County Approves Grant For Conservation Plan
STILLWATER – At its meeting of January 20, the Washington County Board of Commissioners approved a matching grant of $19,000 with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to prepare a conservation plan for the county’s Land and Water Legacy Program (LWLP).
The LWLP was developed to implement the open space referendum approved by voters in the 2006 general election. The plan will be developed with input from the Washington Conservation District, watershed districts, land protection advocacy organizations, and local units of government.
Wanted: Road Runners!
CENTERVILLE - The Centerville Parks and Recreation Committee announced last week that they will sponsor an 8-kilometer run or walk through the city and around Centerville Lake.
The Committee’s objective is to create a well-organized, safe and fun event that will draw participants from many locations throughout Minnesota, gain local business exposure, and become an annual event in Centerville’s annual Fête des Lacs celebration.
This year, Fête des Lacs will take place on August 7, 8 and 9. The run/walk event will be held Saturday, August 8 at 8 a.m. Athletes of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to participate.
Early registration is now underway online at Midwestevents. com. Early registration cost is $15 until June 6; after that date and through August 6. Race day registration will be $25.
Come out and set a new course record—or go for a pleasant stroll through the woods, but remember to stay for the parade!