Environmental Protection
- News
DNR Conducting Winter Prescribed Burns In Local Marshlands To Reduce Fire Hazards And Improve Vegetation
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) prescribed burn crews conducted the first prescribed burn of the year on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at Vernon Marsh Wildlife Area in eastern Waukesha County.
- Hearing/Meeting
Public informational meeting concerning the proposed Green Tier participation contract for The C.A. Lawton Co.
The DNR Bureau of Environmental Analysis and Sustainability will hold a public informational meeting concerning the proposed Green Tier participation contract for The C.A. Lawton Co. located in De Pere, Wis. C.A. Lawton Co. has a robust…
- Hearing/Meeting
Karner Blue Butterfly Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) Partner Annual Meeting
The Karner blue butterfly Habitat Conservation Plan Partners will meet via Zoom to discuss the Karner blue butterfly habitat conservation plan.
- Hearing/Meeting
Turtle Flambeau Scenic Waters Area Annual Property Stakeholder Meeting
The 2021 Turtle Flambeau Scenic Waters Area Annual Property Stakeholder Meeting will take place online. The group will be discussing highlights and accomplishments of projects from the previous year and discuss any upcoming projects for…
- Hearing/Meeting
DNR Listening Session No. 13 regarding PFAS contamination in Marinette, Peshtigo and surrounding communities
The DNR will host two online Listening Sessions regarding PFAS contamination in Marinette, Peshtigo and surrounding communities
- News
Wolf Management Plan Process Begins With Application For New Committee
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the open application period for a newly formed Wolf Management Plan Committee (WMPC). Beginning this month, the department will begin recruitment for the WMPC with an open application period through March 19.
- Hearing/Meeting
Wisconsin Invasive Species Council No Commercial Use Species Assessment Group (SAG)
The Wisconsin Invasive Species Council's No Commercial Use Species Assessment Group (SAG) will meet to review new and currently regulated species under Ch. NR 40, Wisconsin's Invasive Species Rule.
- News
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of The City Of Lake Mills Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Lake Mills is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. The projects primarily include the replacement of lead service lines throughout the City of Lake Mills.
- News
DNR To Conduct Statewide Prescribed Burns
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today that fire management crews plan to conduct prescribed burns on DNR properties throughout the state from March 2 through mid-June. These burns take advantage of Wisconsin's optimal conditions during the spring. Additional prescribed burns will occur in late summer and fall (mid-July through November).
- Hearing/Meeting
Public hearing on a permanent rule, Board Order FH-10-20, to revise chs. NR 20 and 25 relating to fish harvest in Lake Superior
This public hearing will take place virtually via Zoom. The public has the opportunity to testify at the hearing.