Hearings and Meetings Archive
Off-Highway Motorcycle Council Meeting
Date: 12/09/2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Virtual
Jillian Steffes, Jillian.Steffes@wisconsin.gov
The Off-Highway Motorcycle Council provides advice and makes recommendations to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Department of Transportation, the governor and the legislature on all matters relating to off-highway motorcycle trails. This includes 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 DNR and conduct other OHM-related discussions and business. The public is invited to join the meeting via Zoom. The Zoom meeting link, agenda and other meeting materials are available on the OHM Council webpage.
Join online via Zoom.
Join via phone:
3092053325; 86218909756#
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Contested case hearing regarding Keith and Colleen Mustain permit application to fill in wetlands in town of Oshkosh
Date: 12/09/2024
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: In-Person; See Details for Information
608-266-3865
On or about March 24, 2023, Keith and Colleen Mustain (Petitioners) filed an after-the-fact permit application with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) under Wis. Stat. § 281.36 for the placement of fill into wetlands on their property located at Government Lot 3, Section 32, Township 19 North, Range 16 East, Town of Oshkosh, Winnebago County (Permit Application IP-NE-2023-71-0090). The DNR denied the application by order dated Sept. 11, 2023.
On Oct. 10, 2023, the Petitioners filed a petition for a contested case hearing with the DNR to review the denial pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 227.42 and 281.36 and Wis. Admin. Code ch. NR 2. By letter dated Nov. 9, 2023, the DNR granted the request for a contested case hearing, which the DNR limited to the following issues: (1) whether the DNR properly applied the requirements under Wis. Stat. § 281.36(3b) and (3m) to the Petitioners’ March 24, 2023, individual permit application; and (2) whether the proposed project represents the least environmentally damaging practicable alternative taking into consideration practicable alternatives that avoid wetland impacts and whether all practicable measures to minimize the adverse impacts to wetland functional values will be taken (Wis. Stat. § 281.36(3n)(c)1. & 2.). On Feb. 27, 2024, the Division of Hearings and Appeals received, for filing, an original request for a hearing from the DNR.
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 ch. NR 2 and Wis. Admin. Code § HA 1.12, at 4321 W. College Ave., Suite 260, Appleton, WI 54914 on Dec. 9 through 11, commencing at 8:30 a.m. each day. 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 end of the presentation of evidence. Such interested persons should enter an appearance either prior to or at the commencement of the contested case hearing. Information about the hearing may be found on 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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Disability Advisory Council Winter Meeting
Date: 12/06/2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Shannon Holt, Shannon.Holt@wisconsin.gov or 608-279-8735
This is a meeting of the DNR Disability Advisory Council. The Council will advise the Department of Natural Resources on matters pertaining to the accessibility of all department programs and services by persons with disabilities. There will be an opportunity for public comments at 1:30 p.m.
Join this meeting via Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 211 965 488 588; Passcode: viEMnT
Join by phone: 16085712209; 702348109#
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Snowmobile Council Ad Hoc On Cost Increase Requests
Date: 12/05/2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. - End of Agenda
Location: Virtual
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 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 DNR. The public is invited to join the meeting via Zoom. The Zoom meeting link, agenda and other meeting materials are available on the Snowmobile Recreation Council webpage.
Join online via Zoom or dial 833-548-0276.
Meeting ID: 867 6700 2964; Passcode: 682799
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Remediation And Redevelopment External Advisory Group (RR EAG) Subgroup Meetings – Funding Sustainability, NR 700, Vapor Intrusion
Date: 12/05/2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: State Natural Resources Building (GEF 2), 101 S. Webster St.
Coreen Fallat, CoreenR.Fallat@wisconsin.gov or 608-910-0581
Join via Zoom:
Funding Sustainability Subgroup – 10 – 11:30 a.m.
NR 700 Subgroup – noon – 1:30 p.m.
Vapor Intrusion Subgroup – 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Engagement Ad Hoc Meeting – 3:45 – 4:30 p.m.
The RR EAG and its subgroups were formed to address a broad range of issues, encompassing both technical and policy topics related to encouraging the investigation, cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated sites in Wisconsin. The meeting is open to the public.
