ENRTF ID: 256-FH Project Title: Integrating Water Storage, Conservation Targeting and Civic Involvement Category: H. Proposals seeking $200,000 or less in funding Sub-Category: F. Methods to Protect, Restore, and Enhance Land, Water, and Habitat Summary: This project focuses on improving water quality and mitigating the impacts from hydrological modifications by engaging community members, supporting partnerships and promoting water storage and targeted conservation practices. Total Project Budget: $ 195,232 Proposed Project Time Period for the Funding Requested: June 30, 2023 (3 yrs) Name: Kimberly Musser Sponsoring Organization: Minnesota State University, Mankato -Water Resources Center Job Title: Associate Director Department: CSET Address: 135 Trafton Science Center South, MSU-Mankato Mankato MN 56001 Telephone Number: (507) 389-5492 Email kimberly.musser@mnsu.edu Location: Statewide Alternate Text for Visual: Raising awareness about water storage through forums and field trips. Supporting and promoting citizen-led solutions to water quality problems through sub-watershed planning and conservation targeting.