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Monday September 22

Division of Hearings and Appeals | Events | Permits

Contested Case Hearing Concerning DNR-25-0002 Enbridge Energy's Line 5 Segment Relocation Project in Ashland, Bayfield and Iron Counties

Start Date: 09/22/2025

End Date: 09/26/2025

Time: 9:00 a.m. - End of Agenda

Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information

Contact 

Division of Hearings and Appeals, 608-266-3865

Details 

On Nov. 14, 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Department) issued Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 to Enbridge Energy, LP (Enbridge). On Dec. 12, 2024, the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, by its attorneys, Earthjustice, and 350 Wisconsin, League of Women Voters of Wisconsin, and Sierra Club, by their attorneys Midwest Environmental Advocates and Clean Wisconsin, filed Petitions for a Contested Case Hearing with the DNR pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 227.42, 30.209, and 281.36(3q).

By letter dated Jan. 2, 2025, the Department granted the requests for a contested case hearing. The issues for hearing are the following:

(1) Whether activities authorized by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meet state requirements and wetland permitting standards under Wis. Stat. § 281.36(3n)(c) and Wis. Admin. Code Ch NR 103 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(2) Whether wetland compensatory mitigation required by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meets state wetland mitigation requirements under Wis. Stat. § 281.36(3r) and Wis. Admin. Code Ch. NR 350 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(3) Whether structures and deposits in navigable waters authorized by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meet state requirements and waterway permitting standards under Wis. Stat. § 30.12 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(4) Whether the removal of material from the beds of navigable waters authorized by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meets state requirements and waterway permitting
standards under Wis. Stat. § 30.20 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(5) Whether temporary clear span bridges authorized by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meet state requirements and waterway permitting standards under Wis. Stat. § 30.123 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(6) Whether activities authorized by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meet state water quality certification standards under Wis. Admin. Code § 299.04 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(7) Whether the Department’s Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) described the purpose of the proposed project and reasonable alternatives to the proposed project in accordance with Wis. Stat. § 1.11(2)(c)3. and Wis. Admin. Code §§ NR 150.30(2)(b) and (e).
(8) Whether the EIS contained a complete environmental analysis in accordance with Wis. Stat. § 1.11(2)(c) and Wis. Admin. Code §§ NR 150.30(2)(f), (g), and (h).
(9) Whether the construction activities proposed in the notice of intent meet the terms and conditions for coverage under the WPDES Construction Site Stormwater General Permit No. WI-S067831-6.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the State of Wisconsin Division of Hearings and Appeals will hold a contested case hearing commencing on Aug. 12, 2025, and continuing on Sept. 3, 2025, through Oct. 3, 2025, as needed. Proceedings will commence at 9:00 a.m. each day of hearing. The hearing shall be held in person as follows:

a. On Aug. 12, 2025 the hearing shall be held at the Northwood Technical College Conference Center, 2100 Beaser Avenue, Ashland, Wisconsin.
b. The hearing shall resume on Sept. 3 – 12, 2025 at the Hill Farms State Office Building, in Room S149, 4822 Madison Yards Way, Madison, Wisconsin.
c. The hearing shall resume on Sept. 15 – 19, 2025, at the Northwood Technical College Conference Center, 2100 Beaser Avenue, Ashland, Wisconsin.
d. The hearing shall resume on Sept. 22 – 26, 2025 at the Hill Farms State Office Building, in Room S149, 4822 Madison Yards Way, Madison, Wisconsin.
e. The hearing shall resume on Sept. 29 – Oct. 3, 2025, as needed, at the Hill Farms State Office Building, in Room S149, 4822 Madison Yards Way, Madison, Wisconsin.

To allow for public observation of the hearing in the two locations, the hearing will also be available by video and telephone via Microsoft Teams. To connect by video, use Microsoft Teams on the web or the Teams app, then enter the Meeting ID: 247 227 844 895 and passcode: aK6Bt7Ye. 

