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One Watershed, One Plan Resources

The One Watershed, One Plan program offers planning resources and staff support for groups working together to develop comprehensive watershed management plans.  These resources are intended to support the board-adopted policies. Contact a BWSR staff person (maps below in the "external links" section) for more information. 

Program Videos

Learn about the One Watershed, One Plan program with videos that introduce and explore the concepts around watershed-based planning.

Financial Management

This chapter was developed to provide guidance for a uniform system of budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting for the soil and water conservation districts (SWCDs) in Minnesota to aid in preparing financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). As of its release date, the chapter represents best practices for SWCDs which have been identified by stakeholders across the state. BWSR does not provide accounting or legal advice. Please consult with your accountant or legal counsel for further information.

Metro Update

Within the seven county metropolitan area, watershed districts and water management organizations must develop and revise their watershed management plans every ten years. The guidance and templates on this page will help you with the process.

RIM Easement Vegetation Enhancement Program

Overview

In 2023, BWSR received $4 million from the General Fund for the purpose of enhancing existing RIM easements. Enhancements are for the purpose of climate resiliency, adaptation, and carbon sequestration and include but are not limited to increasing biodiversity and mitigating the effects of rainfall and runoff events. These funds will be divided evenly between Wetland and Vegetation Enhancements. All information on this page refers to Vegetation Enhancements. This funding is linked to Minnesota’s Climate Action Framework.