West Lakeland Township
Minnesota
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Welcome to West Lakeland Township West Lakeland is an urban township organized in July of 1950 and is located along the St. Croix River in east central Washington County. We are located off of the north side of the I-94 corridor. We are a decentralized community with a unique lifestyle enjoyed by our residents. Living in West Lakeland Township allows the area residents to enjoy the benefits of a rural community close to an urban center, without costly public services. Older homes, characteristic of the St. Croix Valley, still remain in the area. The residents and farms of our Township, and neighboring communities, have contributed much to the unobstructed lifestyle of the Township which we enjoy today.
__________________________________________________________________________ PLANNING COMMISSION SEEKING APPLICANTS TO FILL VACANCY West Lakeland Township is seeking interested residents to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission to serve a three-year term, beginning January 2026. The Planning Commission is a volunteer advisory board responsible for reviewing land use applications, zoning and subdivision proposals, and providing recommendations to the Township Board of Supervisors. Members help guide the future growth and development of the township in accordance with local ordinances and the comprehensive plan. No prior experience is required but a willingness to learn and a commitment to community service. Minimum Requirements:
Background in planning, engineering, architecture, construction, environmental studies, or related fields (not required) To Apply: Please send your resume to Town Clerk Carrie Seifert no later than November 19, 2025. ___________________________________________________________________________ Township ROW Mowing and Invasive Species Control Update West Lakeland Township and its contractor continue to work hard to control and eradicate invasive species throughout our township. Mowing in the right-of-way will continue throughout the year to target all the invasives, particularly Wild Parsnips, with the addition of selective herbicide treatments in spots the mowing equipment can’t reach or safely mow. Spotted Knapweed has in recent years become a bigger problem in the grasslands and prairie areas throughout the township and without proper maintenance will soon overtake the native species that are critical to maintaining our native ecosystem. Our contractor has been working with Washington County discussing the possibility of using biological control in select areas with the combination of Seedhead and Root Weevils. This has been shown to be cost effective and successful at greatly reducing infestations. The bioagents have been tested extensively to ensure that they will only feed on targeted weeds. State statue 18.771 requires all municipalities and landowners to control or eradicate invasive species on their lands. If you wish to not have your right-of-way mowed, you must maintain at least 4 feet from the curb to a height of no more than 6 inches and control all invasives. If the right of way is not maintained or invasives are present, it will be mowed or treated. A complete list of controlled, eradicated, and prohibited invasive species can be found on the Minnesota Department of Agriculture website at www.mda.state.mn.us/plants-insects/noxious-invasive-weeds If you have any questions, please contact the Weed Inspector, John Buelow at 651-436-248-0682 or john.buelow@westlakeland.govoffice2.com ___________________________________________________________________________________ 2025 Street Improvements Project West Lakeland Township awarded a contract to Minnesota Paving and Materials for the 2025 Street Improvements Project, which includes construction on over 8 miles of roadway. This road work is well underway. For a project overview, schedule and periodic updates, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/WLT2025Streets ____________________________________________________________ How to File a Noise Complaint with the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) If you would like to file an Aircraft noise complaint to the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), please complete MAC's Noise Complaint Form. ____________________________________________________________________
Well Water Testing The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is primarily responsible for monitoring PFAS in our area. If your well has not already been sampled, click here to make a request or call the MPCA directly at 651-296-6300. You will be contacted based on your location compared to the current sampling areas. Thank you for your patience as the MPCA continues to work through a high volume of requests. Refer to this Interactive Plume Map to view the areas where PFAS sampling is taking place. More detailed information can be found on our Groundwater Contamination tab.
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