To connect by phone, dial 1-608-571-2209, and then enter the Meeting ID: 589 521165# when prompted. Witnesses shall testify in person, not by video or phone, unless agreed to by the parties or otherwise ordered by the ALJ.

Members of the public desiring to participate in this hearing pursuant to Wis. Admin. Code § NR 2.08 will be allowed the opportunity to do so at the beginning of the presentation of evidence. Such interested persons must enter an appearance either prior to or at the commencement of the contested case hearing on Aug. 12, 2025. Appearances may be entered in person or via Teams. Public statements shall then be heard in person on Aug. 12, 2025 in Ashland and on Sept. 3, 2025, in Madison. Information about the hearing may be found at the DNR Website and can also be requested from Susan Burns at 608-266-3865. Please monitor the DNR website for updates.

The hearing is a Class 1 contested case pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 227.01(3)(a), and the provisions of Wis. Stat. ch. 227 will apply. The procedures relating to contested cases set forth in Wis. Admin. Code ch. NR 2 will be followed. Said procedures will closely resemble those that are normally followed at a trial in State circuit court. All parties are advised that they have the right to seek the aid and assistance of legal counsel and to be represented by legal counsel at the contested case hearing.

The permit application and other information relating to this matter are on file and may be inspected and copied at the offices of the Department of Natural Resources, 101 South Webster Street, Madison, Wisconsin, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, holidays excepted. Copies of documents on file may be obtained by writing to the Department of Natural Resources, P.O. Box 7921, Madison, Wisconsin, 53707-7921. Reasonable costs will be charged for copies of all information excluding public notices and fact sheets.

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be made to any qualified individual upon request. Please call the Division of Hearings and Appeals at 608-266-3865 with specific information on your request prior to the date of the scheduled prehearing or hearing.
 

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2025-09-22T09:00:00 - 2025-09-26T17:00:00
Friday September 26

Urban Forestry Council | Urban Forests

Urban Forestry Council Meeting

Start Date: 09/26/2025

End Date: 09/26/2025

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Location: In-Person; See Details for Information

Contact 

Jenn Janness, Jennipher.Janness@wisconsin.gov or 715-815-7173

Details 

This is a quarterly meeting of the Urban Forestry Council.

Agenda

  • Introductions/Roll Call
  • Committee and Issue Group Updates
  • Lunch Break
  • Upcoming Biennial Report
  • DNR Leadership Updates

Event location:
Food + Farm Exploration Center
3400 Innovation Drive
Plover, WI 54467

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2025-09-26T10:30:00 - 2025-09-26T15:00:00
Monday September 29

Division of Hearings and Appeals | Events | Permits

Contested Case Hearing Concerning DNR-25-0002 Enbridge Energy's Line 5 Segment Relocation Project in Ashland, Bayfield and Iron Counties

Start Date: 09/29/2025

End Date: 10/03/2025

Time: 9:00 a.m. - End of Agenda

Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information

Contact 

Division of Hearings and Appeals, 608-266-3865

Details 

On Nov. 14, 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Department) issued Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 to Enbridge Energy, LP (Enbridge). On Dec. 12, 2024, the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, by its attorneys, Earthjustice, and 350 Wisconsin, League of Women Voters of Wisconsin, and Sierra Club, by their attorneys Midwest Environmental Advocates and Clean Wisconsin, filed Petitions for a Contested Case Hearing with the DNR pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 227.42, 30.209, and 281.36(3q).

