Photo: ACD's action wheel, identifying keystone endeavors for each of the foundational natural resources.
ACD has several keystone endeavors for each of the identified foundational natural resources: Surface Water, Ecological Resources, Groundwater, Soils, and Community and Operations. As we make progress on these endeavors, we have a lasting positive impact on the quality of life in Anoka County.
- Clean, plentiful water for drinking and other uses
- Access to abundant high-quality outdoor recreation
- Clean lakes and rivers
- Full, but not overflowing, surface waters
- Sustained diversity of plants and animals
- Healthy functioning ecosystems
- An engaged and invested public
- Productive working lands
- Vibrant local economy