Hearings and Meetings Calendar
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January 2026
Friday
January
23
RR EAG Meeting & Back To Basics Training
Start Date: 01/23/2026
End Date: 01/23/2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Contact
Coreen Fallat, CoreenR.Fallat@wisconsin.gov or 608-910-0581
Details
Meeting of the Remediation and Redevelopment External Advisory Group in conjunction with the fourth session of the Back to Basics training series: Back to Basics: Applying for Closure. To attend, register for this meeting via Zoom.
Agenda
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. – Back to Basics Training Series
12:30 - 2:30 p.m. – RR EAG Meeting
Visit the DNR's RR EAG webpage for a full meeting agenda, materials and additional information. Subscribe for updates on future RR EAG meetings.
Published on
2026-01-23T09:30:00 - 2026-01-23T14:30:00
Friday
January
23
Jan. 23 Wisconsin Council On Forestry Sound Forestry And Policy Committee Meeting
Start Date: 01/23/2026
End Date: 01/23/2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Virtual
Contact
Dr. Adena Rissman, Adena.Rissman@wisc.edu
Details
The committee will discuss woody biomass aviation fuel, the proposed Hayward project and will hold a Q&A session with Johnson Timber and Synthec Fuel representatives.
Agenda:
10 – 10:05 a.m.: Opening remarks by Tom Hittle, Council on Forestry Chair
10:05 – 10:45 a.m.: Aviation fuel project representatives' response to questions posed in advance by the Sound Forestry and Policy committee
10:45 – 11 a.m.: Questions and discussion
Join virtually via Zoom.
Or call 301-715-8592; Meeting ID: 975 7560 1980.
Published on
2026-01-23T10:00:00 - 2026-01-23T11:00:00
Tuesday
January
27
Public Informational Meeting for proposed Green Tier participation contract for Kimberly-Clark Marinette
Start Date: 01/27/2026
End Date: 01/27/2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Location: Virtual
Contact
Jenni Birkholz, Jennifera.Birkholz@wisconsin.gov or 608-266-8226
Details
The DNR will hold a public informational meeting concerning the proposed Green Tier participation contract for Kimberly-Clark Marinette. This meeting is an opportunity to learn about the proposal and offer verbal or written comments for consideration.
Join this meeting on Microsoft Teams.
Join by phone: 608-571-2209, phone conference ID 376 713 035#
To learn more about Green Tier, visit this DNR website.
Published on
2026-01-27T09:00:00 - 2026-01-27T10:00:00
Tuesday
January
27
Laboratory Certification Standards Review Council Quarterly Meeting
Start Date: 01/27/2026
End Date: 01/27/2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - End of Agenda
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Contact
Tom Trainor, Tom.Trainor@wisconsin.gov or 920-412-5970
Details
This is a regular meeting (quarterly) of the Laboratory Certification Standard Review Council. The agenda for this meeting can be found on the DNR website.
Join this meeting via Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 292 672 973 428; Passcode: Pa7VT3xc
Join by phone: 1-608-571-2209; 542840596
Join in person:
Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene
2nd floor Fishbowl Conference Room
2601 Agriculture Dr.
Madison, WI 53718
Follow appropriate check-in procedures. Lab Cert staff will be present virtually.
Published on
2026-01-27T09:00:00 - 2026-01-27T10:00:00
Tuesday
January
27
January Wisconsin Council on Forestry Meeting
Start Date: 01/27/2026
End Date: 01/27/2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:40 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 the following:
Operational Guidelines Update; Action Item: Approve Updated Operational Guidelines
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Update; Potential Action Item
Red Pine and Oak Initiative Update
DNR Forestland Inventory and Report
WisFIRS Introduction
WI Forests FIRST Update on Steering Committee and Project Manager
Forestry Program Funding Efforts Update
Forestry Works Initiative
State Forester and National Forest Updates
Legislative Updates
More details, the agenda and any supporting materials can be found on the Council on Forestry webpage. This meeting will be held both in-person and virtually via Zoom.
Join in person:
Lincoln County Service Center
Lincoln County Board Room
801 N Sales Street
Merrill, WI 54452
Join virtually by registering to attend on Zoom.
Published on
2026-01-27T09:00:00 - 2026-01-27T15:40:00
Tuesday
January
27
Trout Habitat Improvement Evaluations In Florence and Forest Counties
Start Date: 01/27/2026
End Date: 01/27/2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Contact
Greg Matzke, Gregory.Matzke@wisconsin.gov or 715 528-4400 x122
Details
Ever wonder if trout habitat enhancement projects work? Greg Matzke, DNR fisheries biologist, recently evaluated the impact of a dozen different habitat projects on one of the best systems in his area. At this presentation, we will walk through them one by one and see if the effort put into these trout streams pays off.
