In response to concerns about the harmful impacts of concentrated animal feeding operations (also known as CAFOs), a growing number of local governments are considering the adoption of ordinances that strengthen CAFO oversight at the local level.
A new toolkit developed by Midwest Environmental Advocates gives Wisconsin towns a starting point for drafting and enacting what are known as CAFO operations ordinances. These ordinances require CAFOs to obtain a license from the town to ensure that they operate in a manner that is compatible with the health, safety, and welfare of local residents.
The toolkit includes flexible templates that can be customized by choosing from a suite of options to create a unique ordinance that meets a town’s specific needs and circumstances.
Action Alert: Tell the Natural Resources Board to revoke Enbridge’s Line 5 reroute permit
September 15, 2026
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board will meet on September 23 in Sturgeon Bay. We’re asking you to attend — in person or via Zoom — and urge the Board to take action to revoke Enbridge’s reroute construction permit. If you aren’t able to attend the meeting, you can submit a written comment.
