Hearings and Meetings Archive
2026-2030 Migratory Season Structure (Appleton)
Date: 03/05/2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Fox Valley Technical College
Alissa Kakatsch, Alissa.Kakatsch@wisconsin.gov or 608-576-7559
Public hearing to gather public input for the migratory season structure for 2026-2030.
Join in person:
Fox Valley Technical College
D.J. Bordini Center, Room BC112A
5 N. Systems Dr.
Appleton, WI 54914
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Virtual Public Hearing for pending approval of six Waterway statewide General Permits
Date: 03/05/2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Crystal vonHoldt, Crystal.vonHoldt@wisconsin.gov
Pursuant to § 30.206, Wis. Stats., the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is noticing its intention to reissue three statewide waterway General Permits (WDNR-GP6-2026 for Fish & Wildlife Habitat Structures, WDNR-GP19-2026 for Permanent Boat Shelters in navigable waterways and WDNR-GP21-2026 for Waterway Crossings) and to issue three new statewide waterway General Permits (WDNR-GP26-2026 for Lakeshore Stabilization Structures, WDNR-GP27-2026 for Streambank Stabilization Structures and WDNR-GP28-2026 for Miscellaneous Structures in navigable waterways). Once in place, each permit will be valid for five years and will allow members of the public to apply for coverage under the permit. To qualify for a general permit, proposed projects must meet all eligibility criteria and permit conditions.
The DNR has determined that the reissuance and issuance of the listed statewide general permits have similar proposed actions in kind, scale and environmental setting to other activities under ch. NR 150.20(3)(a), Wis. Adm. Code, and will result in minimal adverse environmental impacts.
To view a copy of the proposed statewide general permits, visit the DNR website. The public comment period on the proposed statewide permits is open until the close of business on March 15, 2026.
Join this hearing on Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 280 600 844 347 32
Join by phone: 1-608-571-2209
Passcode: 887160109
To help in the planning process, please consider sharing your intention to participate in this hearing by emailing Crystal.vonHoldt@wisconsin.gov. You are not required to RSVP to participate, but it will help in the planning process.
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Air Management Advisory Group
Date: 03/05/2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Craig Czarnecki, Craig.Czarnecki@wisconsin.gov or 608-250-0945
The Air Management Advisory Group serves as a forum for the program to receive input from and provide information to stakeholder organizations. The goal of the advisory 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 this meeting via Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 284 797 087 927 7; Passcode: ea6rf3jL
Join by phone: 608-571-2209; 298 151 16#
Join in-person:
State Natural Resources Building (GEF2)
Room G09
101 S Webster Street
Madison, WI 53703
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2026-2030 Migratory Season Structure (Virtual)
Date: 03/04/2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Alissa Kakatsch, Alissa.Kakatsch@wisconsin.gov or 608-576-7559
Public hearing to gather public input for the migratory season structure for 2026-2030.
Register to attend this hearing via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 837 3294 3538
Join by phone: 309-205-3325; 837 3294 3538#
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2026-2030 Migratory Season Structure (Rice Lake)
Date: 03/03/2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: In-Person; See Details for Information
Alissa Kakatsch, Alissa.Kakatsch@wisconsin.gov or 608-576-7559
Public hearing to gather public input for the migratory season structure for 2026-2030.
Join in person:
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rice Lake
The Knapp Room
824 Bear Paw Ave.
Rice Lake, WI 54868
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March Council on Forestry Meeting
Date: 03/03/2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:35 p.m.
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Abby Widell, Abby.Widell@wisconsin.gov
The Wisconsin Council on Forestry will meet to discuss:
- Evolution of Fire in WI Story Map and DNR Update
- Forest Regeneration
- Sustainable Aviation Fuel Update; Potential Action Item
- Wisconsin Forest Landowner Grant Program Overview
- Forestry Program Funding Efforts Update
- WI Forests FIRST Update
- Forest Industry Inside Perspective
- State Forester and National Forest Updates
- Legislative Updates
The full agenda can be found on the Council's website.
Join this meeting in person:
DNR Northeast Region Headquarters
Lake Michigan Conference Room
2984 Shawano Ave.
Green Bay, WI 54313
Register to attend the meeting virtually via Zoom.
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2026-2030 Migratory Season Structure (La Crosse)
Date: 03/02/2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: DNR La Crosse Service Center
Alissa Kakatsch, Alissa.Kakatsch@wisconsin.gov or 608-576-7559
Public hearing to gather public input for the migratory season structure for 2026-2030.
Join in person:
La Crosse DNR Service Center
Room SOB B-19
3550 Mormon Coulee Rd.
La Crosse, WI 54601
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Overview Of The Status And Management Of Walleye In Northwest Wisconsin
Date: 02/26/2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Aaron Cole, Aaron.Cole@wisconsin.gov or 715-418-0897
This presentation will provide an overview of the status and management of walleye in northwest Wisconsin. We will share what makes for good walleye habitat and the types of waterbodies where walleye do well and discuss walleye stocking strategies.
