Contact Information
- 130 State Capitol
- 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
- St. Paul, MN 55155
- Phone: 651-201-3400
- Fax: 651-797-1850
- Visit Website
Most of us are well aware that the Governor has the power to protect Minnesota’s outdoors through his signature or veto. Just as important are his choices for commissioners. The Department of Natural Resources, and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency are the two that first come to mind, but his appointments to BWSR (Board of Water and Soil Resource), the Public Utilities Commission, and many other boards can also make an impact on our natural heritage and reflect his position towards conservation and the environment.
Another very important role he plays is in the creation of his annual budget. This set of documents sets the framework for the Legislature’s budget discussions and is an indication of how our state’s lakes, rivers, parks, and wetlands are going to fare in the near future. Numerous programs that clean up our waters, protect our wildlife, and maintain our parks and trails are funded by the state. Often the Governor becomes Minnesota’s last line of defense against bills that would harm our way of life.
The Governor In The News
Clean water stuck in a Legislative mess
The disconnect on natural resource issues between many of the state’s legislators, including some DFLers, and the public at large is, and has long been, obvious.Continue reading
What got done, what didn’t, what’s next
On Monday, legislators ended the year’s regular session, leaving some of those ideas completed and in laws, others not and some in limbo as Gov. Mark Dayton decides whether to sign bills that have been delivered to him.Continue reading
Water issues transcend partisan rancor at state capitol, kind of
Clean water needs are a top priority for legislatorsContinue reading
Rep. Torkelson expects to see bonding bill this year
Rep. Torkelson expects to see bonding bill this yearContinue reading
Our View: Action needed to protect our water
Whether for drinking or recreation, maintaining access to clean water is crucial for the state.Continue reading
Bonding for land acquisition should be a high priority
Why it matters: Conservation land is being lost rapidly in Minnesota; the state needs to permanently protect more.Continue reading
Habitat bonding protects water and pollinators
The pheasant plan is getting actionContinue reading
DFL leaders: Here are our goals for this year’s legislative session
State leaders pledge to make clean water a priority in this year’s legislative session.Continue reading
Governor issues challenges in State of the State address
State of the State includes water quality challengeContinue reading
Minnesota summit produces ideas for clean water
Over 800 people attended the Governor’s Clean Water Summit last weekend. Will the talk be followed by action?Continue reading
