file: DNR_Wildlife_Regions(w-FOMs)-Sections-Units-Offices-Suprvs-ContactInfo_map_n_list_notes.txt date: 2025june13pm. author: M.Strong DNR-WLD. Link to file is: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Regions(w-FOMs)-Sections-Units-Offices-Suprvs-ContactInfo_map_n_list_notes.txt ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Should have first seen the following short email: Subject: New rev. DNR-WLD Regions(w-FOMs)-Sections-Units-Offices-Suprvs-ContactInfo_map_n_list 2pg (2025june13) ------ New rev. DNR-WLD Regions(w-FOMs)-Sections-Units-Offices-Suprvs-ContactInfo_map_n_list 2pg (2025june13) Is available using the provided link below. You’re receiving this notice because you’re in a mail group identified for these updates; sorry if duplicates. • Latest version has 2025 June 13 at/near top. • Like previous approach, access the new files using the links & directions/help info (and what changed/etc.): o Yes, it looks different because had to change approach with the new added FOMs-splits in regions, names, etc. but this version is more easily readable, etc. o Files are not attached; if you use links below then you should always reach latest version. Map PDF to print: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Regions(w-FOMs)-Sections-Units-Offices-Suprvs-ContactInfo_map_n_list.pdf . Map JPG for doc inserts: pull from powerpoint slide, below . PowerPoint file w/ ready slides + a couple variations: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Regions(w-FOMs)-Sections-Units-Offices-Suprvs-ContactInfo_map_n_list.pptx . If you need more info: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Regions(w-FOMs)-Sections-Units-Offices-Suprvs-ContactInfo_map_n_list_notes.txt . ---------- Marshall Strong ((he/him/his); ph: 517-256-5397 (o+c+txt); email: strongm@michigan.gov ) Wildlife Mapping & Geotechnology Program Specialist State of Michigan- Mi. Dept. of Natural Resources- Wildlife Div.- Planning & Adaptation Sec.- Mgmt. Info. Unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is the "more info" file off the bottom link. Info org. in WLD org-tree like, for checking info... --------------- Note: new organizational structure and names will be effective 2025 Oct. 01. Where possible, parentheses indicate previous abbreviations or name in order to facilitate transition. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DNR Wildlife Division (WLD) contact 517-284-WILD (9453) DNR-Wildlife@michigan.gov Offices in Lansing Capitol (Main) Office Stabenow Building, 525 W. Allegan Street, P.O.Box 30444, Lansing, MI 48933 USA ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exec , WLD Executive Unit 517-643-5889. Chief Sarah Thompson . Assistant Chief Keith Kintigh . - PSS , Program Support Section (was WPS) --- Supervisor Janet Liesman 517-643-6431. -- ESU , Employee Services Unit --- Supervisor Brandi Holden 517-614-1478. - DCU , Design and Communications Unit (was POE or DOC) --- Supervisor Dustin Isenhoff 517-284-6248. - PAS , Planning and Adaptation Section (was PLN or PLA) --- Supervisor Amy Derosier 517-614-7050. -- LMU , Land Matters Unit (was PLAU) --- Supervisor Earl Flegler 517-284-4727. -- RNU , Rare and Nongame Species Unit (new unit) --- Supervisor . . - PRU , Policy and Regulations Unit --- Supervisor Sarah Cummins 517-388-1161. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Offices in the Lansing Customer Service Center (CSC) 517-248-4720 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - (LMU , as above). - SMS , Species Management Section (was Sustainable Populations Section (SPS)) --- Supervisor Barb Avers 517-930-1163. -- CIU , Cervid and Wildlife Interactions Unit (was Species Management Unit (SMU)) --- Supervisor Chad Stewart 517-282-4810. - ARS , Applied Research Section (was Biological and Social Science Section (BSS)) --- Supervisor Dwayne Etter 517-388-6577. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Offices in the Michigan State University (MSU) Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Building 517-???-???? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - WHS , Wildlife Health (Lab) Section (was WHL) --- Supervisor Mitch Marcus 517-242-0745. --- Lab Operations Melinda Cosgrove 517-336-5043. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WLD Management Regions: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -NMR , Northern Michigan Region (is combo UPR and NLPR): --- Supervisor . . -- UPR , Upper Peninsula Region: -- Supervisor Dave Lemmien 906-203-8187. --- LSU , Lake Superior Unit (was Western UP FOM area) --- Supervisor Bill Scullon 906-250-6781. Comprised of counties of: Alger, Baraga, Gogebic, Houghton, Keweenaw, Marquette, Ontonagon, & Schoolcraft. --- MCU , Mackinac Central Unit (was Eastern UP FOM area) --- Supervisor Karen Sexton 906-786-2351. Comprised of counties of: Chippewa, Delta, Dickinson, Iron, Luce, Mackinac, & Menominee. -- NLR , Northern Lower Peninsula Region: -- Supervisor John Niewoonder (acting) 231-349-7690. --- TMU , Tip of the Mitt Unit (was NLP East FOM area) --- Supervisor Scott Eggeman 517-989-8119. Comprised of counties of: Alpena, Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Emmet, Montmorency, Otsego, & Presque Isle. --- NWU , North West Unit (was NLP West FOM area) --- Supervisor Mike Parker 517-898-3293. Comprised of counties of: Alcona, Benzie, Crawford, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Lake, Leelanau, Manistee, Mason, Missaukee, Osceola, Oscoda, & Wexford. --- HLU , Houghton Lake Unit (was NLP Central/East FOM area) --- Supervisor Brian Piccolo 989-390-1397. Comprised of counties of: Arenac, Clare, Gladwin, Iosco, Isabella, Midland, Ogemaw, & Roscommon. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - SMR , Southern Michigan Region (combo of SWR and SER) --- Supervisor ? ? -- SW Region (SWR) Supervisor Mark Mills 269-967-5397. --- BRU, Big River Unit (was SWLP North FOM area) --- Supervisor (John Niewoonder) Pete Kailing (acting) 231-465-4188. Comprised of counties of: Ionia, Kent, Mecosta, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, & Ottawa. --- CAU , Capital Area Unit (was SWLP Central FOM area) --- Supervisor Kristin Wildman 517-740-5085. Comprised of counties of: Barry, Calhoun, Clinton, Eaton, Gratiot, Ingham, & Shiawassee. --- SWU , South West Unit (was SWLP Southwest FOM area) --- Supervisor Chris Kramb 269-550-6359. Comprised of counties of: Allegan, Berrien, Branch, Cass, Kalamazoo, St.Joseph, & Van Buren. -- SE Region (SER) --- Supervisor Joe Robison 734-777-1066. --- SBU , Saginaw Bay Unit (was SELP North FOM area) --- Supervisor Nate Levitte 989-412-3867. Comprised of counties of: Bay, Huron, Saginaw, & Tuscola. --- MTU , Michigan Thumb Unit (was SELP East FOM area) --- Supervisor Terry McFadden 906-235-9087. Comprised of counties of: Macomb, St.Clair, & Sanilac. --- SGU , Southern Gateway Unit (was SELP Central FOM area) --- Supervisor Tammy Giroux 517-930-4452. Comprised of counties of: Genesee, Hillsdale, Jackson, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, & Wayne. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ==================================================================================================== ==================================================================================================== About FOM names: Dated: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 3:29 PM Subject: SRU names SRU Name Changes (to take effect 10/1/25) Southern Michigan Region (SMR) E Region (SER) Southeast East (Terry McFadden) to become Michigan Thumb Unit (MTU) Southeast Central (Tammy Giroux) to become Southern Gateway Unit (SGU) Southeast North (Nate Levitte) becomes Saginaw Bay Unit (SBU) SW Region (SWR) Southwest Central (Kristin Wildman) to become Capital Area Unit (CAU) Southwest North (John Niewoonder) to become Big River Unit (BRU) South Southwest (Chris Kramb) to become South West Unit (SWU) UPR and NLP to become Northern Michigan Region (NMR) Northern Lower Central (Brian Piccolo) to become Houghton Lake Unit (HLU) Northern Lower West (Mike Parker) to become North West Unit (NWU) Northern Lower East (Scott Eggeman) to become Tip of the Mitt Unit (TMU) Western UP (Bill Scullon) to become Lake Superior Unit (LSU) Eastern UP (Karen Sexton) to become Mackinac Central Unit (MCU) [Outside regions sections/units:] BSS to become Applied Research Section (ARS) SPS to become Species Management Section (SMS) SMU to become Cervid and Wildlife Interactions Unit (CIU) WPS to become Program Support Section (PSS) PLU to become Land Matters Unit (LMU) PLA to become Planning and Adaptation Section (PAS) DOC to become Design and Communications Unit (DCU) NEW UNIT: Rare and Nongame Species Unit (RNU) ESU no change PRU no change WHS no change source: Amy Derosier (she/her; 517-614-7050 (call/text)), Planning and Adaptation Section Supervisor Wildlife Division, Michigan Department of Natural Resources ==================================================================================================== ==================================================================================================== OLD