Hearings and Meetings Archive
DNR Deer Advisory Committee Meeting
Date: 09/03/2025
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Jeff Pritzl, Jeffrey.Pritzl@wisconsin.gov or 920-366-3450
This is a public meeting of the Deer Advisory Committee.
Agenda:
- Welcome and Introductions
- Deer Advisory Committee Charter and Work Plan Approval (decision)
- Public Comment Period
- Spring Hearing Rule Proposal Recommendations (decision)
- Allow CDACs to recommend the January Archery Extension w/o the Holiday Hunt
- Allow the harvest of white deer in Marathon, Portage, Wood, Winnebago and Jefferson Counties
- Novel proposals from the committee
- Surveying Deerhunters Differently (informational)
- Increasing sample size of the post-season deer hunter questionnaire
- Exploring alternative ways of surveying hunters
- Surveying other stakeholders
- Certified Hunter Program (informational)
- PA pilot example directed at Crop Damage Permittees
- WDOT Deer Crash Reporting (informational)
- Hotspot analysis and how we might inform CDACs better
- Members Matters
Join this meeting via Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 264 234 659 278 8; Passcode: ab9xD2sm
Join this meeting by phone: 608-571-2209; Conference ID: 354 080 660#
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Wisconsin Invasive Species Council Meeting
Date: 09/03/2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Mackenzie Manicki, Mackenzie.Manicki@wisconsin.gov or 608-206-4561
The Wisconsin Invasive Species Council will meet to cover updates on the DNR's progress with updating Wisconsin's Invasive Species Rule, ch. NR40 Wis. Admin. Code. The Council will also hear a presentation from Maureen Kalscheur regarding updates on aquatic invasive species monitoring in the state. Other topics include updates from the Council's Education Committee and Council members themselves.
Join this meeting via Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 284 234 037 368; Passcode: DUbyDy
Join by phone: 608-571-2209; Conference ID: 281 347 447#
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Contested Case Hearing Concerning DNR-25-0002 Enbridge Energy's Line 5 Segment Relocation Project in Ashland, Bayfield and Iron Counties
Date: 09/03/2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. - End of Agenda
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Division of Hearings and Appeals, 608-266-3865
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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Wetland Study Council Committee On Wetland Conservation Projects
Date: 08/29/2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Location: Virtual
Tom Nedland, Thomas.Nedland@wisconsin.gov or 920-286-3739
A meeting to discuss the permitting and review process for wetland conservation and agricultural conservation projects that take place in wetlands and hydric soil areas.
Join by phone: 608-571-2209; Meeting ID: 772 988 664#
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Lake Poygan Breakwall Team Meeting
Date: 08/28/2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Josh Jackl, Joshua.Jackl@wisconsin.gov or 920-420-5830
This meeting will focus on permit application status, funding updates, contractor contacts/updated costs, etc.
This meeting will have both in-person and virtual options.
Attend in person:
DNR Service Center
Conference Room 2
625 East County Road Y, Suite 700
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Join by phone: 608-571-2209; Meeting ID: 582 076 240#
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Franklin Lake Walleye Rehabilitation Project
Date: 08/27/2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: In-Person; See Details for Information
Greg Matzke, Gregory.Matzke@wisconsin.gov or 715-528-4400 Ext. 5
This is a public meeting on an upcoming walleye spawning reef project on Franklin Lake.
This meeting will discuss the results of a 2025 comprehensive survey of Franklin Lake and the changes that have been documented in the fishery over the past 50 years. The majority of this meeting will focus on the walleye population, which was once strong but has been below what is considered a “fishable” level over the past 20 years.
Public input will be sought on this proposed project, which will be constructed along U.S. Forest Service property to help rehabilitate the walleye population.
