MN HF3067

Shortened the timeframe for watershed management organizations to hold public hearings on draft plans from 30-45 days after the 60-day review period to no later than 14 days after the review period.

Reduced the timeframe for watershed management organizations to respond in writing to concerns from review agencies from within 30 days of receipt to at least ten days before the public hearing.

Changed the review process by eliminating the separate subdivision 8 review step and consolidating it into subdivisions 7 and 9, streamlining the approval workflow.

Maintained the Board of Water and Soil Resources' authority to make final decisions on capital improvement program disputes between counties, with decisions binding on the organization and counties involved.

Required the Board of Water and Soil Resources to complete its final review within 90 days of receiving submitted plans and related documentation.