Land Use & Planning

Land Use & Planning
Ford Area C: The overlooked toxic waste dump along the river

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Did you know that Ford Motor Company owns a hazardous waste dump right on the river's edge in the middle of St. Paul? FMR has been a longtime advocate for cleaning up this site. Join us to take action. Read more
What's going on with Twin Cities locks and dams?

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Learn why we support keeping one lock, but look forward to exploring the potential removal of two local locks and dams, and sign up to receive updates. Read more
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Changing climate, changing river

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How will climate change affect our river, and what can we do about it? Read more
Flooded river at Harriet Island
Is the proposed riverbed mine in Cottage Grove legal?

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What's next for the proposed mine in — yes, in — the Mississippi River backwaters near Grey Cloud Island? Read more
View from Pine Bend Bluffs of Mississippi River and Grey Cloud Island
4 years overdue: When will St. Paul adopt its riverfront rules?

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St. Paul was supposed to adopt a new Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area ordinance to guide riverfront development by January 2021. Four years later, the process has stalled and city leaders won't share why. Read more
St. Paul downtown riverfront in winter
Mining the riverbed? An unusual proposal being considered in Cottage Grove

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Mining company Holcim is proposing a mining operation directly in the riverbed in Cottage Grove. This might be the best option for the multinational company's bottom line, but it may not be the best for our community or the river. Read more
River with islands in the distance
The latest on the Twin Cities' lock and dam studies

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The Army Corps of Engineers' study about the future of two Mississippi River locks and dams continues to move ahead — slowly. FMR and our partners are still busy with research, engagement and advocacy to bring the right information to the table. Read more
People look out at Ford Dam

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