Minn. R., Part 6115.0940

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 51, June 17, 2024

Part 6115.0940 - GOALS FOR LAKE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS

Proposals for the establishment of lake improvement districts shall be evaluated according to the degree to which they promote the following goals:

A. lake protection and rehabilitation;

B. protection and enhancement of environmental values by preventing degradation of fish and wildlife habitat, surface and ground water quality, natural beauty and unique scientific values, recreational values, and the quality of life generally;

C. preservation of the public rights in the public waters of the state and to provide the public use of the lake consistent with the preservation of environmental values;

D. ensuring local involvement in the project and a commitment to future lake management;

E. conformity with federal, state, regional, and local laws, rules, and water and related land management policies; and

F. fair and objective resolution of conflicts between competing lake related interests in and around the district.

Minn. R., Part 6115.0940

Statutory Authority: MS s 378.41