Natural Resources Master Plan

The Natural Resources Master Plan (NRMP) is intended to be a high-level guiding document focused on three main goals: improving habitat, protecting Minnetonka's community forest, and engaging the public in those efforts. Chapter 1 of the plan includes an introduction along with draft goals and objectives. Please review the draft goals and objectives and provide your comments and feedback. We welcome your input!

Learn more about the natural history and current conditions of Minnetonka by reviewing the maps and information provided in Chapter 2, summarized below. A complete draft of Chapter 2, with more information and maps, can be found in the Draft Document Library on the main page. 

Minnetonka has addressed natural resources issues for decades through land preservation, natural area restoration, and protection ordinances and policies. The city has also created a Natural Resources Division with staff fully dedicated to natural resources management. However there are continued stressors that impact our resources now and in the future. Addressing these stressors helps mitigate impacts to habitat and the community forest. Below is a summary of issues and opportunities related to natural resources throughout the city. A complete draft of Chapter 3 can be found in the Draft Document Library on the main page.

Chapter 4 of the draft plan identifies management strategies for addressing natural resources issues and achieving plan goals. The chapter has been divided into individual sections for ease of reading. A complete draft document of each section can be found in the Draft Document LIbrary on the main page, along with supporting appendices. After reading through, please use the questions below to provide your comments and feedback. Your input will be taken into consideration as we work to finalize the plan.