The purpose of this project is to provide a new shared position in southeast Minnesota which will accelerate the adoption of soil health practices by leveraging the existing efforts of the National Resources Conservation Service and other organizations.
The Somali Museum of Minnesota will curate and present two new monthly series of public programs designed to amplify, celebrate, and preserve Somali culture. The first series will be gallery-based and draw from the museum’s collection to offer Somali language, cultural and history instruction targeted to Somali families and school age youth. The second series, designed for a broader audience, will present artist talks and demonstrations, dance performances, exhibitions, and poetry readings.
Conduct well survey, Develop wellhead protection information for newsletters, handouts and website; and contact tank property owners on placement and best management practices to prevent contamination of groundwater resources.
Monitor nitrate online and SCADA interface with alarm to avoid MCL exceedance and use aerators to mix source water to improve water quality. Purchase direct current batteries to use solar power for surface mixers to aid in algae reduction.