Join this meeting in person:
VFW Post 8637
418 West Pine Street
Eagle River, WI 54521
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Off-Road Vehicle Advisory Council Meeting
Date: 08/27/2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. - End of Agenda
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Jillian Steffes, Jillian.Steffes@wisconsin.gov or 715-210-4911
The Off-Road Vehicle Council provides advice and makes recommendations to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Department of Transportation, the governor and the legislature on all matters relating to all-terrain vehicle trails and all-terrain vehicle routes. This includes issues relating to activities conducted on all-terrain vehicle trails and all-terrain vehicle routes by all-terrain vehicle users and utility terrain vehicle users, and makes recommendations to the DNR about requests for funding.
This meeting's primary focus is to review grant applications and make recommendations to the DNR. The public will be invited to join the meeting via Zoom or in person. The Zoom meeting link, agenda and other meeting materials are available on the ORV Council webpage.
Join in person:
Dales Weston Lanes & Mountain Bay Conference Center
5902 Schofield Ave.
Weston, WI 54476
Join online via Zoom.
Join via phone:
833-928-4610; Meeting ID 353 280 8373, Passcode 259727
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Snowmobile Recreational Council Meeting
Date: 08/26/2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. - End of Agenda
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Jillian Steffes, Jillian.Steffes@wisconsin.gov or 715-210-4911
The Snowmobile Recreation Council carries out studies and makes recommendations to the Legislature, Governor, Department of Natural Resources and Department of Transportation on all matters related to the snowmobiling program at DNR or otherwise affecting snowmobiles and snowmobiling in Wisconsin. It also makes recommendations to the Department of Natural Resources regarding funding grant applications.
The Snowmobile Recreation Council will meet to discuss topics related to the program and make recommendations to the Department. The public is invited to join the meeting via Zoom or in person. The Zoom meeting link, agenda, and other meeting materials are available on the Snowmobile Recreation Council webpage.
Join in person:
Dales Weston Lanes & Mountain Bay Conference Center
5902 Schofield Ave.
Weston, WI 54476
Join via phone:
833-548-0276; Meeting ID: 353 280 8373, Passcode: 259727
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Snowmobile Council's Committee Meeting
Date: 08/25/2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. - End of Agenda
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Jillian Steffes, Jillian.Steffes@wisconsin.gov or 715-210-4911
The Snowmobile Recreation Council carries out studies and makes recommendations to the Legislature, Governor, Department of Natural Resources and Department of Transportation on all matters related to the snowmobiling program at DNR or otherwise affecting snowmobiles and snowmobiling in Wisconsin. It also makes recommendations to the Department of Natural Resources regarding funding grant applications.
The Finance Committee, Infrastructure Committee, Law Enforcement & Safety Committee and Tourism Committee of Snowmobile Recreation Council will meet to discuss topics pertaining to the program and make recommendations to the Department. The public will be invited to join the meeting via Zoom or in person. The Zoom meeting link, agenda, and other meeting materials are available on the Snowmobile Recreation Council webpage.
Join in person:
Dales Weston Lanes & Mountain Bay Conference Center
5902 Schofield Ave.
Weston, WI 54476
Join via phone:
833-548-0276; Meeting ID: 353 280 8373, Passcode: 259727
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Preliminary Public Hearing on a Statement of Scope SS 037-25 (WA-01-25)
Date: 08/21/2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Virtual
Cathy Baerwald, Catherine.Baerwald@wisconsin.gov or 414-333-6805
This is a preliminary public hearing on Statement of Scope SS 037-25 (Board Order WA-01-25), which affects chs. NR 660 to 679 relating to hazardous waste recordkeeping and reporting requirements, Canadian import-export operation codes and standards for spent refrigerants being recycled for reuse.
Attendees are encouraged to register in advance if they plan to provide spoken comments during the hearing. To register, please use the Zoom registration link. You may also submit written comments on the scope statement to Catherine.Baerwald@wisconsin.gov by 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 21, 2025. Written comments will have the same weight and effect as spoken testimony presented at the hearing.
Join by phone: +1 312 626 6799; Meeting ID: 863 2802 6082
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