By letter dated Jan. 2, 2025, the Department granted the requests for a contested case hearing. The issues for hearing are the following:

(1) Whether activities authorized by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meet state requirements and wetland permitting standards under Wis. Stat. § 281.36(3n)(c) and Wis. Admin. Code Ch NR 103 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(2) Whether wetland compensatory mitigation required by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meets state wetland mitigation requirements under Wis. Stat. § 281.36(3r) and Wis. Admin. Code Ch. NR 350 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(3) Whether structures and deposits in navigable waters authorized by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meet state requirements and waterway permitting standards under Wis. Stat. § 30.12 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(4) Whether the removal of material from the beds of navigable waters authorized by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meets state requirements and waterway permitting
standards under Wis. Stat. § 30.20 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(5) Whether temporary clear span bridges authorized by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meet state requirements and waterway permitting standards under Wis. Stat. § 30.123 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(6) Whether activities authorized by Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 meet state water quality certification standards under Wis. Admin. Code § 299.04 or whether additional or modified conditions are required.
(7) Whether the Department’s Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) described the purpose of the proposed project and reasonable alternatives to the proposed project in accordance with Wis. Stat. § 1.11(2)(c)3. and Wis. Admin. Code §§ NR 150.30(2)(b) and (e).
(8) Whether the EIS contained a complete environmental analysis in accordance with Wis. Stat. § 1.11(2)(c) and Wis. Admin. Code §§ NR 150.30(2)(f), (g), and (h).
(9) Whether the construction activities proposed in the notice of intent meet the terms and conditions for coverage under the WPDES Construction Site Stormwater General Permit No. WI-S067831-6.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the State of Wisconsin Division of Hearings and Appeals will hold a contested case hearing commencing on Aug. 12, 2025, and continuing on Sept. 3, 2025, through Oct. 3, 2025, as needed. Proceedings will commence at 9:00 a.m. each day of hearing. The hearing shall be held in person as follows:

a. On Aug. 12, 2025 the hearing shall be held at the Northwood Technical College Conference Center, 2100 Beaser Avenue, Ashland, Wisconsin.
b. The hearing shall resume on Sept. 3 – 12, 2025 at the Hill Farms State Office Building, in Room S149, 4822 Madison Yards Way, Madison, Wisconsin.
c. The hearing shall resume on Sept. 15 – 19, 2025, at the Northwood Technical College Conference Center, 2100 Beaser Avenue, Ashland, Wisconsin.
d. The hearing shall resume on Sept. 22 – 26, 2025 at the Hill Farms State Office Building, in Room S149, 4822 Madison Yards Way, Madison, Wisconsin.
e. The hearing shall resume on Sept. 29 – Oct. 3, 2025, as needed, at the Hill Farms State Office Building, in Room S149, 4822 Madison Yards Way, Madison, Wisconsin.

To allow for public observation of the hearing in the two locations, the hearing will also be available by video and telephone via Microsoft Teams. To connect by video, use Microsoft Teams on the web or the Teams app, then enter the Meeting ID: 247 227 844 895 and passcode: aK6Bt7Ye. 

To connect by phone, dial 1-608-571-2209, and then enter the Meeting ID: 589 521165# when prompted. Witnesses shall testify in person, not by video or phone, unless agreed to by the parties or otherwise ordered by the ALJ.

Members of the public desiring to participate in this hearing pursuant to Wis. Admin. Code § NR 2.08 will be allowed the opportunity to do so at the beginning of the presentation of evidence. Such interested persons must enter an appearance either prior to or at the commencement of the contested case hearing on Aug. 12, 2025. Appearances may be entered in person or via Teams. Public statements shall then be heard in person on Aug. 12, 2025 in Ashland and on Sept. 3, 2025, in Madison. Information about the hearing may be found at the DNR Website and can also be requested from Susan Burns at 608-266-3865. Please monitor the DNR website for updates.

The hearing is a Class 1 contested case pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 227.01(3)(a), and the provisions of Wis. Stat. ch. 227 will apply. The procedures relating to contested cases set forth in Wis. Admin. Code ch. NR 2 will be followed. Said procedures will closely resemble those that are normally followed at a trial in State circuit court. All parties are advised that they have the right to seek the aid and assistance of legal counsel and to be represented by legal counsel at the contested case hearing.

