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Environmental Protection Commission (EPC)

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 EPC Agenda
Teleconference: 661-615-8170 PIN: 781 219 411 #
Video Conference: meet.google.com/fdw-vjzq-wcs 
Meeting location: 6200 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50321

If you are unable to attend the business meeting, comments may be submitted for public record to Alicia Plathe at Alicia.Plathe@dnr.iowa.gov or 6200 Park Ave, Des Moines IA 50321 up to 24 hours prior to the
business meeting.


The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) is a panel of nine citizens who provide policy oversight over Iowa's environmental protection efforts. EPC members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by vote of the Senate for four year terms. Meetings are typically conducted on the third Tuesday of the month.

At times the commission may decide to meet in a location outside of Des Moines. If you are interested in the time and place of the meeting for the current month, the agenda will be published at this site prior to the meeting.

To apply for a seat on the board, visit Iowa Talent Bank to apply. 

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Client Contact Group (CCG)

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources recognizes the need to provide the public with a way to learn about new programs and requirements related to Environmental Services programs. The Client Contact Group is an open forum to discuss new rules or program developments on the state and federal level. These meetings are a good source of information for anyone who works with or has an interest in activities related to environmental management.The Client Contact Group meetings are held virtually. Meetings are typically held on the Thursday prior to each month's Environmental Protection Commission Meeting. All meetings are open to the public.

Fiscal Year 2021 and 2022 EPC Report

Upcoming meeting: Client Contact Agenda

Location: Conference call- Dial (423) 657-0219 PIN: 776 491 552#

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ios-vhrm-kra

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Commissioners

EPC Commissioners
NameContact
Amy Echard, Vice ChairAmy.Echard@dnr.iowa.gov
Harold HommesHarold.Hommes@dnr.iowa.gov 
Kyle TobiasonKyle.Tobiason@dnr.iowa.gov 
Lisa GochenourLisa.Gochenour@dnr.iowa.gov 
Mark Stutsman, ChairMark.Stutsman@dnr.iowa.gov 
Patricia FoleyPatricia.Foley@dnr.iowa.gov  
Rebecca DostalRebecca.Dostal@dnr.iowa.gov 
Robert ZylstraRobert.Zylstra@dnr.iowa.gov 
Jim ChristensenJim.Christensen@dnr.iowa.gov 
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