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SUMMARY:Iron County Board Meeting - Say no to cooperation between Enbridge and the Sherriff Deparment
DESCRIPTION:Cooperative Agreements with Sherriff Departments \nEnbridge is trying to establish Cooperative Agreements with the Sherriff Departments in Ashland\, Bayfield\, and Iron Counties. Ashland and Iron County both passed agreements in February. There’s an effort in Ashland to have a re-vote. Bayfield County is considering a modified version after voting no in February. There is a conflict of interest with teh Sheriff Departments serving to protect the Bad River Band and then having a cooperative agreement with Enbridge. The priority needs to be serving and building trust within our local communities\, not protecting a Canadian company.\nAshland County Board Meetings: 9am on 3/24\, 4/21\nBayfield County Board Meetings 6pm on 3/31\, 4/28\nIron County Board Meetings: 6pm on 3/31\, 4/28 \nSee attached flier and this update post for more information.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/iron-county-board-meeting-say-no-to-cooperation-between-enbridge-and-the-sherriff-deparment-2/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T150000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Public Hearing - 4 Water Body Crossing DNR Permits
DESCRIPTION:Informational Hearing Time/Accessing:  \nThe public informational hearing is scheduled for Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026 beginning promptly at 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada). The hearing will be held until 3:00pm Central Time or until the last oral comments are received\, whichever occurs first. \nThe hearing will be held virtually via the Zoom Remote Conferencing Platform\, which is accessible by computer or phone. Please use the following link to access the informational hearing:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84534209103?pwd=THCQwD41CbUjubbIXFrwJaNAoyTydH.1\nYou can also join by visiting Zoom’s website https://zoom.us/join  or calling +1 646 931 3860 (US) and entering the Meeting ID 845 3420 9103 and Passcode 811602. \nAbout the Hearing:  \nPublic Notification Download – https://permits.dnr.wi.gov/water/SitePages/DocSetPNView.aspx?DocSet=WP-IP-NO-2025-2-X11-24T14-27-22 \nThe Department has scheduled a public informational hearing for the four projects for Wednesday\, Aprill 22nd at 12pm Central Time (US and Canada). The public informational hearing will be held virtually via the Zoom Remote Conferencing Platform\, which is accessible by computer or phone. The public informational hearing provides an opportunity for you and the Department to gather additional facts to help gauge the possible environmental impacts of your proposed projects. The hearing is informational only. Department staff will manage the hearing agenda according to set procedures to allow all who attend a chance to be heard and to gather as much factual information as possible. The applicant (or applicant representative) is responsible for preparing and presenting information on the proposed projects\, as it relates to their waterway permit applications. \nThe enclosed document is a “Notice of Public Hearing” for your projects. The Department will publish the notice on our website today. The period to submit written public comments began on March 10\, 2026 (please reference your Notice of Pending Application letters) and will end 10 days after the date the public informational hearing is completed.\n“All who attend a chance to be heard and to gather as much factual information as possible.” \nBackground: One of our arguments in the contested case hearing was that Enbridge was not eligible for permits because they do not own the land at some stream crossings where they propose work\, and land ownership is a requirement. This fall Enbridge co-submitted new applications with the landowners they have easements with for the four locations in question. The public comment period on those permits is now open and it’s a good opportunity to show continued opposition.  Here’s the action page Sierra Club has set up. \n\nUnnamed Tributary to Brunsweiler River (Docket Number IP-NO-2025-2-N03672) –  WP-IP-NO-2025-2-X11-24T14-27-22\nBeartrap Creek (Docket Number IP-NO-2025-2-N03673) –  WP-IP-NO-2025-2-X11-24T14-29-11\nLittle Beartrap Creek (Docket Number IP-NO-2025-2-03679) –  WP-IP-NO-2025-2-X11-24T14-30-45\nBay City Creek (Docket Number IP-NO-2025-2-03680) –  WP-IP-NO-2025-2-X11-24T14-32-15\n\nIf you would like to know more about this project or would like to see the application and plans\, please visit the Department’s permit tracking website and search by Permit Docket Number (listed below): https://permits.dnr.wi.gov/water/SitePages/Permit%20Search.aspx \nSubmit Written Comment:\nAny person may submit written comments by emailing macaulay.haller@wisconsin.gov \, by leaving a voice message at (608) 347-0240\, or writing to Macaulay Haller\, 101 S. Webster St.\, Madison\, WI\, 53707-7921 by mail. Comments should include the docket number (listed below) or applicant name and should relate to whether the project meets the legal standards listed above. Comments must be submitted or postmarked no later than 10 days after the hearing date (May 2\, 2026).
