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Fergus Falls sets May 13 public hearing to update wellhead protection plan

City of Fergus Falls, Committee of the Whole · April 29, 2026

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Summary

The committee set a public hearing for May 13 to begin a statutorily required 10‑year update of the city's wellhead protection plan, which addresses abandoned wells, septic systems and other potential groundwater contamination sources.

The Committee of the Whole voted to set a public hearing on May 13 at 7:00 a.m. in city council chambers to begin the 10‑year update of the city’s wellhead protection plan.

Len Taylor explained the plan protects groundwater that feeds municipal wells by examining potential contamination sources such as abandoned wells, septic systems, fertilizer storage and feedlots. The current plan was implemented in 2017 and state rules require updates on a ten‑year cycle. Taylor said the hearing will kick off the update process for the 2027 plan.

The committee approved the motion by voice vote during the meeting. Staff indicated the hearing is a necessary step in the plan update process and will include opportunities for public comment.