Created by the Minnesota Legislature in 2005, the 18-member Metropolitan Area Water Supply Advisory Committee (MAWSAC) looks at the big picture of water supply over the long term, building on the capable planning and investments of local water suppliers. In 2015, legislation expanded the membership of MAWSAC and created a Technical Advisory Committee to advise MAWSAC.
The Metropolitan Council must submit reports to the legislature regarding its findings, recommendations, and continuing planning activities. These reports shall be included in the "Minnesota Water Plan" required in 2015 Minn. Stat. 103B.151, and five-year interim reports may be provided as necessary.