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/virtual-public-hearing-4-water-body-crossing-dnr-permits/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T190000
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SUMMARY:Ashland City Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:City of Ashland selling water to Enbridge\nEnbridge has approached the City of Ashalnd Public Works Committee about selling water to Enbridge for the construction of the Line 5 reroute project. On Feb. 11\, 2020 the City Council unanimously passed a Resolution “to support the efforts of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa to remove the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline from the Bad River Watershed.” To be an ally\, our actions must align with our words and selling water to Enbridge goes against the Bad River Bands efforts to remove the pipeline from the watershed. \nThey are not discussing the issue at this meeting\, BUT folks were directed to comment/communicate about it at the Ashland City Council meeting rather than at Public Works Committee. \nSee agenda here: https://ashlandwi.portal.civicclerk.com/event/1091/files/agenda/3675 and https://www.coawi.org/233/City-Council \nOther meetings:\nPublic Works Committee Meetings: 5:30pm on 4/9\, 5/14\nCity Council Meetings: 6pm on 3/31\, 4/7\, 4/21\, 5/21\, 5/26 \nSee attached flier and this update post for more information. \nPrevious meeting recordings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w90h2flR_v0\nLocal Citizens have been attempting to find out why Ashland WI governments are agreeing to contracts (for sale of water) and agreements (to privatize local law enforcement) with Enbridge when Ashland previously unanimously signed a resolution that they would stand and support Bad River in their fight against Enbridge to Shut Down Line 5 permanently. Bad River is requesting healing between neighbors yet Ashland appears to be doing the opposite by taking action in standing with Enbridge instead of with Bad River.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/ashland-city-council-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T035408Z
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SUMMARY:Ashland County Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This meeting is NOT discussing topics relevant to Line 5 to our knowledge. Instead\, we recommend attending the Ashland City Council meeting. \nAshland County Board Meetings: 9am on 3/24\, 4/21\nJoin the meeting virtually with this zoom link.\nMeeting ID: 891 9840 4728\nPasscode: 144110\nSearch for the Agenda and Minutes for the meeting here. \nBayfield County Board Meetings 6pm on 3/31\, 4/28\nIron County Board Meetings: 6pm on 3/31\, 4/28 \nSee attached flier and this update post for more information. \nCooperative Agreements with Sherriff Departments \nEnbridge is trying to establish Cooperative Agreements with the Sherriff Departments in Ashland\, Bayfield\, and Iron Counties. Ashland and Iron County both passed agreements in February. There’s an effort in Ashland to have a re-vote. Bayfield County is considering a modified version after voting no in February. There is a conflict of interest with teh Sheriff Departments serving to protect the Bad River Band and then having a cooperative agreement with Enbridge. The priority needs to be serving and building trust within our local communities\, not protecting a Canadian company.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/ashland-county-board-meeting-say-no-to-cooperation-between-enbridge-and-the-sherriff-deparment-2/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T040311Z
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED Bayfield County Board of Supervisors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Bayfield County Board of Supervisors is meeting regarding the new contract discussing money for the sheriff (as the alternative to the WCA/Enbridge contract with the Sheriff’s office). \nPublic Comment Needed! \nCalendar link: https://www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=10139&month=4&year=2026&day=20&calType=0\nVirtual meeting: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/25291229446963?p=paAZRC7CkAIEBSvj\nAgenda link: https://www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-3303 \nWe are looking at Agenda item number 16. Discussion regarding Public Safety Cost Revory Ordinance \nPrevious meeting recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE6Yvr8CoTU\nDuring the last meeting\, the Bayfield Board of Supervisors denied all Law Enforcement agreements with Enbridge. Instead\, they decided to move forward towards creating an Ordinance so that everything was/is transparent when it comes to the utilization of Law Enforcement by private entities. Bayfield also turned down Enbridge paying for Law Enforcement safety equipment and decided the county should pay for protective gear themselves. Law Enforcement shows old equipment as their sales pitch.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/bayfield-county-board-of-supervisors-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T014130Z
UID:1651-1776358800-1776358800@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Ashland Public Works Committee Meetings: RESCHEDULED
DESCRIPTION:City of Ashland selling water to Enbridge\nEnbridge has approached the City of Ashalnd Public Works Committee about selling water to Enbridge for the construction of the Line 5 reroute project. On Feb. 11\, 2020 the City Council unanimously passed a Resolution “to support the efforts of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa to remove the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline from the Bad River Watershed.” To be an ally\, our actions must align with our words and selling water to Enbridge goes against the Bad River Bands efforts to remove the pipeline from the watershed.\nSee attached flier and this update post for more background information. \nPublic Works Committee Meetings: 5:00 pm on 4/16\, 5/14\n(Note that this meeting was rescheduled from 4/9).\nHere is the consistent meeting link to public works meetings.\nCheck for more meeting details at City of Ashland Public Meeting Portal website.\nCheck here for meeting Agendas and Minutes. \nAdditionally City of Ashland will host the following:\nCity Council Meetings: 6pm on 3/31\, 4/7\, 4/21\, 5/21\, 5/26
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/ashland-public-works-committee-meetings/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20260310T184631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T120552Z
UID:1513-1776344400-1776351600@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Line 5 Reroute Hearing
