DNR and MPCA Public Meetings on NorthMet Draft Permits
Public comments and written objections will be accepted at two scheduled public meetings:
Wednesday, February 7, 2018
Mesabi East (Aurora-Hoyt) High School
601 N 1st St W,Aurora, MN 55705
4:00-9:00 p.m. open house
6:00-9:00 p.m. public comment forum
Thursday, February 8, 2018
DECC - Duluth Entertainment Convention Center
350 Harbor Drive, Duluth, MN 55802
1:00-9:00 p.m. open house
6:00-9:00 p.m. public comment forum
At the public meetings, participants will have an opportunity to submit written comments and objections or have oral comments recorded by a stenographer.
Event logistics
Like all public meetings, the DNR and MPCA expect that attendees will remain cordial and respectful of all participants, agency staff, and facility hosts. DNR is working with facility representatives and local officials to ensure the meetings are welcoming and orderly.
The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center will be employing its standard large event security measures as outlined below. In order to ensure a consistent and fair process across both meetings, these measures will also be in place for the meeting in Aurora.
The following items will not be allowed in the public meetings:
- Outside food and beverages
- Backpacks or large bags
- Handheld signs
- Noise makers
- Weapons