Hearings and Meetings Archive
BMP Advisory Committee Meeting
Date: 10/27/2021
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Nolan Kriegel, nolan.kriegel@wisconsin.gov or 715-416-2982
Discussion around Forestry Best Management Practices for Water Quality and the current events that are impacting the forest industry with regards to water quality.
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 865 2738 1763
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Wisconsin CWD Response Plan Review Committee Meeting 3
Date: 10/27/2021
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Curt Rollman, curtis.rollman@wisconsin.gov or 715-450-4215
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has formed a committee made up of stakeholder organizations, tribal partners and other governmental organizations to conduct the second of three five-year reviews of the state’s 15-year chronic wasting disease (CWD) response plan. Over the course of upcoming meetings, the committee will develop and provide input on the plan’s implementation and actions to consider as it completes this second five-year review.
A panel of technical experts will attend meetings to support the committee’s work. All meetings will be open to the public, and recordings will be posted to the DNR website.
More information on chronic wasting disease is available by visiting the DNR webpage here. For more information on the DNR’s CWD response plan, visit the webpage here.
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 819 2699 5880
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Second public hearing on permanent rule CR 19-094 (Board Order WY-23-13) to revise chs. NR 102 and 217 relating to processes for waterbody assessments and impaired waters listing
Date: 10/25/2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Virtual
Kristi Minahan, Kristi.Minahan@wisconsin.gov or 608-266-7055
This is the second public hearing on permanent rule CR 19-094 (Board Order WY-23-13) to revise chs. NR 102 and 217 relating to processes for waterbody assessments and impaired waters listing, biological thresholds for water quality standards, and biological confirmation of phosphorus impairments.
The public has the opportunity to testify at the hearing. Registration will take place while logging into the virtual hearing or by completing a Hearing Appearance form. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged if you plan to provide spoken comments during the hearing. To pre-register, either use the Zoom link prior to the day of the hearing or download and complete the fillable hearing appearance form and send it to Kristi.Minahan@wisconsin.gov.
Hearing Appearance Form: https://dnr.wi.gov/files/pdf/forms/8300/8300-014.pdf
Public Hearing Notice: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/sites/default/files/topic/Rules/WY2313PublicHearing.pdf
Proposed Permanent Administrative Rules: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/news/input/ProposedPermanent.html
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 884 2299 1103
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Lake Superior Commercial Fishing Board Meeting
Date: 10/21/2021
Time: 5:00 p.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Virtual
Brad Ray, Bradley.Ray@Wisconsin.gov or 715-779-4036
This is a Lake Superior Commercial Fishing Board Meeting.
Agenda:
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call Present
Also present
3. Meeting posting
4. Agenda Approval
5. 05192021 Meeting Minutes Approval
6. Chairman & Board Member Communications
7. Public Comment
8. General Business Discussion
8.1 Old Business
8.1.1 Discussion: Trap Net Study update by LSCFB
8.2 New Business
8.2.1 Potential Action: Transfer of License
8.2.2 Informational: CARES Act Update
8.2.3 Informational: EFHRS rule timeline and implementation
8.2.4 Discussion: LSCFB agenda items for next meeting
9. Set Next Meeting date: Tentative Wednesday, January 19, 2021 5:00 p.m. @ TBD
10. Adjournment
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 815 2962 4016
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Wolf Management Plan Committee Meeting
Date: 10/21/2021
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Randy Johnson, randy.johnson@wisconsin.gov or 715-499-0010
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will hold the last of four scheduled Wolf Management Plan Committee meetings on Thursday, Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The meeting will be held virtually and the public is invited to attend and observe the proceedings. No pre-registration required.
Use this link to join a livestream of the meeting.
The Wolf Management Plan Committee has been formed to discuss important issues related to wolf management in Wisconsin and to provide input as the department updates the state’s wolf management plan. More information on the wolf management plan update process and timeline, including the formation, membership and work to date of this committee, is available on the DNR wolf management plan web page.
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DNR Listening Session #16 Regarding PFAS in Marinette-Peshtigo Area
Date: 10/20/2021
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Bridget Kelly, BridgetB.Kelly@wisconsin.gov or 608-440-0448
PFAS contamination has been detected in the Marinette and Peshtigo area in soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, private drinking water wells and biosolids. The DNR has scheduled a series of listening sessions to ensure that the public receives timely information about this contamination. Community members are encouraged to participate to ask questions and discuss concerns with the DNR.
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 822 9180 9472
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Recovery & Diversion Subgroup Meeting
Date: 10/20/2021
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Jennifer Semrau, Jennifer.semrau@wisconsin.gov or 608-381-0960
The Recovery and Diversion subgroup of the Waste and Materials Management Study Group will meet via Zoom to discuss battery recycling and other emerging issues, as well as any other timely recycling program updates.
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 833 3700 3198
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DNR Listening Session #16 Regarding PFAS in Marinette-Peshtigo Area
Date: 10/20/2021
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Bridget Kelly, BridgetB.Kelly@wisconsin.gov or 608-440-0448
PFAS contamination has been detected in the Marinette and Peshtigo area in soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, private drinking water wells and biosolids. The DNR has scheduled a series of listening sessions to ensure that the public receives timely information about this contamination. Community members are encouraged to participate to ask questions and discuss concerns with the DNR.
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 822 9180 9472
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State Trails Council Quarterly Meeting
Date: 10/20/2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Drew Hanson, Andrew.Hanson@wisconsin.gov or 608-977-0400
The State Trails Council (STC) provides advice and consultation to the Department of Natural Resources on the planning, acquisition, development and management of trails in Wisconsin. The council represents trail users in Wisconsin, which includes more than half of the state's residents. The council is also responsible for providing counsel in administering Federal Recreational Trails Program funds.
A draft agenda will be posted to the STC website prior to the meeting. The new Wisconsin State Parks and Recreation Management Bureau Director will be introduced near the beginning of the meeting. A portion of the agenda near the end of the meeting will allow for public comments.
Join by phone: 312-626-6799; Meeting ID: 880 6063 2161
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Governor’s Off-Highway Motorcycle Advisory Council Meeting
Date: 10/18/2021
Time: 8:00 p.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Virtual
Jillian Steffes, Jillian.Steffes@wisconsin.gov or 715-210-4911
The Off-Highway Motorcycle Council provides advice and makes recommendations to the department of natural resources, the department of transportation, the governor and the legislature on all matters relating to off-highway motorcycle trails, including matters relating to activities conducted on off-highway motorcycle trails and by off-highway motorcycle users, and makes recommendations to the department of natural resources with regard to requests for funding.
The Off-Highway Motorcycle Council will meet to make funding recommendations to the department. In particular, the Council will review updated information on projects discussed at the previous meeting. 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 OHM Council webpage.
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