DESCRIPTION:Pack the courtrooms to attend the Line 5 Reroute hearing!\nThis hearing is in response to the Bad River Band’s appeal of the WDNR permit for the re-route of Line 5. It will address the Band’s request for a stay on construction while the court case is open. The Bad River Band is continuing to object to the WDNR permitting of the LIne 5 reroute and the case is now being heard by Bayfield County’s Judge Anderson.\nThere is no public comment opportunity during these proceedings. Instead lawyers representing Bad River and lawyers from the WDNR and Enbridge will be presenting their cases to Judge Anderson for a decision. \nLocation: Bayfield County Courthouse with live streaming to the Iron County Courthouse. No virtual option\nPlease see the flyer for more details. \nDetails on the rules set by Judge Anderson regarding public access and media access: \n“Except for designated media representatives\, the general public will be prohibited from operating any electronic devices..”    ” Representatives of the media who wish to take still photographs of the proceedings must have permission from the Court prior to the hearing. “.. “No person\, including media representative\, shall be allowed to record by video or audio” \nAll media requests should be submitted more than 72 hours prior to the hearing. Iron County media coordinator:\nMichael Baldwin\, KBJR\n246 S Lake Ave\nDuluth\, MN 55802\n(218)481-6212\nmbaldwin@kbir6.com \nBoth the Bayfield and Iron County courtrooms will be open to the public during any hearing at which Judge Anderson will appear remotely. Seating is limited in both courtrooms and the safe room capacity in each will not be exceeded. Due to the number of attorneys and parties and the need for a more robust video conference and presentation system than currently exists in the Iron County courtroom\, in- person appearances by lawyers and parties will be in the Bayfield County courtroom. \n\nWith that\, there is an opportunity for folks who are interested in taking on an independent media role to get a press pass. If you’re interested\, email southshorewaterprotectors@proton.me \nAs defined by law (Constitution and Bill of Rights)\, journalists with an official press pass have additional protection while working at actions. The designation also provides for privacy related to their “source” of information. It is time a Water Protectors’ News Team be established. The first step is to identify a small diverse group interested in obtaining an official Press Pass. We have identified a legally registered news outlet willing to issue the pass. If you are a good writer\, have the ability to move fast to an action/event\, critically observe/document and are skilled at using the wide array of platforms for getting news out\, you are needed!\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/line-5-reroute-hearing/
LOCATION:Bayfield and Iron County Courthouses
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T190953Z
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SUMMARY:Ashland City Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:City of Ashland selling water to Enbridge\nEnbridge has approached the City of Ashalnd Public Works Committee about selling water to Enbridge for the construction of the Line 5 reroute project. On Feb. 11\, 2020 the City Council unanimously passed a Resolution “to support the efforts of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa to remove the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline from the Bad River Watershed.” To be an ally\, our actions must align with our words and selling water to Enbridge goes against the Bad River Bands efforts to remove the pipeline from the watershed.\nPublic Works Committee Meetings: 5:30pm on 4/9\, 5/14\nCity Council Meetings: 6pm on 3/31\, 4/7\, 4/21\, 5/21\, 5/26 \nSee attached flier and this update post for more information.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/ashland-city-council-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20260321T190407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T230349Z
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SUMMARY:Iron County Board Meeting - Say no to cooperation between Enbridge and the Sherriff Deparment
DESCRIPTION:Iron County Board of Supervisors – 6pm – https://www.co.iron.wi.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=856&month=3&year=2026&day=31&calType=0\nAgenda – https://www.co.iron.wi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03312026-176 – https://www.co.iron.wi.gov/agendacenter \nCooperative Agreements with Sherriff Departments \nEnbridge is trying to establish Cooperative Agreements with the Sherriff Departments in Ashland\, Bayfield\, and Iron Counties. Ashland and Iron County both passed agreements in February. There’s an effort in Ashland to have a re-vote. Bayfield County is considering a modified version after voting no in February. There is a conflict of interest with teh Sheriff Departments serving to protect the Bad River Band and then having a cooperative agreement with Enbridge. The priority needs to be serving and building trust within our local communities\, not protecting a Canadian company.\nAshland County Board Meetings: 9am on 3/24\, 4/21\nBayfield County Board Meetings 6pm on 3/31\, 4/28\nIron County Board Meetings: 6pm on 3/31\, 4/28 \nSee attached flier and this update post for more information.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/iron-county-board-meeting-say-no-to-cooperation-between-enbridge-and-the-sherriff-deparment/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20260321T190154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T230723Z
UID:1642-1774980000-1774987200@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Bayfield County Board Meeting - Say no to cooperation between Enbridge and the Sherriff Deparment
DESCRIPTION:Cooperative Agreements with Sherriff Departments \nEnbridge is trying to establish Cooperative Agreements with the Sherriff Departments in Ashland\, Bayfield\, and Iron Counties. Ashland and Iron County both passed agreements in February. There’s an effort in Ashland to have a re-vote. Bayfield County is considering a modified version after voting no in February. There is a conflict of interest with teh Sheriff Departments serving to protect the Bad River Band and then having a cooperative agreement with Enbridge. The priority needs to be serving and building trust within our local communities\, not protecting a Canadian company.\nAshland County Board Meetings: 9am on 3/24\, 4/21\nBayfield County Board Meetings 6pm on 3/31\, 4/28\nIron County Board Meetings: 6pm on 3/31\, 4/28 \nSee attached flier and this update post for more information. \nInformation: https://www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=10138&month=3&year=2026&day=31&calType=0\nAgenda – https://www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03312026-3293 – https://www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/AgendaCenter/County-Board-of-Supervisors-1/?