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.
Presenter: Greg Matzke, DNR fisheries biologist
Join this meeting via Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 218 338 826 389 45; Passcode: bE6jx294
Join by phone: +1 608-571-2209; Phone Conference ID: 290861488#
Join in person:
Wild Rivers Interpretive Center
5628 Forestry Drive
Florence, WI 54121
Published on
2026-01-27T18:00:00 - 2026-01-27T20:00:00
Wednesday
January
28
Lake Poygan Breakwall Team Meeting
Start Date: 01/28/2026
End Date: 01/28/2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Contact
Josh Jackl, Joshua.Jackl@wisconsin.gov or 920-420-5830
Details
Meeting to discuss funding updates, contractor contacts/updated costs, DPS entry, and any other items since the November meeting.
Join in person:
Oshkosh DNR Service Center
625 E. County Rd Y, Suite 700,
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Join online via Microsoft Teams.
Published on
2026-01-28T10:00:00 - 2026-01-28T12:00:00
Wednesday
January
28
Fisheries Management Meeting On Statewide Genetic Management Plan
Start Date: 01/28/2026
End Date: 01/28/2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Contact
Aaron Cole, Aaron.Cole@wisconsin.gov or 715 418-0897
Details
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a public meeting on Jan. 28 to discuss the Fisheries Management Bureau’s statewide genetic management plan.
This meeting will be held from 6-8 p.m. in person and via Microsoft Teams. The Fisheries Management Bureau is committed to stocking fish with the greatest potential for survival and has been working over the past several years to update the statewide genetics management plan using the most current data and science.
DNR Fisheries staff will present and discuss the updated statewide genetics management plan and seek public comments and input.
Join in person:
UW-Stevens Point DeBot Dining Center
Room 053-055 (Lower DeBot)
325 Isadore Street
Stevens Point, WI 54481
Join online via Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 295 497 445 034 47; Passcode: zi9UM29L
Join by phone by dialing 608-571-2209; Phone Conference ID: 187958640#
Published on
2026-01-28T18:00:00 - 2026-01-28T20:00:00
Wednesday
January
28
Beaver Management Listening Session
Start Date: 01/28/2026
End Date: 01/28/2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Contact
Shawn Rossler, Shawn.Rossler@wisconsin.gov or 608-225-2663
Details
A public listening session hosted by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to gather public input on the state's Beaver Management Plan. DNR staff will provide a brief overview of the steps being taken to revise the current beaver management plan. Members of the public will then be provided the opportunity to share their thoughts on issues, concerns or solutions relating to beaver management. Input collected during listening sessions will be considered during plan development.
Register to attend this virtual session.
Published on
2026-01-28T18:00:00 - 2026-01-28T20:00:00
Wednesday
January
28
Lower Green Bay Area Of Concern Habitat Restoration And Fisheries Monitoring: Year One Updates
Start Date: 01/28/2026
End Date: 01/28/2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Contact
Sam Schaick, Samuel.Schaick@wisconsin.gov, and Jason Lins, Jason.Lins@wisconsin.gov
Details
In 1987, Lower Green Bay and the lower 7 miles of the Fox River were listed as a Great Lakes Area of Concern (AOC) by the EPA. After toxic sediment cleanup was completed, various habitat projects were planned with the intention of improving habitat for fish, including musky, walleye, yellow perch and others. Starting in March of 2025, the AOC fisheries team began collecting pre-data to evaluate the success of various habitat projects and inform future habitat work. We will be discussing the history of the AOC, upcoming habitat projects and our AOC fisheries monitoring program.
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: Sam Schaick and Jason Lins, DNR fisheries biologists, Jessica Brandt, DNR Lake Michigan Area of Concern project management specialist, Brie Kupsky, DNR Green Bay program coordinator, and Mandy Sharkey, DNR Lake Michigan Area of Concern project management specialist.
Join this meeting via Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 235 106 148 579 05; Passcode: FK7zg9mz
Join by phone: +1 608-571-2209; Phone Conference ID: 902887969#
Join in person:
Green Bay DNR Service Center
2984 Shawano Avenue
Green Bay, WI 54313
Published on
2026-01-28T18:00:00 - 2026-01-28T20:00:00
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