The Environmental Quality Board (EQB or Board) has the authority to convene a subcommittee under Minnesota Rules chapter 4405 and Minnesota Statutes section 116D. The Board also has the authority and responsibility to promulgate rules that establish procedures for the State Environmental Review Program (MS 116D.04 subd.5a) and monitor the effectiveness of those rules (MR 4410.0400).
On September 18, 2019 the Board established the Subcommittee for the purpose of providing a forum for transparent deliberation and public input on important issues related to the State Environmental Review Program and making recommendations for improving effectiveness.
Public Participation Opportunities
All voices are important and welcome to participate during the public input sessions on the Subcommittee agendas. Individuals and groups may provide helpful background information, ask questions and make recommendations. Any information intended for inclusion in the Subcommittee packet, should be submitted in writing 16-calendar days before the meeting to: Env.Review@state.mn.us (please state ERIS Meeting Information in subject line).
ERIS Members:
- Grace Arnold, Commissioner; Commerce
- Nancy Daubenberger, Commissioner; Transportation
- Katrina Kessler, Commissioner, Pollution Control
- Sarah Strommen, (Chair) Commissioner; Natural Resources
- Joseph Bauerkemper Congressional District 8
- Rylee Hince Congressional District 2
- Paul Nelson Congressional District 6
Meeting Information
Date | Meeting Packet | Handouts | Presentation | Meeting Notes/Audio |
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July 19, 2023 | July 19, 2023 ERIS Packet | Video Recording | ||
October 19, 2022 | October 19, 2022 ERIS Packet | Video Recording | ||
April 20, 2022 | April 20, 2022 ERIS Packet | Video Recording | ||
January 19, 2022 | January 19, 2022 ERIS Packet | Video Recording | ||
July 21, 2021 | July 21, 2021 ERIS Packet | Video Recording | ||
December 16, 2020 | December 16, 2020 ERIS Packet | Handout | Video Recording | |
July 15, 2020 | July 15, 2020 ERIS Packet | Presentation | Video Recording | |
January 22, 2020 | January 22, 2020 ERIS Packet | Presentation | Video Recording | |
December 18, 2019 | Listening Session Discussion Guide | December 18, 2019 ERIS Video Recording | ||
October 16, 2019 | October 16, 2019 ERIS Packet | Handout | Presentation | October 16, 2019 ERIS Minutes; Video Recording |