#_03312026-3293 \nJoin Virtually: Attendance : Microsoft Teams meeting Join:\nhttps://teams.microsoft.com/meet/22616059387615?p=hI9IE42vRkkXuukws1\nMeeting ID: 226 160 593 876 15\nPasscode: T8G4a2gz\nDial in by phone +1 715-318-2087\,\,941101349#\n(Go to agenda if link doesn’t work) \nHighlights From Agenda :\nItem 10. At the last Executive Committee meeting there was discussion regarding an agreement with Wisconsin Counties Association (WCA) and Enbridge for the pipeline project reimbursement expenses. As additional public safety expenses may be incurred for protective equipment and response in Bayfield and Ashland Counties\, Enbridge has established an escrow account administered by WCA to reimburse local entities for associated extraordinary law enforcement services. \nExec meeting highlights:\nAt the Exec meeting several motions were made:\n• A motion to forward the existing WCA/ Enbridge agreement to the board failed by a 2-4 vote.\n• A motion to seek no reimbursement from WCA/Enbridge failed 0-6.\nA recommendation to investigate an alternative reimbursement process with a general\npolicy addressing:\n• Eligible costs\n• Board approval\n• Affirmation of constitutional protections\n• Compliance with open records laws \nAt the Exec meeting\, One member preferred not to go through WCA. Three members preferred WCA. Two members wanted to see options and addressing of the “conflict of interest” concern. Corporation Counsel was directed to prepare possible options. \nAttached in the packet are four reimbursement options for consideration. The first two are agreements\, the second two are ordinances. The WCA/Enbridge/Bayfield County\nagreement has received WCA/Enbridge approval. All four of these options were sent to WCA/Enbridge for their review last Thursday\, March 26. \n\nModified WCA / Enbridge Agreement: This is similar to previous versions with several revisions to address Supervisor concerns. It also includes specific mention of dispatch/communications related expenses with interoperability and the\npotential need for adding more dispatchers. Approved by WCA/ENBRIDGE\nPublic Safety Expense Grant and Reimbursement Agreement: This is a direct contract between Enbridge and Bayfield County. This agreement mirrors items in the WCA agreement but does not involve WCA. Not yet approved by Enbridge.\nCommunity Events Ordinance: This utilizes verbiage directly from the La Crosse Community Events ordinance\, allowing for pre-payment of expected event costs. It is a more general application that involves the granting of a permit. This option is included as an example and would require additional work.\nOrdinance Establishing Cost Recovery For Extraordinary Public Safety Services. This document combines elements of the La Crosse ordinance with best practices for establishing and operating a neutral cost recovery framework for events\, projects\, and activities that require extraordinary public safety services. This is a cost recovery type agreement.\n\nAgreements #1 and 2 specify that nothing in this Agreement shall require any County or Sheriff to provide any services beyond that required under Wisconsin Law. Both of the ordinances would benefit from additional review and final adjustments\, attachments\, etc.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/bayfield-county-board-meeting-say-no-to-cooperation-between-enbridge-and-the-sherriff-deparment/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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SUMMARY:Ashland City Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Info: https://ashlandwi.portal.civicclerk.com/\nAgenda – https://ashlandwi.portal.civicclerk.com/event/1089/files/agenda/3644\nTo attend the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/500263957 Access Code: 500-263-957 Or dial in using your phone. United States (Toll Free): 1-877-309-2073 \nCity of Ashland selling water to Enbridge\nEnbridge has approached the City of Ashalnd Public Works Committee about selling water to Enbridge for the construction of the Line 5 reroute project. On Feb. 11\, 2020 the City Council unanimously passed a Resolution “to support the efforts of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa to remove the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline from the Bad River Watershed.” To be an ally\, our actions must align with our words and selling water to Enbridge goes against the Bad River Bands efforts to remove the pipeline from the watershed.\nPublic Works Committee Meetings: 5:30pm on 4/9\, 5/14\nCity Council Meetings: 6pm on 3/31\, 4/7\, 4/21\, 5/21\, 5/26 \nSee attached flier and this update post for more information.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/ashland-city-council-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T110000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20260321T185852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T185852Z
UID:1635-1774342800-1774350000@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Ashland County Board Meeting - Say no to cooperation between Enbridge and the Sherriff Deparment
DESCRIPTION:Cooperative Agreements with Sherriff Departments \nEnbridge is trying to establish Cooperative Agreements with the Sherriff Departments in Ashland\, Bayfield\, and Iron Counties. Ashland and Iron County both passed agreements in February. There’s an effort in Ashland to have a re-vote. Bayfield County is considering a modified version after voting no in February. There is a conflict of interest with teh Sheriff Departments serving to protect the Bad River Band and then having a cooperative agreement with Enbridge. The priority needs to be serving and building trust within our local communities\, not protecting a Canadian company.\nAshland County Board Meetings: 9am on 3/24\, 4/21\nBayfield County Board Meetings 6pm on 3/31\, 4/28\nIron County Board Meetings: 6pm on 3/31\, 4/28 \nSee attached flier and this update post for more information.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/ashland-county-board-meeting-say-no-to-cooperation-between-enbridge-and-the-sherriff-deparment/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260227T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20260221T215822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T215822Z
UID:1469-1772186400-1772197200@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority to meet Feb. 27 in Lansing
