efforts designed to protect and preserve this valuable and distinctive habitat for years to come.
Please RSVP via email to Adam Hjelm or call 651-395-5850 by June 8th so we have a headcount for supplies and materials.

Participants can park at the Forest Lake 3rd lake boat launch and walk to the site for the event.
Open Meeting Notice

06/11/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-06-11 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: 865 6511 0602
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 – May 14, 2026

CLFLWD YouTube Channel – May 14th

b) Special Board Meeting Minutes – May 26, 2026

CLFLWD YouTube Channel – May 26th

New Business

a) Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Fund Grant Awards
b) Shallow Pond Audubon Property Donation and ESA SOW
c) Natural Shoreline Outreach Plan Framework

Old Business

a) Heath Iron Enhanced Sand Filter Project Contract Award
b) Watershed Management Plan Minor Amendment Adoption
c) Floodplain Resilience Project Feasibility Scope of Work
d) Clean Water Partnership Loan E Agreement
e) MN Watersheds Resolutions

Project Update
Report of Managers
Summary and Approval of Board Direction
Adjourn

a) Next special board meeting – June 15, 2026, 6:00 pm
b) Next regular board meeting – June 25, 2026, 6:30 pm

06/15/26 Special Board Meeting - Budget Workshop #3
2026-06-15 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: 815 2552 2269
Meeting Notice & Agenda

Call to Order of Special Meeting
Budget Workshop #3 – Clarifications & Communications
Adjourn

a) Next regular board meeting – June 25, 2026, 6:30 pm

06/16/26 CAC Meeting
2026-06-16 17:00 - 18:00 | MN

Comfort Lake Delisting Celebration
2026-06-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Lord of the Lakes Lutheran Church, 25402 Itasca Avenue, Forest Lake, MN, 55025, United States
After 24 years on the state’s impaired waters list due to excess nutrients, Comfort Lake is now slated for delisting — a major milestone for the community and the lake itself. This achievement reflects years of collaboration, dedication, and stewardship from the Comfort Lake–Forest Lake Watershed District, the Comfort Lakes Association, the City of Wyoming, Chisago County, and many local groups, organizations, and community members who worked together to improve and protect the lake’s water quality.
We will be having a short program to commemorate the activities and partnerships that have helped the lake reach this milestone. There will be a light supper, refreshments, and cake following the program.
Please RSVP via email or by phone by June 10th.
Event Flyer
OPEN MEETING NOTICE

Build Your Own Lure - Hardwood Creek Library Summer 2026
2026-06-18 17:00 - 18:00 | 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?
In this class, we will be talking about and looking at a wide variety of gadgets and lures. You will also have a chance to make your own lure to take home and try it out.
All the supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity!
This class is for all ages. Registration is required.
https://washcolib.libcal.com/event/16713195

Office Holiday – Juneteenth 2026
2026-06-19 | MN
The Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District office will be closed to observe this holiday.

06/25/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-06-25 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: 895 1831 3180
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 – May 28, 2026

Direct YouTube link

b) Special Board Meeting Minutes – June 2, 2026

Direct YouTube link

Public Open Forum
Advisory Committee Updates
New Business

a) Floodplain Resiliency Project Development Budget Amendment
b) Bone Lake South Property Management Plan Scope of Work

Old Business

a) Eurasian Watermilfoil Policy
b) Comfort Lake Delisting Event Recap

Report of Staff

a) Administrator

Presentation

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 – July 9, 2026, 6:30 pm

Purple Loosestrife Beetle Release Event
2026-07-01 10:00 - 10:30 | Forest Lake Launch 3, 739Q+764, Forest Lake, MN, 55025
In 2026, District staff began implementing purple loosestrife biocontrol management efforts following Minnesota DNR beetle rearing and release guidelines. An initial collection of 100 beetles was completed in May and placed on contained host plants for rearing. The beetles are then allowed to develop through several life stages, ultimately producing thousands of beetles for future release. Biological control has proven to be an effective, low-cost method for managing medium- to large-scale infestations of purple loosestrife.

Purple loosestrife is a perennial wetland plant that is non-native to Minnesota and is classified as a Prohibited Invasive Species. It contains a flower spike of pink-purple flowers that bloom in late June to August. Purple loosestrife aggressively invades wetland areas, displaces native plants, and disrupts habitat for native animals.
Additionally, the District will be assessing the feasibility of expanding this into a citizen volunteer program and any interested individuals are encouraged to contact Matthew Hendrickson by email or phone for more information.

Office Holiday – Observed Independence Day 2026
2026-07-03 | MN

07/09/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-07-09 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:
Meeting Notice & Agenda
Full agenda and board packet items will be posted on this page no later than the Monday immediately preceding the meeting.

07/14/26 CAC Meeting
2026-07-14 17:00 - 18:00 | MN

07/21/26 Special Board Meeting - Budget Workshop #4
2026-07-21 18:00 - 20:00 | MN
Remote Attendance Instructions:
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Meeting Notice & Agenda
Full agenda and board packet items will be posted on this page no later than 3 days immediately preceding the meeting.

07/23/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-07-23 18:30 - 20:30 | MN

07/30/26 Special Board Meeting - Budget Workshop #5
2026-07-30 18:00 - 20:00 | MN

08/13/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-08-13 18:30 - 20:30 | MN

08/18/26 CAC Meeting
2026-08-18 17:00 - 18:00 | MN

08/20/26 Special Board Meeting - Budget Workshop #6
2026-08-20 18:00 - 20:00 | MN

08/27/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-08-27 18:30 - 20:30 | MN

Office Holiday – Labor Day 2026
2026-09-07 | MN

09/10/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-09-10 18:30 - 20:30 | MN

09/15/26 CAC Meeting
2026-09-15 17:00 - 18:00 | MN

09/24/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-09-24 18:30 - 20:30 | MN

10/08/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-10-08 18:30 - 20:30 | MN

10/13/26 CAC Meeting
2026-10-13 17:00 - 18:00 | MN

10/22/26 Regular Board Meeting
2026-10-22 18:30 - 20:30 | MN

Office Holiday – Veterans Day 2026
2026-11-11 | MN
