The Vadnais Lake Area Water Management Organization (VLAWMO) has officially adopted a new Watershed Management Plan to guide its work from 2027-2036. This Plan is the result of robust community engagement and input, plus in-depth discussion with various local and statewide partners. 

The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) approved VLAWMO's 2027-2036 Watershed Management Plan (Plan) on April 22, 2026. VLAWMO's Board of Directors adopted the Plan on June 17, 2026. 

How was the Plan developed?

In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, the Plan was developed by VLAWMO staff and Board of Directors with input and review by the VLAWMO Technical Commission (TEC), interested watershed residents, community groups, and partner agencies and organizations. Staff extend their gratitude to all those who were involved in shaping this Plan, whether through surveys, online discussions, or in-person meetings. 

What is in the Plan?

The Watershed Management Plan was developed to help VLAWMO achieve its mission of protecting and enhancing the water resources in the Vadnais Lake Watershed. This is VLAWMO's fifth Plan, meaning it will build on the foundation of previous plans' goals and achievements, while evolving to meet the issues and goals of the decade ahead. 

This Plan was created to be useful for VLAWMO, its agency and local government partners, and its residents. It is meant to provide a guiding vision for the management of water and natural resources in the watershed from 2027-2036.