DESCRIPTION:LANSING\, Mich. – The Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority (MSCA)\, tasked with overseeing construction\, maintenance and operation of a utility tunnel beneath the Straits of Mackinac\, will meet Feb. 27 in Lansing. A copy of the full agenda will be available at the MSCA website. The meeting will be available to watch live on YouTube. \nWho:\nCommunity members\, Interested residents\, Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) staff and contractors \nAccessibility:\nAttendees who require mobility\, visual\, hearing\, written\, or other assistance for effective participation should contact Orlando Curry at 517-241-7462 or CurryO@Michigan.gov\, preferably at least five business days prior to the scheduled meeting. Forms are located on the Title VI webpage. Requests made after this timeframe will be evaluated and honored to the extent possible. \nPublic comment:\nWritten public comment to the MSCA may be submitted online or to MDOT-MSCA@Michigan.gov. Each person who chooses to provide public comment at the meeting venue will have up to three minutes to address the MSCA. \nBackground:\nThe tunnel will house a replacement segment for the Enbridge Line 5 light oil and natural gas liquids (NGL) pipelines that currently sit on the bottom of the Straits and will accommodate other utilities to improve infrastructure connections between the peninsulas. MSCA will own the tunnel after it is built and provide independent oversight throughout its life. \nMore information regarding the authority’s role\, meeting minutes and recordings\, and other resources are available on the MSCA website\, including a list of frequently asked questions and answers.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/mackinac-straits-corridor-authority-to-meet-feb-27-in-lansing/
LOCATION:Michigan Library and Historical Center\, 702 W. Kalamazoo St.\, Lansing\, Michigan\, 48915\, United States Minor Outlying Islands
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20260221T210451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T211339Z
UID:1439-1771956000-1771959600@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Ashland City Council Meeting - Tell them not to sell water to Enbridge
DESCRIPTION:The City of Ashland is considering selling water to Enbridge for the construction of the Line 5 reroute project through the Bad River water shed. \n\n\n\nShow up on February 24th at 6pm and tell the council to say NO to Enbridge.  \n\n\n\nCan’t show up? Email the council members.  Matthew MacKenzie – Mayor: mmackenzie@coawi.org Kevin Seefeldt – District 1 Alderperson: district1@coawi.org Shawn Brede – District 2 Alderperson: district2@coawi.org Peter Levi – District 3 Alderperson: district3@coawi.org Andrew Goyke – District 4 Alderperson: district4@coawi.org Jim Gregoire – District 5 Alderperson: district5@coawi.org Charlie Ortman – District 6 Alderperson and City Council President: district6@coawi.org Nancy Sztyndor- District 7 Alderperson: district7@coawi.org \n\n\n\n#waterislife #stopline5
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/ashland-city-council-meeting-say-no-to-selling-water-to-enbridge/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20260107T222258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T173904Z
UID:1125-1771927200-1771952400@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Oral Hearing in the Supreme Court--Nessel vs. Enbridge
DESCRIPTION:There will be an oral hearling in the Supreme Court case scheduled for 10 am (EST) on February 24\, 2026. \nSee more here: https://www.supremecourt.gov/search.aspx?filename=/docket/DocketFiles/html/Public/24-783.html 
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/oral-hearing-in-the-supreme-court-nessel-vs-enbridge/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20260221T214254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T215145Z
UID:1461-1771923600-1771959600@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Bayfield and Ashland County meeting to discuss Enbridge funding law enforcement
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, both the Bayfield County Board of Supervisors and the Ashland County Board of Supervisors is meeting and potentially voting on a cooperative agreement between the County Sherrifs Dept. and Enbridge where sherrifs would provide law enforcement services for Enbridge and Enbridge will reimburse them. Show up on Tuesday February 24th to voice your concerns. Also show up to the City of Ashland council meeting to tell them not to sell water to Enbridge. More information here.  \n\n\n\nAshland County Board of Supervisors Meeting:  Courthouse\, 201 Main st. W\, Ashland Tuesday\, February 24th at 9am \n\n\n\nBayfield County Board of Supervisors Meeting Courthouse\, 117 E 5th St.\, Washburn Tuesday\, February 24th at 6pm \n\n\n\nAshland City Council Meeting City Hall\, 601 Main st. W\, Ashland Tuesday\, February 24th at 6pm \nMore information on agreement between Enbridge and local Sherrif Departments:  Services Enbridge is funding will include: 1. Assign officers to perform patrols of the Project site and surrounding locations on a daily basis to promote safety and wellbeing on the Project site.2. Control measures. Maintain the peace in and around the Project site\, including assistance with crowd3. Statutory duties. Provide any required emergency or environmental services consistent with4. Coordinate with Enbridge Project personnel as required to perform statutory duties.5. Provide transportation\, parking\, and traffic control services.6. Project site. Respond to calls for service received through general dispatch for incidents at the7. Respond to accidents or incidents at the Project site requiring first responder services\, including but not limited to administration of first aid and completing accident reports.8. Assist in the development and presentation of education-based programs to address public safety concerns regarding the Project. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOf exceptional concern in the agreement is Section G. which appears to highlight keeping all financial records hidden and it tip toes on all files being hidden. I.e. no FOIA allowable. This is an extra caveot to what they did for the Line 3 agreement. Likely because people were able to FOIA the financial records and then publicize them. \n\n\n\nOf additional concern\, is that it is likely that the County Board agenda does not comply with the notice requirements of the open meetings law. See pp 14 to 17 of this compliance guide. The law says that the agenda needs to appraise the public of what will be discussed and that if the government body can anticipate a lot of public interest then they need to be more specific. If that agreement relates to Enbridge then the agenda title should say that explicitly since the public is surely interested in an agreement that relates to Enbridge. https://www.wisdoj.gov/Open%20Government/OML_guide.pdf \n\n\n\nDownload and read the agreement here. \n\n\n\nWCA- Public Safety Expense Escrow Agreement- Counties (final)
