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Minnesota Erosion Control Association

MECA Scholarship Applications Now Open

MECA is now accepting applications for the 2026 Scholarship Program. Students pursuing studies related to stormwater, erosion control, environmental science, or natural resources are encouraged to apply.

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Now Accepting Board Nominations

MECA is seeking candidates for three open Board of Directors positions, each serving a three‑year term (Feb 2026–Jan 2029). If you’re passionate about stormwater management, erosion control, and community leadership, consider submitting a nomination by December 1, 2026.

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Stormwater Permits

MPCA Industrial Stormwater General Permit Application Service Ready

Industrial Stormwater General Permit Holders

The MPCA is now ready to accept applications for coverage under the 2025 Multi-sector General Permit (MSGP) for Industrial Stormwater. All industrial facilities who have been operating under the 2020 issuance of the MSGP must now log in to e-Services and complete an application to continue coverage. All previously held ISW general permits will be considered expired at the end of August 2026.

A copy of the 2025 Multi-sector General Permit for Industrial Stormwater can be found on the MPCA website.

No Exposure Certifiers

All No Exposure certifications in Minnesota are expired. Regardless of when your facility last applied for the No Exposure certification, if you want to maintain the No Exposure status of your facility, you must now apply in e-Services.

Please see the following links for assistance in the application process.
eServices online portal: https://rsp.pca.state.mn.us/TEMPO_RSP/Orchestrate.do?initiate=true 
ISW application guidance: https://www.pca.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/wq-strm3-105a.pdf

 

MS4 Permit Reissuance Update

The MS4 Permit public comment period started October 19th and will run through November 19th.

There are additional details regarding comments that the MPCA has received on their MS4 General Permit website

The comment period goes by quickly with limited time to discuss comments.

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