This meeting is part of the Northern Wisconsin Fisheries Spotlight Series, which allows the public to learn about game fish management and meet the DNR staff members working in northern Wisconsin.
Presenters: Kyle Broadway, Craig Roberts, Nate Thomas and Max Wolter, DNR fisheries biologists
Join this meeting via Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 221 904 954 539 7; Passcode: ZU7Fk3KD
Join by phone: +1 608-571-2209; Phone Conference ID: 86675640#
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DNR Wolf Advisory Committee Meeting
Date: 02/26/2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Danielle Deming, Danielle.Deming@wisconsin.gov or 715-459-8365
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a meeting of the Wolf Advisory Committee on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026. The committee will discuss policy and technical topics relevant to wolf management. This meeting will be open to the public in person or virtually via Zoom.
Public comments related to agenda items and committee business will be accepted. Written comments must be submitted by noon on Feb. 24 and will be shared with committee members prior to the meeting. Please email comments to Danielle.Deming@wisconsin.gov.
In-person attendees may instead register to provide a verbal comment during the meeting. Comments are limited to two minutes or less. Please note that registering to attend the Zoom meeting does not mean you have also registered to provide a verbal comment. Email Danielle.Deming@wisconsin.gov by noon on Feb. 24 to register to speak during the public comment period. Any comments submitted after the deadline will not be accepted. There will be no virtual option for comments.
9 – 9:15 a.m. Welcome, Review Committee Goals and Agreements and Opening Check-in
9:15 – ~9:30 a.m. Public Comment (In-person or written only)
9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Wolf management updates
5 min BREAK
10:35 – 11 a.m. WAC feedback on management objectives and priorities
11 a.m. – noon Wolf education and outreach efforts
Noon – 1 p.m. Lunch (pizzas and sides) – provided on site for committee members
1 – 2:45 p.m. Discussion on elements of future wolf harvest seasons
2:45 – 3 p.m. Feedback and Adjourn
Join by phone: 305-224-1968; Meeting ID 826 8325 2461
Join in person:
Suite 102
Lincoln County Service Center
801 N. Sales Street
Merrill, WI 54452
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Contested Case Hearing For Legend Lake Protection And Rehabilitation District Aquatic Plant Management Permit
CANCELED
Date: 02/23/2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Shawano County Public Library, Veslak Room, 128 S. Sawyer Road, Shawano, Wisconsin
Division of Hearings and Appeals, 608-266-7709
On March 20, 2025, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) issued a Permit No. NE-2025-40-2220 to the Legend Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District to Conduct Chemical Aquatic Plant Management on Legend Lake, Menominee County, Wisconsin. Midwest Environmental Advocates, on behalf of the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin (Petitioner), filed a Petition for a Contested Case Hearing with the DNR to review the decision to issue the permit to the Legend Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 227.42. By letter dated May 5, 2025, the DNR granted the request for contested case hearing and limited the hearing to the following issues:
1. Whether Permit No. NE-2025-40-22420 meets the standards for issuance pursuant to Wis. Admin. Code §§ NR 107.05(3) and (4); and
2. Whether Legend Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District Complied with the procedural requirement of Wis. Admin. Code § NR 107.04(4).
Also on May 5, 2025, the DNR suspended Permit No. NE-2025-40-22420 pursuant to Wis. Admin. Code § NR 107.05(2) pending resolution of the contested case. On March 15, 2025, the Division of Hearings and Appeals received, for filing, a request for a hearing from the DNR. The parties have agreed to a date for a prehearing conference.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the State of Wisconsin Division of Hearings and Appeals will hold a contested case hearing on the above-captioned matter pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 227.44, Wis. Admin. Code § NR 2.13 and Wis. Admin. Code § HA 1.12 at the Shawano County Public Library, Veslak Room, 128 S. Sawyer Road, Shawano, Wisconsin commencing at 1 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, and continuing, as necessary, on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 through Friday, Feb. 27, 2026. 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 first day of hearing prior to the parties’ presentation of evidence. Such interested persons must enter an appearance either prior to or at the commencement of the contested case hearing. Public comments may be limited in scope to the issues for hearing and limited to five minutes or less to accommodate all interested persons. Information about the hearing may be found at the DNR Website (https://dnr.wi.gov/Calendar/Hearings/) and can also be requested from Susan Burns at 608-266-3865. Please monitor the DNR website for updates.
The hearing is a Class 2 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.
Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be made to any qualified individual upon request. Please contact the undersigned Administrative Law Judge at 608-266-2447 or Kristin.Posekany@wisconsin.gov with specific information on your request on or before Feb. 2, 2026.
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