News By Category: Surface Water Management
City To Host April 11 Open House About Options For DeCola Ponds Flood Mitigation
04-03-2018
The City of Golden Valley will host an open house April 11, 5 to 7:30 pm, at Golden Valley City Hall, to provide residents with information about options for flood mitigation in the DeCola Ponds area. 
Pick Up After Your Pets, Even When It’s Cold
01-11-2018
When it’s cold and the ground is covered in snow, it can be tempting to leave your pet’s waste behind, but this habit leads to an unsightly, environmental hazard come spring.
Winnetka Ave Weather Station Helps City Monitor Pavement Conditions
11-09-2017
At the end of October, the City installed road sensors and cameras on Winnetka Ave south of Hwy 55, one in the northbound lane and one in the southbound. This technology will help City crews respond to changing pavement conditions more proficiently while reducing environmental impacts.
Metro Blooms Presents “Creating Weather Resilient Yards” Workshop May 4
04-24-2017
Learn how to create a weather resilient yard Thursday, May 4, 6-9 pm, at a workshop presented by Metro Blooms and sponsored by the West Metro Watershed Alliance and the Cities of Golden Valley, Crystal, New Hope, and Robbinsdale. The workshop will be at the Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr N, Crystal.
Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission Recognizes Golden Valley Volunteers
10-07-2015
Four Golden Valley citizens were among 10 volunteers recently recognized by the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission (BCWMC) for their hard work in helping the BCWMC achieve its mission: “Stewardship of water resources to protect and enhance our communities.” They include Jonathan Burris, Shanna Hanson, Linda Loomis, and Cara Rickenberg.
Bassett Creek Restoration Project Open House Is Jan 8
12-23-2014
The City of Golden Valley is hosting an informal open house meeting Thursday, January 8, 2015, to discuss proposed improvements to properties that are part of the 2015 Bassett Creek Restoration Project. The project is scheduled for construction in late 2015.
Volunteers Are Vital Resources In The Bassett Creek Watershed
10-22-2014
Nearly all of Golden Valley’s storm water runoff drains into Bassett Creek, making it an important community asset. The Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission (BCWMC), which manages the watershed, applauds its volunteers for dedicating their time and skills to helping the Commission achieve its mission.
MPCA Removes Wirth Lake From State’s Impaired Waters List
07-08-2014
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has removed Wirth Lake in Golden Valley from the state’s Impaired Waters List and has submitted the action, termed “delisting,” to the United States Environmental Protection Agency for final approval. Wirth Lake has been on the list since 2002 due to excess nutrients, specifically phosphorous.
National Flood Awareness Week Is A Good Time To Assess Your Flood Risk
03-21-2014
Many Golden Valley residents are already prepared for potential flooding. Those with homes near a flood plain have likely flood-proofed their homes and purchased flood insurance, protecting themselves from costly damage. If you don’t know if your home or business is at risk for flooding and how to take action to prevent flood damage, now is a good time to find out.
When De-Icing Your Walkways, Be Mindful Of Our Waterways
12-05-2013
An icy surface turns walking into a hazard, so naturally people do what they can to melt away the slick onslaught of winter.
When people use salt to melt ice and spread sand to create better traction, they may not realize it can have harmful environmental effects if washed into storm sewers and then into streams and lakes. Metro area waters have become increasingly salty since the early 1950s, and chloride is the culprit.**
