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
