Implement an existing TMDL implementation plan.
Best Practice of this action
Rating Guideline
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Convene on a regular basis all entities that have been assigned waste load allocations (for point and non-point pollution sources) to coordinate action on reducing waste loads. |
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Work with all entities to jointly raise money, fund work and measure progress. |
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Schedule work aimed at completing the TMDL plan within 10 years. |
Resources
- Clean Water Partnership loan funds at 0% interest are available on an ongoing basis from the MPCA for city installation of, or reloaning to others for, green infrastructure and other types of projects that are called for in TMDLs, WRAPS, and/or local water plans.
- The cities of Rochester, Woodbury and Lake Crystal have installed innovative water cleansing techniques such as floating biotreatment islands.
- TMDL (total maximum daily load) allocations for pollutants are being established for specific water bodies in the state. Cities that hold an MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) permit will have TMDL attainment written into their permit when it is up for review and renewal.
Order Number
6