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/bayfield-and-ashland-county-meeting-to-discuss-enbridge-funding-law-enforcement/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20251202T160055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T160055Z
UID:1095-1764892800-1764979199@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Public Comment DUE - Line 5 tunnel permit
DESCRIPTION:All public comments for the Army Corp of Engineers Line 5 tunnel permit are due by the end of the day December 5th\, EST. Submit written comment here. \nAdditionally\, virtual 3 minute public comments for the Line 5 tunnel permit will be on December 3rd from 1-4pm EST. \nLinks: \n\nVirtual public comment: https://www.line5tunneleis.com/public-meeting-information/\nSubmit written public comment: https://www.line5tunneleis.com/submit-comments-2/\nDraft EIS supplemental documents: https://www.line5tunneleis.com/no-title/\nPublic Notice of permit application: https://publibrary.sec.usace.army.mil/api/download?id=aafd7508-d874-4208-c72c-1832f6bcf217&filename=20100046356A19SDEISPN.pdf&token=&preview=true
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/public-comment-due-line-5-tunnel-permit/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20251202T155336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T160520Z
UID:1087-1764766800-1764777600@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Virtual public comments - Line 5 tunnel permit
DESCRIPTION:Virtual 3 minute public comments for the Army Corp of Engineers Line 5 tunnel permit will be on December 3rd from 1-4pm EST. See this link for more information. \nAdditionally\, all public comments for the Line 5 tunnel permit are due by the end of the day December 5th\, EST. See links below for more information. \nLinks: \n\nVirtual public comment: https://www.line5tunneleis.com/public-meeting-information/\nSubmit written public comment: https://www.line5tunneleis.com/submit-comments-2/\nDraft EIS supplemental documents: https://www.line5tunneleis.com/no-title/\nPublic Notice of permit application: https://publibrary.sec.usace.army.mil/api/download?id=aafd7508-d874-4208-c72c-1832f6bcf217&filename=20100046356A19SDEISPN.pdf&token=&preview=true\n\n 
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/virtual-public-comments-line-5-tunnel-permit/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251114
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20250805T174409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T212818Z
UID:517-1762992000-1763078399@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Enbridge Reply Brief Due - Nessel v. Enbridge
DESCRIPTION:November 13 is the deadline for the Enbridge Reply Brief in the US Supreme Court case Nessel v. Enbridge. \nFor more information visit the supreme court website. Or see this website for a description of the case from Michigan Advance.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/enbridge-reply-brief-due-nessel-v-enbridge/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20250805T174235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T212927Z
UID:510-1760400000-1760486399@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Nessel Response Brief Due - Nessel v. Enbridge
DESCRIPTION:October 14 is the deadline for Nessel’s response brief in the US Supreme Court for the case Nessel v. Enbridge. \nSee more on the Supreme Court website.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/nessel-response-brief-due-nessel-v-enbridge/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20250805T173610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T180011Z
UID:503-1759104000-1759535999@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:DNR Contested Case Hearing Pt. 5-- Madison
DESCRIPTION:The DNR Contested Case continues in Madison\, Wisconsin from September 29-October 3. The WI DNR will present its case. During the contested case hearing\, parties will argue in trial-like proceeding about a decision\, bringing evidence and testimony to prove their position. Proceedings will commence at 9:00 a.m. each day of hearing.  \nFor more information visit the MEA and the DNR websites and the MEA flyer. \nVirtual Option: The hearing will also be available by video and telephone via Microsoft Teams. To connect by video\, use Microsoft Teams on the web or the Teams app\, then enter the Meeting ID: 247 227 844 895 and passcode: aK6Bt7Ye. \nMore information on the contested case:  On Nov. 14\, 2024\, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Department) issued Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 to Enbridge Energy\, LP (Enbridge). On Dec. 12\, 2024\, the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, by its attorneys\, Earthjustice\, and 350 Wisconsin\, League of Women Voters of Wisconsin\, and Sierra Club\, by their attorneys Midwest Environmental Advocates and Clean Wisconsin\, filed Petitions for a Contested Case Hearing with the DNR pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 227.42\, 30.209\, and 281.36(3q).
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/dnr-contested-case-hearing-pt-5-madison/
LOCATION:Hill Farms State Office Building\, Room S149\, 4822 Madison Yards Way\, Madison\, Wisconsin
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20250805T165811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T180134Z
UID:479-1758499200-1758931199@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:DNR Contested Case Hearing Pt. 4-- Madison
DESCRIPTION:The DNR Contested Case continues in Madison\, Wisconsin from September 22-26. Enbridge will present its case. During the contested case hearing\, parties will argue in trial-like proceeding about a decision\, bringing evidence and testimony to prove their position. Proceedings will commence at 9:00 a.m. each day of hearing.  \nFor more information visit the MEA and the DNR websites and the MEA flyer. \nVirtual Option: The hearing will also be available by video and telephone via Microsoft Teams. To connect by video\, use Microsoft Teams on the web or the Teams app\, then enter the Meeting ID: 247 227 844 895 and passcode: aK6Bt7Ye. \nMore information on the contested case:  On Nov. 14\, 2024\, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Department) issued Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 to Enbridge Energy\, LP (Enbridge). On Dec. 12\, 2024\, the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, by its attorneys\, Earthjustice\, and 350 Wisconsin\, League of Women Voters of Wisconsin\, and Sierra Club\, by their attorneys Midwest Environmental Advocates and Clean Wisconsin\, filed Petitions for a Contested Case Hearing with the DNR pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 227.42\, 30.209\, and 281.36(3q).
