A Coordinated Strategy for Resilience 

Within the watershed, more extreme flooding and drought are already impacting our treasured water resources and the communities that depend on them. As we all prepare to meet the challenges of a changing climate, the need for thoughtful, integrated planning is more important than ever.

Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) developed a Climate Action Framework to outline a coordinated strategy that will guide our efforts as we work closely with partners over the coming years.

The Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) is a resident-led volunteer advisory group to the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) that is appointed by the District's Board of Managers. The CAC assists the MCWD Board of Managers on matters affecting the interests of the Watershed District such as providing feedback on the District’s strategic initiatives, organizational plans, and policy priorities.

CAC meetings are held in person at the MCWD office in Minnetonka. Staff are monitoring COVID-19 risk and will switch the meeting format to virtual if the risk increases.  

Benefits of service: 

• Play a role in regional, watershed-wide efforts to improve local communities
• Learn about your watershed and issues impacting its water resources
• Network and learn from your peers

Membership policy: 

Applicants must be residents of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.  Selection will prioritize a cohort of CAC members who live in communities across the watershed district and bring a diversity of professional, racial/ethnic identification, and personal backgrounds.

Desired qualifications: 

MCWD welcomes applications from residents bringing a variety of personal and professional experiences. This will likely include:

• Curiosity about the work of a watershed district
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively in CAC meetings
• Interest in issues such as water, environment, conservation, and community development