Amendment of Environmental Quality Board Rules, parts 4410.7010 - 7070
OAH Docket No. 6-2901-15394-1

Amendment of Environmental Quality Board Rules, parts 4410.7010 - 7070
OAH Docket No. 6-2901-15394-1

Amendment of Environmental Quality Board Rules, parts 4410.7010 - 7070
OAH Docket No. 6-2901-15394-1

The Minnesota Environmental Quality Board intends to amend environmental review rules relating to large electric power plants and high-voltage transmission lines in proceedings before the Public Utilities Commission, Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4410, and technical amendments to rules governing power plant siting and high-voltage transmission line routing, Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4400.

Eight of 10 Minnesotans fish, boat or participate in shoreland recreational activities, according to a survey conducted by the University of Minnesota Center for Survey Research. Almost all of the respondents are satisfied with their water-related outdoor recreation, but more respondents perceive water quality declining than improving. Most shoreland

In this report to Governor Arne H. Carlson, the 30 members of the Minnesota Round Table on Sustainable Development invite Minnesotans to consider a new path to progress. Sustainable development ties together the well-being of people and communities, the health and diversity of the environment and the economy, and the quality of life for future generations.

Among the Round Table's chief proposals:

The Minnesota Environmental Quality Board today awarded grants totaling $45,000 to four Minnesota communities for sustainable development planning. The grant program is part of Minnesota’s Sustainable Development Initiative aimed at improving the economy while preserving the environment. Created by Governor Arne H. Carlson in 1993, the Sustainable Development Initiative encourages partnerships between businesses, governments and communities for better environmental results.

"Minnesota serves as a national model for sustainable development," said Governor Carlson.