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/dnr-contested-case-hearing-madison-contd/
LOCATION:Hill Farms State Office Building\, Room S149\, 4822 Madison Yards Way\, Madison\, Wisconsin
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20250804T202244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T180230Z
UID:470-1757894400-1758326399@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:DNR Contested Case Hearing Pt. 3 - Ashland
DESCRIPTION:The DNR Contested Case continues in Ashland\, Wisconsin from September 15-19 with a presentation from the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa concerning Enbridge’s Line 5 reroute. During the contested case hearing\, parties will argue in trial-like proceeding about a decision\, bringing evidence and testimony to prove their position. Proceedings will commence at 9:00 a.m. each day of hearing.  \nFor more information visit the MEA and the DNR websites and the MEA flyer. \nVirtual Option: The hearing will also be available by video and telephone via Microsoft Teams. To connect by video\, use Microsoft Teams on the web or the Teams app\, then enter the Meeting ID: 247 227 844 895 and passcode: aK6Bt7Ye. \nMore information on the contested case:  On Nov. 14\, 2024\, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Department) issued Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 to Enbridge Energy\, LP (Enbridge). On Dec. 12\, 2024\, the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, by its attorneys\, Earthjustice\, and 350 Wisconsin\, League of Women Voters of Wisconsin\, and Sierra Club\, by their attorneys Midwest Environmental Advocates and Clean Wisconsin\, filed Petitions for a Contested Case Hearing with the DNR pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 227.42\, 30.209\, and 281.36(3q). \n 
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/dnr-hearings-bad-river-band-of-lake-superior-chippewa-present-case/
LOCATION:Northwoods Technical College Conference Center\, 2100 Beaser Avenue\, Ashland\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20250909T220839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T204333Z
UID:593-1757836800-1757869200@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Enbridge v. Whitmer – Petition to the US Supreme Court Due
DESCRIPTION:Whitmer’s petition to the US Supreme Court is due on September 14\, as part of the case Enbridge v. Whitmer. Last Day to Call Whitmer and demand she file the Petition!!! 
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/enbridge-v-whitmer-petition-to-the-us-supreme-court-due-2/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20250804T201203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T221608Z
UID:468-1757376000-1757462399@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Phone zap - Enbridge v. Whitmer - Petition to the US Supreme Court !!
DESCRIPTION:Governor Whitmer has until September 14th to take the legal fight against Enbridge Line 5 to the Supreme Court. Call Gov Whitmer today and ask her to stand up to protect the water and file a petition to the Supreme Court.  Call (517)335-7858. SCRIPT: “Governor Whitmer\, file a Petition before September 14 to take the legal fight against Enbridge to the Supreme Court. “
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/enbridge-v-whitmer-petition-to-the-us-supreme-court-due/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20250803T010046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T180205Z
UID:446-1756857600-1757721599@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:DNR Contested Case Hearing Pt. 2-- Madison
DESCRIPTION:The DNR Contested Case continues in Madison\, Wisconsin from September 3-12 with presentations from environmental groups. During the contested case hearing\, parties will argue in trial-like proceeding about a decision\, bringing evidence and testimony to prove their position. Proceedings will commence at 9:00 a.m. each day of hearing.  \nSeptember 3: Public Testimony in court. \nNote: Members of the public who choose to testify are open to cross-examination by Enbridge attorneys.  If you wish to testify in either Ashland or Madison\, you must register at the start of the hearing on August 12. You may register in person or using the Teams link below. \nSept 4-12: Midwest Environmental Advocates (MEA) and Clean Wisconsin present their case. MEA is a coalition including Sierra Club\, 350 Wisconsin and League of Women Voters of Wisconsin. \nFor more information visit the MEA and the DNR websites and the MEA flyer. \nVirtual Option: The hearing will also be available by video and telephone via Microsoft Teams. To connect by video\, use Microsoft Teams on the web or the Teams app\, then enter the Meeting ID: 247 227 844 895 and passcode: aK6Bt7Ye. \nMore information on the contested case:  On Nov. 14\, 2024\, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Department) issued Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 to Enbridge Energy\, LP (Enbridge). On Dec. 12\, 2024\, the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, by its attorneys\, Earthjustice\, and 350 Wisconsin\, League of Women Voters of Wisconsin\, and Sierra Club\, by their attorneys Midwest Environmental Advocates and Clean Wisconsin\, filed Petitions for a Contested Case Hearing with the DNR pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 227.42\, 30.209\, and 281.36(3q).
