News By Category: Surface Water Management
Sweeney Lake Water Quality Improvement Project Set To Begin Oct 26
October 20, 2020
The Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission’s (BCWMC) Sweeney Lake Water Quality Improvement Project is scheduled to begin Oct 26 and will take up to 5 days, weather dependent. 
Share Your Thoughts On The SEA School-Wildwood Park Flood Reduction Study Planning-Level Concepts
September 17, 2020
After gathering feedback from the SEA School-Wildwood Park Flood Reduction Study virtual open house in June 2020, the City created three concept plans for potential flood storage in the SEA School/Wildwood Park area. Now residents are ask to share feedback on the concepts.
Learn To Detect And Prevent Aquatic Invasive Species At July 23 Training
July 13, 2019
Learn to detect and prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) at an upcoming training session July 23 in Plymouth.
Help Clear Neighborhood Catch Basins To Prevent Localized Flooding
March 12, 2019
The heavy snowfall this winter, combined with warmer temperatures and rain in the forecast, has resulted in an increased concern for potential springtime flooding throughout Minnesota. The City of Golden Valley is taking measures to be prepared, with crews working overtime to clear the City’s 3,000 catch basins of snow and ice to help manage snowmelt runoff and prevent flooding.
City Taking Comments On DeCola Ponds B & C Improvement Project Environmental Assessment Worksheet
December 28, 2018
The City of Golden Valley is now taking public comments on the Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) for its DeCola Ponds B & C Improvement Project, which will reduce flooding and improve water quality through expanding existing stormwater ponds.
City To Host April 11 Open House About Options For DeCola Ponds Flood Mitigation
April 3, 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
January 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
November 9, 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
April 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
October 7, 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.