The permit application and other information relating to this matter are on file and may be inspected and copied at the offices of the Department of Natural Resources, 101 South Webster Street, Madison, Wisconsin, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, holidays excepted. Copies of documents on file may be obtained by writing to the Department of Natural Resources, P.O. Box 7921, Madison, Wisconsin, 53707-7921. Reasonable costs will be charged for copies of all information excluding public notices and fact sheets.

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be made to any qualified individual upon request. Please call the Division of Hearings and Appeals at 608-266-3865 with specific information on your request prior to the date of the scheduled prehearing or hearing.
 

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2025-09-29T09:00:00 - 2025-10-03T17:00:00
Tuesday September 30

Division of Public Safety and Resource Protection | Events | ATV

Public Hearing On LE-05-24, Relating To Ch. NR 64, And All-Terrain Vehicles

Start Date: 09/30/2025

End Date: 09/30/2025

Time: 1:00 p.m. - End of Agenda

Location: Virtual

Contact 

Sandra Smith-Loomans, Sandra.SmithLoomans@wisconsin.gov or 715-563-1416

Details 

This is a public hearing on a proposed rule, Board Order LE-05-24, relating to ch. NR 64, and All-Terrain Vehicles.

Registration is strongly encouraged if you plan to provide spoken comments during the hearing. To register, please save and complete the fillable appearance slip and submit it to Sandra Smith-Loomans at Sandra.SmithLoomans@wisconsin.gov.

Join online via Microsoft Teams.

Join via phone: 608-571-2209; 880124982#

You may also submit written comments on the rule to DNRAdministrativeRulesComments@wisconsin.gov by 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 14, 2025. Written comments will have the same weight and effect as spoken testimony presented at the hearing.

View the hearing notice, proposed rule and hearing appearance form on the DNR's website

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2025-09-30T13:00:00 - 2025-09-30T14:00:00
October 2025
Wednesday October 1

Wisconsin Council on Forestry | Forest Management

October Council on Forestry Meeting

Start Date: 10/01/2025

End Date: 10/01/2025

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.

Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information

Contact 

Abby Widell, Abby.Widell@wisconsin.gov

Details 

The Wisconsin Council on Forestry will meet to discuss: 

  • Red Pine and Oak Reforestation Initiative Update; Action Item: Approve Recommendations
  • Biennial Budget Update
  • Council Discussion on Budget Priorities
  • WEDC Update
  • Strategic Plan and Roadmap Update
  • Trees for Tomorrow Update
  • Mass Timber
  • State Forest Action Plan Highlights Report

A full agenda can be found on the Wisconsin Council on Forestry website

Register to attend this meeting via Zoom.

Join in-person:
Rhinelander DNR Service Center
Conference Room 1
107 Sutliff Avenue
Rhinelander, WI 54501

If you plan to attend the meeting in person, please contact Abby Widell at Abby.Widell@wisconsin.gov by Monday, Sept. 29. 

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2025-10-01T09:00:00 - 2025-10-01T15:55:00
Wednesday October 1

Department of Natural Resources | Events |

Beaver Management Plan Committee Meeting

Start Date: 10/01/2025

End Date: 01/21/2026

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information

Contact 

Shawn Rossler, Shawn.Rossler@wisconsin.gov or 608-225-2663

Details 

The first meeting of the department's Beaver Management Plan Committee. The committee will discuss the current beaver management plan and a potential list of issues to be considered within a new plan. 

Join in person:
McMillian Memorial Library
490 East Grand Ave.
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494.

A virtual option is available. Please contact Shawn Rossler at Shawn.Rossler@wisconsin.gov for the virtual meeting link.

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2025-10-01T10:00:00 - 2026-01-21T16:00:00
Wednesday October 1

Wildlife Management | Events |

Wildlife Rehabilitation Advisory Committee

Start Date: 10/01/2025

End Date: 10/01/2025

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location: Virtual

Contact 

Jenna Fastner, Jenna.Fastner@wisconsin.gov or 715-894-7181

Details 

The Wildlife Rehabilitation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss wildlife rehabilitation in Wisconsin. 

