Residents of Wisconsin have a chance to shape the landscape and recreational future of the Central Lake Michigan Coastal Region, as the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) calls for public input on its regional master plan. In line with Ch. NR 44 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code, the DNR is developing a blueprint for how properties it manages within this swath of 13 counties will be utilized and conserved.
An extensive region, encompassing parts of Brown, Calumet, Door, and other counties, the scope of this initiative is considerable. Popular outdoor havens like Kohler-Andrae State Park and Harrington Beach State Park are up for contemplation, which will determine the depth of management measures and the spectrum of public activities allowed. According to a recent release by the Wisconsin DNR, the plan will not only develop new strategies for some properties but also evaluate and potentially update existing plans that are already in compliance with current regulations.
Ensuring local voices are heard, the DNR invites stakeholders to engage actively in this process. Stakeholders can share their insights and preferences for the future of these natural and recreational assets either by visiting the DNR's dedicated master plan webpage or by participating in public meetings and office hours. With these opportunities for input, community members have a platform to directly influence policy and the stewardship of local environmental resources.
