Summer 2020: Communities began collaborating on Regional Sewer District efforts
A new regional sanitary sewer district formed by the cities of Goodhue, Pine Island, Wanamingo, and Zumbrota, along with the Prairie Island Indian Community.
Set to be built near the City of Zumbrota, this project is estimated to save more than $500,000 per year in operation and maintenance costs.
The North Zumbro Sanitary District brings together the cities of Goodhue, Pine Island, Wanamingo, and Zumbrota, along with the Prairie Island Indian Community, to create a regional wastewater solution.
A new treatment facility near Zumbrota, along with strategically placed lift stations and piping along MnDOT and county rights-of-way, will efficiently connect all participating communities—improving service, reducing costs, and enhancing water quality in the Zumbro River.
Summer 2020: Communities began collaborating on Regional Sewer District efforts
March/April 2021: Communities passed resolutions of support for District and authorized Feasibility Study
2021 Fall: Prairie Island Indian Community announced support for the project
May 2023: Bonding Bill was passed by Legislature, Governor approval on June 1 - $10M Appropriation
Summer 2023: Communities entered into a Joint Powers Agreement and initiated land acquisition process
March 2024: Submitted facility plans to MPCA for approval
September/October 2024: Received approval of facilities plans
Elizabeth Howard
Executive Committee Chairperson
City of Pine Island
Elizabeth.Howard@ci.pineisland.mn.us
507-356-4591
Continue to support North Zumbro Sanitary District’s proposed Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility!
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