River Corridor Land Use and Development Blog

As more cities move to embrace the river and capitalize on its exceptional value, FMR works within metro river communities to ensure that public access, scenic views, historic preservation and environmental quality are respected.

Here are the park plans and developments that our river corridor team has its eye on. Learn more about the program, how we evaluate development plans and all the places we work.

Development and land use updates are also shared on social (Facebook and Twitter) and in FMR's Mississippi Messages newsletter.

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Sign the petition: It's time for MN to salt smart for the river

March 14, 2022

Salt pollution is a serious issue for our waters. Sign the petition to let legislators know that you support both safe communities and a healthier river. >>

Action alert: Oppose bills that would undermine aquifers and the MN Environmental Rights Act

by Trevor Russell

March 14, 2022

A pair of bills have been introduced in the Legislature that could undermine local aquifer levels and undercut one of Minnesota’s bedrock environmental laws: the Minnesota Environmental Rights... Read more

Meet five new FMR restoration sites

March 13, 2022

Our ecologists actively restore and maintain habitat at more than 30 sites across the metro region. But we're always looking for additional projects that can support wildlife, protect our water and... Read more

Bipartisan momentum builds for clean-water crops

by Peter LaFontaine

March 11, 2022

Two bills proposing investments in clean-water crops are already making their way through important committees at the Legislature with support from both sides of the aisle. >>