Hearings and Meetings Calendar
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August 2021
Thursday
August
5
Air Management Study Group
Date: 08/05/2021
Time: 9:00 a.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Virtual
Contact
Craig Czarnecki, craig.czarnecki@wisconsin.gov or 608-250-0945
Details
The Air Management Study Group serves as a forum for the program to receive input from and provide information to stakeholder organizations. The goal of the study group is to provide the Air Program with constructive feedback on policy and technical issues and to work collaboratively with DNR staff to find workable solutions.
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 880 3088 0993
Published on July 20, 2021 at 9:25 AM
2021-08-05T09:00:00 - 2021-08-05T10:00:00
Thursday
August
5
Waste and Materials Management Study Group
Date: 08/05/2021
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Contact
Kate Strom Hiorns, kathrynm.stromhiorns@wisconsin.gov
Details
The Waste and Materials Management Study Group will be meeting on Aug. 5, 2021, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. using an online Zoom meeting.
The group will be discussing:
- Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) updates and process improvements
- The waste characterization study and alternative landfill liner reports recently submitted to the DNR
- Recycling grant formula recommendations from the Recovery and Diversion subcommittee, and
- Solid waste improvements focusing on NR 544, Wisconsin Administrative Code.
Join by phone: 301-715-8592; Meeting ID: 853 6048 7487
Published on July 15, 2021 at 9:25 AM
2021-08-05T09:30:00 - 2021-08-05T12:00:00
Monday
August
9
Walworth County Waterway Public Hearing
Date: 08/09/2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Virtual
Contact
Kyle McLaughlin, Kyle.McLaughlin@wisconsin.gov
Details
Pier Stan V. Smith Trust has applied to the Department of Natural Resources for a permit to construct a pier on the bed of Middle Lake. The project is located in the NENE of Section 34, Township 04N, Range 16E, in the Town of La Grange, Walworth County.
The project consists constructing a new pier structure along the shoreline of Middle Lake within the Lauderdale Lakes complex to compliment the planned development of a condominium. The pier’s refined design includes a 200’ length x 4’ width stems, supporting 3 total boat slips.
The department will review the proposal provided by the applicant and any information from public comments and the public informational hearing. The department has made a tentative determination that it will issue the permit or contract for the proposed activity.
If you would like to know more about this project or would like to see the application and plans, please visit the Department’s permit tracking website at https://permits.dnr.wi.gov/water/SitePages/Permit%20Search.aspx and search for IP-SE-2021-65- 02687.
Published on July 19, 2021 at 9:18 AM
2021-08-09T10:00:00 - 2021-08-09T11:00:00
Monday
August
9
LAKE MICHIGAN COMMERCIAL FISHING BOARD MEETING
Date: 08/09/2021
Time: 5:30 p.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Virtual
Contact
Allen Blizel, Allen.Blizel@wisconsin.gov or 920-493-8701
Details
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Lake Michigan Commercial Fishing Board will conduct a Zoom meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 9, 2021.
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 886 3243 5085
AGENDA
1. Organizational Matters
Call to Order
2. Consent
a) Approval of June 22, 2021 meeting minutes
3. Discussion Items – (Public comments welcomed)
a) Status of lake trout research – Brad Eggold
b) Lake trout scope statement – Todd Stuth
c) Possible lake trout allocation recommendations
d) Fish health information – Sean Strom
e) Catch composition update – Taylor Hrabak
4. Possible Action Items
a) Illegal fish definition – Brad Eggold
b) Final whitefish rule
5. Old Business
a) Old business items
6. Board Members’ Matters/Concerns – Informational
a) Any other concerns
7. Adjournment
Published on July 30, 2021 at 9:00 AM
2021-08-09T17:30:00 - 2021-08-09T18:00:00
Tuesday
August
10
Wisconsin Waterways Commission Recreational Boating Facilities Funding Meeting
Date: 08/10/2021
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Rib Mountain Municipal Building, 3700 N. Mountain Road
Contact
Roberta Winebar, roberta.winebar@wisconsin.gov or 920-461-2595
Details
The Wisconsin Waterways Commission will discuss and approve requests for financial aid for the recreational boating facilities grant program. The agenda, budget and project rating sheets are posted on the Waterways Commission webpage: http://dnr.wi.gov/AID/Meetings.html under the Waterways tab.
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 736 310 4103
Published on August 4, 2021 at 9:51 AM
2021-08-10T09:00:00 - 2021-08-10T15:00:00
Tuesday
August
10
Lower Fox TMDL Agriculture Implementation Committee
Date: 08/10/2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Virtual
Contact
Keith Marquardt, KeithA.Marquardt@Wisconsin.gov or 920-303-5435
Details
The Lower Fox River TMDL Agriculture Implementation Committee is a stakeholder group that addresses agricultural implementation of the Lower Fox Total Maximum Daily Load. This meeting will take place virtually via Skype and will consist of representatives from cooperating agencies and organizations who are involved with the Lower Fox TMDL.
