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Council hears Sunrise River watershed group secured $221,375 grant for wetland restoration
Summary
A council member reported that the Sunrise River Water Management Organization secured a $221,375 grant to restore wetlands along a drainage ditch (ditch 20) to improve water quality for Typo and Martin lakes; the report noted anticipated budget changes over the 10‑year planning horizon.
A council member reported Jan. 13 that the Sunrise River Water Management Organization (WMO) secured a grant for $221,375 to restore wetlands along a section of the drainage system known as ditch 20.
The council member said the project will allow water to spread and settle, improving water quality flowing from ditch 20 to ditch 13 and then into Typo and Martin lakes, ultimately affecting downstream flows to the Sunrise River and the St. Croix River. The report noted the WMO is developing a 10‑year plan through 2029 and that budgets for the plan years may increase from current annual levels (roughly $50,000–$55,000) to about $60,000 in later years.
A council member asked for the WMO's grant plans to be shared with the full council so members could consider public outreach; the reporting council member agreed to circulate the materials. No council action was required or taken; the item was reported as part of council reports.
