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Wabasha County schedules June 22 public hearings on EAW, floodplain rule changes and dwelling density amendments
Summary
The board authorized the Planning Commission to hold public hearings on June 22, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. regarding the Milestone Materials Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW), proposed Floodplain Management Regulations tied to FEMA map updates, and dwelling density amendments; the dwelling-density hearing was ordered after a 3–1 board vote.
The Wabasha County Board of Commissioners on May 19 ordered three public hearings for the Wabasha County Planning Commission to hold on June 22, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. The hearings will cover the Milestone Materials Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW), proposed Floodplain Management Regulations amendments aligned with updated FEMA flood maps and the state's model ordinance, and proposed amendments to dwelling density provisions in the county zoning ordinance.
The board adopted Resolution 2026-113 authorizing the public hearing on the Milestone Materials EAW so the Planning Commission and the public can evaluate the EAW's completeness and identify any potential impacts that may require further study or an Environmental Impact Statement. Resolution 2026-114 orders a hearing on proposed Floodplain Management Regulations changes; the minutes note FEMA has updated flood maps and Minnesota has updated its model ordinance, requiring local adoption by July 21, 2026.
Resolution 2026-115 ordered a hearing on proposed dwelling density amendments to the Wabasha County Zoning Ordinance; that motion passed 3–1 with Commissioner Walkes recorded as voting no. The minutes do not capture the substance of objections by the dissenting vote; the Planning Commission hearing packet is expected to provide the draft amendment language and analysis.
Why it matters: The EAW hearing can determine whether a full Environmental Impact Statement is needed for the Milestone Materials proposal and public comment on the floodplain amendments must be received ahead of a July 21 state/federal adoption deadline. Changes to dwelling density could affect development patterns across the county, pending the Planning Commission's recommendations and any subsequent board action.
What happens next: The Planning Commission will hold the hearings June 22, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.; the board minutes direct staff and the Planning Commission to take and report public testimony on these matters before any final board action.