Join Zoom meeting online
Join by phone: 608-316-9000
Meeting ID: 68062705
Published on August 3, 2021 at 11:42 AM
2021-08-10T10:00:00 - 2021-08-10T11:30:00
Tuesday
August
10
Public Hearing for Air Pollution Control Permit 438008340-F30 and 19-ETE-167
Date: 08/10/2021
Time: 3:00 p.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Virtual
Contact
Eddie Effiong, EdwardsSawyer.Effiong@wisconsin.gov or 262-574-2151
Details
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a public hearing to receive public comments on the air pollution control permit application for construction permit 19-ETE-167 associated with the USEPA’s consent agreement and final order (CAFO) for processes P38, P52, P62 and P69; and the increase in VOC LACT/VOC cap and facility-wide federal hazardous pollutants (HAPS) and the renewal of Air Pollution Control Operation Permit 438008340-F20 for:
ChemDesign Products, Inc.
2 Stanton Street
Marinette, Marinette County, Wisconsin
FID 438008340
Air Pollution Control Permit No. construction permit no. 19-ETE-167
Air Pollution Control Permit No(s). operation permit no. 438008340-F30
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 861 1664 1397
Published on July 23, 2021 at 8:44 AM
2021-08-10T15:00:00 - 2021-08-10T16:00:00
Tuesday
August
10
Public Hearing for Draft air pollution control permit for ChemDesign Products Inc.
Date: 08/10/2021
Time: 3:00 p.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Virtual
Contact
Edwards-Sawyer Effiong, EdwardsSawyer.Effiong@wisconsin.gov or 262-574-2151
Details
Public hearing for draft air pollution control permit for ChemDesign Products Inc at 2 Stanton Street in Marinette.
• Public Notice (https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/sites/default/files/topic/AirQuality/ChemDesignPublic_Notice.pdf)
• FAQ (https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/sites/default/files/topic/AirQuality/ChemDesignFAQ.pdf)
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 861 1664 1397
Published on July 15, 2021 at 8:30 AM
2021-08-10T15:00:00 - 2021-08-10T17:00:00
Tuesday
August
10
Sporting Heritage Council Meeting
Date: 08/10/2021
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Contact
Scott Loomans, 608-225-9440 or Emily Iehl, 608-445-8168
Details
The sporting heritage council was created to study, provide advice and make recommendations to the governor, the natural resources board, and the legislature about issues relating to hunting, trapping, fishing and other types of outdoor recreation activities.
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 865 9490 5332
AGENDA
Organizational Matters
1. Calling the roll
2. Approval of agenda for August 10, 2021
3. Approval June 8, 2021 Meeting Minutes
Updates—15 minutes
• Shorefishing and R3 Update from Scott – 5 – 10 minutes.
• Staffing/Hiring update (5-10 minutes)—Warnke.
• Status of in-person programs (5 minutes)—Stabo and Iehl.
Warnke & Loomans—Continue Sporting Heritage Council Strategic Planning Process—1 hour
• Review progress made on strategic planning process during June 8th meeting; continue work on strategic planning for the Sporting Heritage Council.
• Review Draft Vision Statement – Baker & Haase
• Outline 5-10 Actionable Goals for Recruitment and Retention.
• Submit a new report/plan to the Legislature by June 30, 2022.
• Planning Prompts:
o Why is SHC important to sportspeople? What is the SHC’s vision and role?
o Break these ideas into objectives with measurable action items that we can bring back to our communities to recruit and retain new people into hunting, fishing, and trapping.
Members Matters
Published on August 4, 2021 at 9:47 AM
2021-08-10T18:00:00 - 2021-08-10T20:00:00
Friday
August
20
DNR PFAS Technical Group Meeting
Date: 08/20/2021
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Location: Virtual
Contact
Jason Lowery, Jason.Lowery@Wisconsin.gov or 608-228-4737
Details
The DNR will host the first meeting of the PFAS Technical Group on Friday, Aug. 20, 2021, from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
The PFAS Technical Group is a working group designed as a forum to present and discuss information related to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Wisconsin, with an emphasis on presentations from entities outside of DNR. This group does not have an appointed membership; any interested party may attend.
The public is invited to participate and may ask questions or provide comments at this meeting. Questions may also be submitted in advance to DNRPFASInquiries@wisconsin.gov. More information on the first meeting, including Zoom information and an agenda, will be available on the DNR’S PFAS Technical Group webpage. https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/PFAS/TechGroup.html
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 880 4491 1672
Published on August 4, 2021 at 10:43 AM
2021-08-20T09:00:00 - 2021-08-20T10:30:00
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