AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMinnesota DNR: The agency is recruiting for multiple advisory groups, including fisheries work groups, the Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee, Lake of the Woods input, Natural Heritage, parks and trails, aquatic invasive species, and a recruit/retain/reactivate council—applications open as DNR says public input is essential. Waterfowl habitat: DNR says Marsh Lake and connected Lac qui Parle will be managed with lower water and refreshed vegetation for the upcoming hunting season, but hunters should plan for changed footing and boat risks. Local governance: Winona has a packed slate of September meetings, including a Citizens Environmental Quality Committee session and multiple planning and heritage items. Energy infrastructure: Swift County residents may soon see survey crews for a planned 345-kilovolt transmission line from Big Stone City to Alexandria, with environmental and geotechnical work tied to easement acquisition. Clean energy financing: A Minneapolis-based nonprofit clean energy loan program is offering small-business funding for efficiency and solar/EV upgrades, with technical help and rebates support. Food safety: A nationwide recall of nearly 2,000 pounds of frozen raw pet food was issued after salmonella and listeria were found.
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