Urgent: Virtual DNR Public Hearing on MacKenzie Center Future

The Friends of MacKenzie Center would like to inform all members, volunteers, and dedicated supporters that the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a public hearing via Zoom to present and accept feedback on the proposed designation of the MacKenzie Center property as a state recreation area.

This property designation and master planning discussion represents a significant step in determining the future usage, conservation focus, and recreational management of the MacKenzie Center. The Friends of MacKenzie encourages all active members and advocates for environmental education to participate in the session to ensure community perspectives and conservation priorities are heard.

Public Hearing Details:

Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. (until the end of the agenda)
Location: Virtual via Zoom
DNR Contact: René Buys (ReneJ.Buys@wisconsin.gov | (608-982-1688)

How to Register and Attend:

Visit the Wisconsin DNR Meetings and Hearings Calendar page at dnr.wisconsin.gov/calendar.
Locate the entry for “MacKenzie Center State Recreation Area Public Hearing” listed for November 17, 2026.
Click the provided Zoom Registration Link within the calendar event details to register with your name and email address.
Upon registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing your personalized link and instructions to join the meeting online or by phone.

The Friends of MacKenzie encourages anyone unable to attend the live Zoom meeting to submit written public comments directly to the DNR contact listed above or through the DNR’s master planning web page.