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~ DNR ~
~ Department of Natural Resource ~
The MDNR Mission Statement:
"The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the State's natural resources for current and future generations."
http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7...366---,00.html
Department of Natural Resources
Director, Rebecca A. Humphries
phone: 517-335-4873
e-mail: humphrir@michigan.gov
Humphrie's Staff
Chief Deputy, Dennis Fedewa
phone: 517-373-2425
e-mail: fedewadr@michigan.gov
Resource Management Deputy, Mindy Koch
phone: 517-373-0046
e-mail: kocha@michigan.gov
Chief of Staff, Dennis Fox
phone: 517-335-4873
e-mail: foxd3@michigan.gov
Upper Peninsula Field Deputy, Thomas Courchaine, acting
phone: 906-228-6561
e-mail: courchat@michigan.gov
Legislative Liaison, Dan Eichinger, acting
phone: 517-373-0023
e-mail: eichingerd@michigan.gov
Chief Communications Officer, Patricia Stewart
phone: 517-241-3100
e-mail: stewartpa@michigan.gov
Chief, Human Resources, Gerald Harris
phone: 517-241-2491
e-mail: harrisgt@michigan.gov
Chief, Fisheries, Kelley Smith
phone: 517-373-3375
e-mail: smithk@michigan.gov
Chief, Forest, Mineral and Fire Management, Lynne Boyd
phone: 517-373-1246
e-mail: boydlm@michigan.gov
Chief, Law Enforcement, Rodney Stokes, acting
phone: 517-335-3427
e-mail: stokesr@michigan.gov
Chief, Wildlife, Douglas Reeves, acting
phone: 517-373-9311
e-mail: reevesd@michigan.gov
Chief, Parks and Recreation, Ron Olson
phone: 517-335-4827
e-mail: olsonr@michigan.gov
Chief, Land and Facilities, David Freed
phone: 517-241-4370
e-mail: freedd@michigan.gov
Chief, Internal Audit, Thomas Benson
phone: 517-373-0755
e-mail: bensont1@michigan.gov
Chief, Financial Services, Joe Frick
phone: 517-373-1750
e-mail: frickj@michigan.gov
Chief, Budget and Support Services, Sharon Schafer
phone: 517-335-3276
e-mail: schafes@michigan.gov
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 30028
Lansing, MI 48909
~ FOIA ~
To Request Information Under FOIA to DNR:
All Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests must be addressed to the FOIA Officer. These requests should contain a detailed description of the desired information and must be in writing. They may be sent by mail or by FAX.
Request for Disclosure of DNR Records under the Freedom Of Information Act (pdf)
Mailing Address:
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OFFICER
EXECUTIVE DIVISION
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
PO BOX 30028
LANSING MI 48909-7528
Telephone Number: (517) 373-2329
Fax Number : (517) 335-4242
http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10366-47157--,00.html
State of MI FOIA Laws:
PARTIAL SUMMARY OF MICHIGAN’S
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT FROM THE AG
Go to http://www.michigan.gov/ag/0,1607,7-164-17337_18160-51242--,00.html for the entire summary.
or read Act 442 of 1976 in it's entirety at:
The following is an updated summary of the basic provisions of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) as amended by 1996 PA 553. The actual text of the statute follows in Section II.
Basic Intent:
The Freedom of Information Act regulates and sets requirements for the disclosure of public records by all “public bodies” in the state.
Key Definitions:
“Public body” means a state officer, employee, agency, department, division, bureau, board, commission, council, authority, or other body in the executive branch of the state government, but does not include the governor or lieutenant governor, the executive office of the governor or lieutenant governor, or employees thereof. It also includes:
- an agency, board, commission, or council in the legislative branch of the state government;
- a county, city, township, village, inter county, inter city, or regional governing body, council, school district, special district, or municipal corporation, or a board, department, commission, council or agency thereof; or
- any other body which is created by state or local authority or which is primarily funded by or through state or local authority. It does not include private non-profit corporations.
