Wendy Durrwachter

Protective designation of 1,500 acres of former tax-forfeited land

Backed by a $900,000 federal grant secured in 2020; no new cost to taxpayers in this resolution.

Minnesota Power franchise fee increase for climate funding

The franchise includes a fee structure summarized in the staff's franchise fee document.

2026 Prescribed Burn Program

Citywide Forest Management Plan

Long-term tree planting and maintenance costs aren't yet spelled out, but forest management plans typically drive future budget requests.

Duluth Heritage Sports Center contamination cleanup

Grant funding would offset cleanup costs; the award amount was not stated.

NRC Public Visibility

Timber permit extension bill SF4962

stormwater fee lawsuit

Your stormwater bill could go down—or the city could have to plug a budget hole that hits you through taxes, fees, or delayed repairs.

Coal purchase for Duluth Energy Systems

$202,920 for 2,000 tons of coal.

Magney-Snively Natural Area plan update

Leicester Amity Hawk Ridge natural area designation

Nonprofit partners are covering restoration and rehabilitation costs, easing the burden on the city.

water conservation request

For most households, the direct cost is small—maybe a lower water bill—but tougher restrictions could add expenses for landscaping and water-intensive businesses.

Sustainability officer posting and Transportation Commission

environmental fine for water release

The fine and any cleanup or restoration costs could land on Duluth water ratepayers or the city budget.

stormwater litigation

Depending on the ruling, Duluth could face new legal costs or be forced to reprioritize spending on stormwater repairs—costs that may ultimately land on ratepayers or taxpayers.

Strategic lands conservation completion

Included a $900,000 federal grant from 2020 and reduced-cost county land transfers.

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT FROM THE U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $105,000 TO SUPPORT PLACE-BASED ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION FOR YOUTH AT HARTLEY NATURE CENTER.

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH HARTLEY NATURE CENTER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $105,000 TO SUPPORT PLACE-BASED ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION FOR YOUTH.