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/dnr-contested-case-hearing-madison/
LOCATION:Hill Farms State Office Building\, Room S149\, 4822 Madison Yards Way\, Madison\, Wisconsin
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20250803T001256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T204250Z
UID:431-1756425600-1756511999@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Enbridge Petitioner Brief Due  - Nessel v Enbridge
DESCRIPTION:August 29 is the deadline for the petitioner brief in the US Supreme Court case of Nessel vs Enbridge. \nFor more information visit the supreme court website. Or see this website for a description of the case from Michigan Advance.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/enbridge-petitioner-brief-due-nessel-v-enbridge/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20250802T231039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T231559Z
UID:422-1755626400-1755633600@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Virtual MI EGLE Public Hearing
DESCRIPTION:MI EGLE is hosting a Public Hearing for Enbridge’s  application to fill and construct in wetlands and place a water intake structure in Lake Michigan to facilitate the construction of the Line 5 Tunnel Project. \nThe permits are under the authority of Part 303\, Wetlands Protection and Part 325\, Great Lakes Bottomlands\, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (NREPA). The applicant proposes to grade\, construct\, and maintain uses in 1.53 acres of wetlands in Mackinac County on Point LaBarbe. Activities include building construction\, construction laydown areas\, tunnel portal construction\, and road improvements within wetlands. Additionally\, a water intake structure is proposed in Emmet County on McGulpin Point with associated Lake Michigan bottomland impact. This includes a pipe extension where the intake line exits the lake bottom\, and the intake structure which is proposed to be placed on a precast concrete pad. Up to 15 concrete ballasts\, to weigh the intake pipe and structure to the lake bottom are also proposed. The water intake structure is proposed to remain on Lake Michigan bottomlands for the duration of construction\, and all bottomland impacts from the intake are proposed to be eliminated following construction. The project is located in T39N\, R04W\, Section 10\, Wawatam and T40N\, R04W in Moran Township\, Emmet and Mackinac County\, Michigan. \nRegister and see more event details on the Zoom Webinar registration website. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from “EGLE Outreach” with a link for you to use to join the online hearing. Pre-registration is not required to attend. Individuals interested in participating can click on the registration link (https://bit.ly/4lzO1XF) at the start of the event (6:00 p.m.). \nFor more information\, please visit the MI EGLE website. \nAdditional information can be found and comments can also be made through EGLE’s MiEnviro database at https://mienviro.michigan.gov/ncore (click on “Public Notice Search” then search under EGLE Application/Submission HQ3-8BYB-N9DT1).
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/virtual-mi-egle-only-verbal-public-comment/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T003611
CREATED:20250802T155952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T000246Z
UID:417-1755021600-1755028800@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session on Line 5 Tunnel Construction
DESCRIPTION:Public Information Session for an application received by EGLE to fill and construct in wetlands and place a water intake structure in Lake Michigan to facilitate the construction of the Line 5 Tunnel. \nMichigan Department of Environment\, Great Lakes\, and Energy (EGLE)\, Water Resources Division (WRD) will hold a virtual public information session on August 12\, 2025\, at 6:00 p.m. (EDT). During the session\, the public will be able to ask questions and learn information about the EGLE application submitted by Enbridge Energy to fill and construct in wetlands and place a water intake structure in Lake Michigan to facilitate the construction of the Line 5 Tunnel Project. This is an informational session only and will include a presentation followed by a question-and-answer session. Questions related to the proposed project and permit application review should be asked during this meeting. An official public hearing will held virtually on Tuesday\, August 19th to take verbal comments on the project. \nA recording of this meeting will be made available the day after the meeting has concluded. \nTo attend the online public information meeting register at https://bit.ly/453At0y. After\nregistering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the\nmeeting. If you do not have internet access and would like to join by PHONE ONLY please\nuse the following phone number: 636-651-3142\, and use conference code 374288. Pre-\nregistration is not required to attend the meeting. Individuals interested in participating can\nclick the link above at the start of the event (6:00 p.m.). \nTo read the full public notice from the state of Michigan\, visit: https://www.michigan.gov/egle/-/media/Project/Websites/egle/Documents/Multi-Division/Line-5/Public-Notice/2025-07-16-Notice.pdf
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/virtual-mi-line-5-public-comment-information-session-by-egle-on-last-mi-state-environmental-permit-needed/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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SUMMARY:DNR Contested Case Hearing Begins--Ashland
DESCRIPTION:The DNR Contested Case Hearing begins in Ashland\, Wisconsin with Opening Statements\, and Public Testimony. During the contested case hearing\, parties will argue in trial-like proceeding about a decision\, bringing evidence and testimony to prove their position. \nFor more information visit the MEA and the DNR websites\, and the MEA flyer. \nNote: Members of the public who choose to testify must do so in person and are open to cross-examination by Enbridge attorneys. If you wish to testify in either Ashland or Madison\, you must register at the start of the hearing on August 12. You may register in person or using the Teams link below. \nVirtual Option: The hearing will also be available by video and telephone via Microsoft Teams. To connect by video\, use Microsoft Teams on the web or the Teams app\, then enter the Meeting ID: 247 227 844 895 and passcode: aK6Bt7Ye. \nMore information on the contested case:  On Nov. 14\, 2024\, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Department) issued Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 to Enbridge Energy\, LP (Enbridge). On Dec. 12\, 2024\, the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, by its attorneys\, Earthjustice\, and 350 Wisconsin\, League of Women Voters of Wisconsin\, and Sierra Club\, by their attorneys Midwest Environmental Advocates and Clean Wisconsin\, filed Petitions for a Contested Case Hearing with the DNR pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 227.42\, 30.209\, and 281.36(3q).
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/contested-case-public-hearing/
LOCATION:Northwoods Tech College\, 2100 Beaser Ave\, Ashland\, WI\, 54806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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