“Public record” means a writing prepared, owned, used, in the possession of, or retained by a public body in the performance of an official function, from the time it is created.
~ Federal FOIA Law ~
http://www.usdoj.gov/oip/foiastat.htm
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The Michigan Freedom of Information
Committee
(A non-profit organization)
The M.F.I. Committee is a non-profit organization with a single focus: To ensure the public’s right to open access to government records and meetings, as provided by federal law and by Michigan’s Freedom of Information and Open Meetings acts.
To preserve these rights, the M.F.I. Committee:
• Offers information and advice to Michigan citizens regarding FOIA and OMA issues.
• Provides seminars, workshops and speakers free of charge.
• Responds to FOI developments and trends in Michigan.
• Assists in linking citizens to attorneys who specialize in FOIA and OMA.
• Advocates stronger sunshine laws and opposes legislative initiates that would abridge the public’s right to access.
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Michigan Department of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 30028
Lansing, MI 48909
~ Department Orders ~
Captive Wild Animal Order ~ http://www.michigan.gov/documents/dnr/CAPTIVE_190659_7.html
Fisheries Orders ~ http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10366_37141-120716--,00.html
Land Use Orders ~ http://www.michigan.gov/documents/dnr/LUSE_ORD_176311_7.html
Shooting Preserve Order ~ http://www.michigan.gov/documents/dnr/PRESERVE_190661_7.htm
Wildlife Conservation Orders (Updated 1--15-08) ~ http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10366_37141-120756--,00.html
~ Laws & Legislation ~
Administrative Rules ~ http://www.state.mi.us/orr/emi/admincode.asp?admincode=Department&Dpt=NR ~ This link takes you to the State Office or Administrative Hearings and Rules. All DNR Administrative Rules are listed here.
Compiled Laws ~ http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(xqbr4023f4uwp445v04ztkex))/mileg.aspx?page=home
Public Act 451 of 1994 ~ http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(gowkghereex1sueuw4ktxkij))/mileg.aspx?page=getobject&objectname=mcl-act-451-of-1994&queryid=1013717&highlight=
Current Legislation ~ http://www.michigandnr.com/legislation/ ~ The Legislation Impacting the Department is update weekly when the house and senate are in session. The Department position is available only after the Director has signed the bill analysis.
~ Related Issues ~
Baiting & Feeding ~ http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10366_37141_37705---,00.html
Blinds & Stands ~ http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10366_37141_37704---,00.html
Endangered Species Protection ~ http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(fgtwap45mkctr131h3i1j055))/mileg.aspx?page=getobject&objectname=mcl-451-1994-iii-1-endangered-species-365&highlight=
Firearm & Bow Regulations ~ http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10366_37141_37706---,00.html
General Hunting Rules ~ http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10366_37141_37704---,00.html
Hunting & Fishing Licensing ~ http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(es3tao45ctzj1y55bsmmhw45))/mileg.aspx?page=getobject&objectname=mcl-451-1994-iii-2-2-435&queryid=1120619&highlight=
Mandatory Pentalties for Certain Hunting Violations ~ http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10366_37141-149754--,00.html
Recreational Trespass ~ http://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(gqn2ysrsgsbqq455fzn1blyi))/mileg.aspx?page=getobject&objectname=mcl-451-1994-iii-4-1-recreational-trespass&highlight=
State Land Use Rules ~ http://www.state.mi.us/orr/emi/admincode.asp?AdminCode=Single&Admin_Num=29900921&Dpt=NR&RngHigh=
What is the NRC?
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The Michigan Natural Resources Commission (NRC) is a seven-member public body whose members are appointed by the Governor and subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
The Commission conducts monthly, public meetings in locations throughout Michigan. Citizens are encouraged to become actively involved in these public forums. The Commission establishes general policies for the Department of Natural Resources and hires the Department's Director. Voter adoption of Proposal G in November 1996, vests exclusive authority in the Natural Resources Commission to regulate the taking of game.
