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April 30, 2026

A New Look for MWMO and a Clearer Path Forward

MWMO has a new look and a clearer way to tell our story. If things look a little different today, you’re not imagining it. You’ll see a refreshed logo, updated visuals, and a more consistent voice across our website, newsletter, social media, and out in the...

Runoff gushes from a stormwater outfall in the Mississippi River Gorge.

MWMO March Newsletter – News, Yard Care Tips, Upcoming Events and More

In This Issue: Early Spring Yard Care, New MWMO Board Officers, Action Grant Awards, Adopt-a-Drain Kits and More Read Full Newsletter
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Permeable paver parking lot installation at Children's Dental Services.

MWMO Awards Funding for Five New Action Grants

Grantees Include African Development Center, FamilyWise, First Lutheran Church of Columbia Heights, Neighborhood Development Center, and Friends of the Mississippi River (PDF Version) MINNEAPOLIS — The Mississippi Watershed Management Organization […]
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A coffee mug filled with blue salt granules.

MWMO Newsletter – February 2022 – News, Events, Employment Opportunities and More

In This Issue: Smart Salting Legislation, Internship Opportunities, Events, Grant Opportunities, and More Read Full Newsletter
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Abby Moore testifying at a Minnesota Senate committee hearing.

MWMO Supports Bipartisan Smart Salting Legislation

A long-awaited smart salting bill appears to be moving forward with bipartisan support in the Minnesota Legislature. On Feb. 16, Mississippi Watershed Management Organization staff testified in support of HF2908/SF2768 […]
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The Lowry Avenue Bridge towers over an icy Mississippi River.

MWMO Newsletter – January 2022 – News, Project Updates, Grant Opportunities, and More

In This Issue: MWMO Leadership Changes; New Capital Projects; 10-Year Plan Update; Green Team and More Read Full Newsletter
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MWMO sign sculpture at night.

MWMO Executive Director Doug Snyder Announces Retirement

Former Board Chair Kevin Reich Appointed Interim Executive Director as Search Begins for Permanent Replacement (PDF Version) MINNEAPOLIS —Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO) Executive Director Doug Snyder will retire at […]
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Aerial view of 3030 Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis.

MWMO Awards Funding for Stormwater Reuse at Former Wells Fargo Site in Minneapolis

Rainwater Harvesting, Green Infrastructure Planned for Mixed-Use Affordable Housing Development Project (PDF Version) MINNEAPOLIS — The Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO) has awarded grant funding to Project for Pride in […]
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Stormwater street graphic showing projected pollutant reductions at Northrup King.

MWMO Newsletter – December 2021 – News, Project Updates, Grant Opportunities, Fall Yard Care and More

In This Issue: Year in Review; Snow and Ice Control; Northrup King Project; New Staff; Upcoming Events; and More Read Full Newsletter
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Planting pollinator seed mix at a solar array.

Pollinator-friendly Habitat Planted at West Bank Solar Array

[…] A community grant from the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO) made it possible for the University to receive the research equipment and additional seeds, and the University received consulting […]
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