Visit the DNR's RR EAG webpage for meeting agenda, materials and additional information. Subscribe for updates on future RR EAG meetings.
Attend in-person:
State Natural Resources Building (GEF 2)
Room G27A
101 S. Webster St.
Madison, WI
In-person attendees should RSVP to CoreenR.Fallat@wisconsin.gov. Please check in at the security desk before taking the elevator.
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Diversity Team Meeting
Date: 12/04/2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Sierra Storkel, SierraD.Storkel@wisconsin.gov or 608-215-7214
This is a public meeting of the Wisconsin DNR Diversity Team, which will be meeting to discuss ongoing projects.
Join this meeting on Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 272 201 396 679; Passcode: KzYprW
Join by phone: 608-571-2209; Phone Conference ID: 429 098 209#
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DNR Bear Advisory Committee Meeting
Date: 12/04/2024
Time: 8:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Randy Johnson, Randy.Johnson@wiscosnin.gov or 715-499-0010
The DNR Bear Advisory Committee, a diverse group representing government agencies, non-governmental organizations, tribal interests and conservation groups, meets to discuss issues relating to bear management. The Committee advises the DNR Wildlife Leadership Team on a variety of topics such as hunting regulations, conflict management, surveys and research priorities.
Agenda (subject to change)
8:45 a.m.: Public comment (3 minutes per person; in person or virtually; email Randy.Johnson@wisconsin.gov or call 715-499-0010 by noon on Dec. 2 to register to speak)
9 a.m.: Review 2024 bear harvest and conflict data
10 a.m.: Develop 2025 bear season recommendations
Noon: Committee Member’s Matters
12:30 p.m.: Adjourn Day 2
Join by phone: 646-931-3860; 865 1618 3756
Join in-person:
Mead Wildlife Area Education Center
201517 County Road S
Milladore, WI 54454
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Council on Recycling Meeting
Date: 12/03/2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Jennifer Semrau, Jennifer.Semrau@wisconsin.gov or 608-381-0960
Agenda topics for the council include DNR and legislative updates, a discussion and possible action on battery legislative options, a report on 2023 recycling data, a food waste diversion update, an overview of commodity markets, required training on public records and ethics and more. A complete agenda can be found on the Wisconsin Council on Recycling's webpage.
Join this meeting via Microsoft Teams.
Join by phone: 608-571-2209; Phone conference ID: 419 805 195#
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Wisconsin Invasive Species Council Meeting
Date: 12/03/2024
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 hear two presentations. One will cover some of the efforts of Wisconsin's Cooperative Invasive Species Management Areas (CISMAs), and the other will cover updates from the department's organisms in trade coordinator.
Join this meeting via Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 246 801 233 758; Passcode: Jpozxt
Join by phone: 608-571-2209,391165615#
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DNR Bear Advisory Committee Meeting
Date: 12/03/2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Randy Johnson, Randy.Johnson@wisconsin.gov or 715-499-0010
The DNR Bear Advisory Committee, a diverse group representing government agencies, non-governmental organizations, tribal interests and conservation groups, meets to discuss issues relating to bear management. The committee advises the DNR Wildlife Leadership Team on a variety of topics, such as hunting regulations, conflict management, surveys and research priorities.
Agenda (subject to change)
- 9 a.m.: Introductions and roll call
- 9:15 a.m.: Public input (3 minutes per person; in person or virtually. Email Randy.Johnson@wisconsin.gov or call 715-499-0010 by noon on Dec. 2 to register to speak.)
- 9:30 a.m. to noon: Administrative rule updates and discussion
- Recent rule updates
- Discuss clarifications to existing rules
- Rule ideas/proposals
- Noon to 1 p.m.: Lunch
- 1 to 4 p.m.: Bear management updates
- BearWise Program
- Bear research update
- Review committee charter, bear management plan
- 4 p.m.: Adjourn day 1
Join in-person:
Mead Wildlife Area Education Center
201517 County Road S
Milladore, WI 54454
Join this meeting virtually on Zoom.
Meeting ID: 865 1618 3756
Join by phone: 1-646-931-3860
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