103B.201 METROPOLITAN WATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM; PURPOSE.
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103B.201 METROPOLITAN WATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM; PURPOSE.
The purposes of the water management programs required by sections 103B.205 to 103B.255 are to:
(1)protect, preserve, and use natural surface water and groundwater storage and retention systems;
(2)minimize public capital expenditures needed to correct flooding and water quality problems;
(3)identify and plan for means to effectively protect and improve surface water and groundwater quality;
(4)establish more uniform local policies and official controls for surface water and groundwater management;
(5)prevent erosion of soil into surface water systems;
(6)promote groundwater recharge;
(7)protect and enhance fish and wildlife habitat and water recreational facilities; and
(8)secure the other benefits associated with the proper management of surface water and groundwater.