The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Groundwater Coordinating Council meets quarterly to discuss issues of interest and make decisions regarding groundwater issues of concern. On August 9, 2024, the council met. Speakers include: Jess Haucke – UWSP – Central Wisconsin Groundwater Center on Central Wisconsin Baseflow Monitoring Project Richard Pavelski – Founder – President, Farming for the […]
On August 1, 2024, the Legislative Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes toured Horicon Marsh during their first meeting.
The Legislative Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes is directed to review and recommend options for legislation relating to the management of Wisconsin’s sandhill crane population. The committee shall examine population trends and determine whether any changes to state law would effectively address the incidence and consequences of crop damage caused by sandhill cranes in this […]
On August 1, 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Drinking Water and Groundwater Study Group met on the following agenda: 9:30 a.m. Welcome 9:40 a.m. Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Community Outreach Grant Olivia Fronmueller, Federal Programs Project Manager, DNR 10 a.m. 2024 WI Public Water Systems Annual Compliance Report Highlights Beth Goldowitz, Public […]
On July 26, 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Resources RR EAG met on the following agenda: Roll Call New Member Introductions DNR Updates NR 700 Rule Advisory Committee Update RR Sites Map Updates NR 700 Semiannual Reporting Subgroup Updates Funding Sustainability Subgroup – Mark Rutkowski NR 700 Subgroup – Bill Nelson Vapor Intrusion – Ed […]
On July 17, 2024, the Department of Natural Resources will hold a public hearing and informational webinar to gather input on which topics related to surface water quality standards should be top priorities for work over the next three years. This is part of the DNR’s Triennial Standards Review process to determine how the DNR […]
On June 21, 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ PFAS External Advisory Group met and featured guest speaker Ali Ling, Associate Professor of Civil Engineering from the University of St. Thomas.
On May 14, 2024, the Wisconsin State Senate held a veto review and special session on the following: Senate Bill 98: verifying citizenship of individuals on the official voter registration list and contents of operator’s licenses and identification cards; Senate Bill 139: establishing a statewide wolf population goal; Senate Bill 145: advanced practice registered nurses, extending […]
On May 8, 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Deer Advisory Committee met on the following agenda: Welcome & Introductions Approve March minutes Spring Hearing Results related to Deer Season Structure recommendations (Maps) Summary of CDAC recommendations Public Comment period CDAC Recommendations Review by Zone Members Matters Adjourn
On May 2, 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources held a Drinking Water and Groundwater Study Group meeting featuring the following agenda: I. Welcome II. WPDES General Permit for Operation and Maintenance of Municipal Water Systems Jason Knutson & Leila Jenkins, Wastewater Program – DNR III. Safe Drinking Water Loan Program UpdateCommunity Financial Assistance, […]
On April 22, 2024, Gov. Evers will speaks to members of the media following his Earth Day announcement.