(Capitol Region Watershed District)

Meetings

6:00 pm

First and third Wednesday of each month

Capitol Region office located at Suite 4, 1410 Energy Park Dr., Saint Paul

Member Requirements

The Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) is led by a five-person Board of Managers that guides CRWD in the implementation of goals and objectives set forth in CRWD Watershed Management Plan. Board Managers are appointed by the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners from nominations supplied by Saint Paul.

Saint Paul Residency: Required

Term: Three years

Staff:    Wes Saunders-Pearce (651) 266-9112

            Anne Weber (651) 266-6245

Powers & Duties

Watershed Districts engage in varied water resources activities and projects.  They work cooperatively with other local organizations toward common water management goals.

In general, under M.S. Chapter 103D.335, a Watershed District has the power to:

-levy property taxes and special assessments

-hire staff and consultants

-regulate development