Land Use & Planning

Land Use & Planning
How updated, improved rules protect the metro Mississippi

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A celebration of Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area rule reform — one of the greatest accomplishments for the river since FMR's founding. Read more
Robinson's Rocks
Tell the St. Paul City Council to request a full cleanup of Area C

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A partial cleanup isn't enough. If you're a St. Paul resident, you can help urge the city council to support a full cleanup request. Read more
The paved lot atop Ford Area C seen from a drone.
Mining company abandons proposed project in Mississippi riverbed

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FMR advocates helped turn the tide against this damaging proposal in Cottage Grove, which faced both widespread public opposition and a lawsuit. Read more
The river with islands in the distance near the site of the now-abandoned mine proposal.
Advocates rally for Ford hazardous waste cleanup

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At a recent community meeting, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency said that it doesn't believe it can require Ford to fully remove its riverfront hazardous waste dump in St. Paul. FMR, elected officials and River Guardians disagree. Read more
Ford Area C rally
Ford Area C dumpsite cleanup rally & meeting

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Join us to rally (5:45 p.m.) and join the community meeting (6:30-8:30 p.m.) hosted by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency as we advocate for a full clean-up of the hazardous waste dump on the riverfront north of Hidden Falls Park in St. Paul. Read more
Ford Area C map: on river between Minnehaha Falls Park and Hidden Falls Park
Time to weigh in: Ford Area C cleanup plan enters public comment period

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The Ford Area C Feasibility Study is open for public comment through Feb. 3 — the last chance we have to advocate for a full cleanup of Ford Area C in St. Paul. Here's how. Read more
Ford Area C in winter
How the metro riverfront gained strong, cohesive protections

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The story of one of the most far-reaching accomplishments for the river since FMR’s founding: riverfront rules all along the metro Mississippi to protect its scenic, cultural and ecological value. Read more
Robinson's Rocks on the river

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Upcoming Events

Saturday, April 18, 2026 - 9:30am to 12:00pm
West River Parkway and 36th Street/44th Street, Minneapolis
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Large oak forest in Hampton, Dakota County