Meet the Commissioners ~ http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-39002_11862-24723--,00.html |
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Commissioner Names and Addresses ~
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Mary C. Brown 1624 Grand Avenue Kalamazoo, MI 49006 269-344-3738 (Office) Appointed: 1/6/04 Reappointed: 2/6/08 Term Expires: 12/31/07 Democrat Keith J. Charters (Chair) 126 Spring Hill Road. Traverse City, MI 49686 517-373-2352 (Office) Appointed: 12/29/94 Re-Appointed: 12/20/01 Term Expires: 12/31/09 Republican Hurley J. Coleman, Jr. Reappointed: 2/6/08
Darnell Earley P.O. Box 70141 Lansing, MI 48908 517-373-2352 Appointed: 5/3/05 Term Expires: 12/31/08 Democrat John Madigan 831 W. Munising Avenue Munising, MI 49862 906-387-4468 (Office) Appointed: 1/1/03 Term Expires: 12/31/10 Republican
J. R. Richardson 36658 McGuire Road Ontonagon, MI 49953 906-885-7187 (Office) Appointed: 4/6/07 Term Expires: 12/31/10 Republican
Frank C. Wheatlake Reed City Power Line Supply, 420 N. Roth Street, P.O. Box 147 Reed City, MI 49677 231-796-5491 (Home) 231-832-2258 (Office) Appointed: 2/6/01 Re-Appointed: 5/3/05 Term Expires: 12/31/08 Independent
Department of Natural Resources glodent@michigan.gov |
~ DEQ ~
~ The Department of Enviromental Quality ~
Department of Environmental ~ Director Steven E. Chester
DEQ Environmental Assistance Center 1-800-662-9278
email ~ Deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov
To report an environmental emergency situation to the DEQ: Call the 24 hour Pollution Emergency Alerting System (PEAS) at:
1-800-292-4706 (within Michigan)
or
1-517-373-7660 (outside of Michigan).
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Spill Release Report
PEAS Database
http://www.deq.state.mi.us/peas/
~ Lansing Headquarters ~
Michigan Department of Environmental Quality
DivisionName, Employee Name (where applicable)
Constitution Hall (map), Floor Number
525 West Allegan Street
P.O. Box 30473
Lansing, MI 48909-7973
(517) 373-7917
Constitution Hall Zip Codes
48909 - When using a P.O. Box number, always use this zip code
48933 - This is the street address for the building. This zip code is appropriate for Federal Express or United Parcel Service deliveries only
48913 - This is the State of Michigan's unique zip code and should be used if there is no P.O. Box number
~ District Offices ~
http://www.deq.state.mi.us/documents/deq-exe-districtcontact.pdf
~ Divisions & Offices ~
http://www.deq.state.mi.us/documents/deq-ead-guide-deqguide.pdf
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http://www.michigan.gov/deq/0,1607,7-135--58024--,00.html Note: For general information about MDEQ programs, please call our Environmental Assistance Center at 1-800-662-9278.
Mailing Address:
FOIA Coordinator
The Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Public Act 442 of 1976, regulates and sets requirements for the disclosure of public records by all public bodies in the state. In general, all records except those specifically cited as exceptions are covered by the FOIA. |
* All Departments of the State of Michigan ~ http://www.michigan.gov/som/0,1607,7-192-29701_29702_30045---,00.html
* 110 Michigan Representatives ~ http://house.michigan.gov/replist.asp
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517-373-0498 |
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517-373-0850 |
* U.S. Senators and Representatives ~ http://www.infomi.com/us.html
* Attorney General Mike Cox ~ http://michigan.gov/ag
* Governor Jennifer M. Granholm ~ http://www.michigan.gov/gov/
| Governor Granholm's Offices | ||
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| SE Michigan Office 3022 W. Grand Blvd. Cadillac Place, Suite 14-150 Detroit, MI 48202 (313) 456-0010 |
Northern Michigan Office 1504 West Washington, Suite B Marquette, MI 49855 (906) 228-2850 |
Washington D.C. Office 444 N. Capitol Street, Northwest Hall of the States, Suite 411 Washington, D.C. 20001 (202) 624-5840 |
