BLM meetings scheduled

The Bureau of Land Management has announced four meeting dates in January to discuss draft Newcastle and Nebraska Resource Management Plans and Environmental Impact Statements. The purpose is to engage with the community and gather public input, according to a press release dated Dec. 9.

The draft RMP and EIS were both published on Nov. 15, initiating a 90-day public comment period.

“Each open house meeting will be held from 3:30-7:30 p.m., featuring a presentation at 4 p.m. and repeated again at 6 p.m., on the following dates and locations. Two meetings will also be held in Nebraska and will be announced separately,” the release says.

For those unable to attend in person, a Zoom option will be available. Information on the meeting, including the zoom link will be posted on the project website.

“Written comments on the Draft RMPs and EIS will be accepted until Feb. 13, 2025. To review the documents and submit comments, visit the project website,” the release says.

Comments may be submitted by email or mail, or in-person at the public meetings.

Email BLM_WY_Newcastle_Nebraska_RMP@blm.gov or mail to BLM, High Plains District Office, 2987 Prospector Dr., Casper, WY 82604 or BLM, Newcastle Field Office, 1101 Washington Blvd., Newcastle, WY 82701.

Meeting dates

Jan. 14: Crook County Courthouse, Community Room, 309 E. Cleveland St., Sundance, WY

Jan. 15: Newcastle Lodge and Convention Center, 22918 US-85, Newcastle, WY

Jan. 16: Niobrara County Fairgrounds, 4080 US-20, Lusk, WY

Jan. 23: Virtual via Zoom.