The agenda will be provided when available.

Join online via Microsoft Teams

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2025-10-01T13:00:00 - 2025-10-01T16:00:00
Thursday October 2

Preliminary Public Hearing on a Statement of Scope SS 041-25 (NH-04-25)

Start Date: 10/02/2025

End Date: 10/02/2025

Time: 10:00 a.m. - End of Agenda

Location: Virtual

Contact 

Scott Karel, ScottR.Karel@wisconsin.gov or 608-206-0222

Details 

This is a preliminary public hearing on Statement of Scope SS 041-25 (Board Order NH-04-25), which affects chs. NR 12, 16, 19, 21, 22, 27, 40 and 45 relating to amphibian and reptile regulations. 

Attendees are encouraged to register in advance if they plan to provide spoken comments during the hearing. To register, save and complete the fillable hearing appearance form and submit it to Scott Karel at ScottR.Karel@wisconsin.gov. You may also submit written comments on the scope statement to ScottR.Karel@wisconsin.gov by 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 3, 2025. Written comments will have the same weight and effect as spoken testimony presented at the hearing. 

View the hearing appearance form, notice of preliminary hearing and scope statement on the DNR's Proposed Permanent Rules webpage. 

Join this hearing via Microsoft Teams.

Join by phone: 1-608-571-2209; Phone conference ID: 194 715 071# 

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2025-10-02T10:00:00 - 2025-10-02T11:10:00
Thursday October 2

Drinking Water & Groundwater Program | Events |

Joint Public Hearing On Permanent Rules DG-01-24 And DG-02-24

Start Date: 10/02/2025

End Date: 10/02/2025

Time: 10:00 a.m. - End of Agenda

Location: Virtual

Contact 

Dino Tsoris, Constantine.Tsoris@wisconsin.gov or 608-419-4288

Details 

This is a joint public hearing on permanent rules DG-01-24 and DG-02-24. DG-01-24 affects ch. NR 809 and is related to drinking water standards for PFAS and affects small businesses. DG-02-24 affects ch. NR 809 and is related to clarifying and correcting existing language and adding federal Consumer Confidence Report requirements.

The public has the opportunity to testify at the hearing. Registration is strongly encouraged if you plan to provide spoken comments during the hearing. To register, please use the Zoom registration link. You may also submit written comments on the rule to Constantine.Tsoris@wisconsin.gov by 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 8, 2025. Written comments will have the same weight and effect as spoken testimony presented at the hearing. View the hearing notice, and proposed rule materials

Join online via Zoom.

Join via phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 896 2695 9865 

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2025-10-02T10:00:00 - 2025-10-02T11:00:00
Thursday October 2

Preliminary Public Hearing on a Statement of Scope SS 042-25 (NH-08-25)

Start Date: 10/02/2025

End Date: 10/02/2025

Time: 1:00 p.m. - End of Agenda

Location: Virtual

Contact 

Scott Karel, ScottR.Karel@wisconsin.gov or 608-206-0222

Details 

This is a preliminary public hearing on Statement of Scope SS 042-25 (Board Order NH-08-25), which affects ch. NR 40 relating to invasive species.

Attendees are encouraged to register in advance if they plan to provide spoken comments during the hearing. To register, save and complete the fillable hearing appearance form and submit it to Scott Karel at ScottR.Karel@wisconsin.gov. You may also submit written comments on the scope statement to ScottR.Karel@wisconsin.gov by 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 3, 2025. Written comments will have the same weight and effect as spoken testimony presented at the hearing. 

View the hearing appearance form, notice of preliminary hearing and scope statement on the DNR's Proposed Permanent Rules webpage. 

Join this hearing via Microsoft Teams.

Join by phone: 1-608-571-2209,,461977307#
Phone conference ID: 461 977 307#

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2025-10-02T13:00:00 - 2025-10-02T14:00:00