directions follow, and may not be applicable except for changes in staffing/supervisors (and only reason is saved/shared). ==================================================================================================== ==================================================================================================== From: Strong, Marshall (DNR) Sent: Mon. March 17, 2025, pm. => except prepared this but not sent as more changes in FOM info coming, from WLD mgmt-team & Exec. Re email sent To: DNR-WLD-ALL , etc. (see the email pls) Subject: New rev. “DNR-WLD regions/sections/units-FOMs, offices, suprvisors & contactinfo map, 2026 March 17 1pg map. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - New rev. “DNR-WLD regions/sections/units-FOMs, offices, suprvisors & contactinfo map, 2026 March 17 1pg map. * Hello! Make sure for new map you see upper-right date “Revised 2025 March 17” (below the title). * Access the new files using the links & directions listed at the bottom, like previous direction sent out. You can reach the latest 1pg office reference in formats for print, doc insert, and ready slides. File help, what changed, & more info are provided off the bottom link, below. No reply needed. (Unless notice an error, 😊 pls email me direct/only). -Marshall --- Files are not attached so they don’t use up space in your inbox, and to ensure if you use the links below then you should always reach the latest version. * Map PDF to print: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.pdf . * Map JPG for doc inserts: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.png . * PowerPoint file w/ ready slides + a couple variations: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.pptx . * If you need more info: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template_notes.txt . --- Marshall Strong ((he/him/his) strongm@michigan.gov ; o/c/t 517-256-5397 ; talk w TEAMS ); Wildlife Mapping & Geotechnology Program Specialist (GIS,GPS,etc.) /Res.Spec./ Sub.MatterExp.(SME); Planning & Adaptation Section – Management Information team, Michigan DNR Wildlife Divison (WLD) ; michigan.gov/wildlife , DNR-Wildlife@michigan.gov ; main-ph 517-284-WILD(9453)), State of Michigan (Mi) – Department of Natural Resources (DNR)( mi.gov/dnr ). ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ----------- --------- ---------- ------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ----------- --------- ---------- ------- THIS IS THE LONGER DIRECTIONS, with links, changes, etc. so primary email is shorter :). --- --- --- * Map PDF to print: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.pdf . * Map JPG for doc inserts: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.jpg . * PowerPoint file w/ ready slides + a couple variations: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.pptx . * If you need more info: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template_notes.txt . Note: 2 clarifications: (1.) These links should always provide the latest version of this 1pg ref tool (unless I’m in the middle of sending out an update, file syncing before available). (2.) Sometimes I do make minor edits/updates just to the files, and do not send out a notice like this email. (this ends the emailed information) -Marshall --- --- --- CONTINE READING FOR MORE DETAILS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR DIRECTIONS TO HELP YOU - for those wanting to know what's changed between versions, for more longer directions, rationale, etc. --- --- --- REGARDING THE FILES: Note: these are not connected to the internet DNR webpages by anything I've done, I just have the files where staff can reach if on or off vpn, and you have to have the specific links (below). A new updated “DNR-Wildlife Division (WLD) regions/sections/units & offices map” is done & off the links below (as per new method): * Please use the PDF to print the best version, in either grayscale or color (it works as both): https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.pdf . * Please use the JPG image file to insert this 1pg info tool into documents, etc. - and note there WAS but not current 2025 march version, a space for 1 single 12 pt line of text either at the bottom or top (if slide graphic down, moving that bottom 1 line space to the top): https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.jpg . * There is a provided PowerPoint file with the updated 1pg as first slide, and several slides with variations on theme of WLD regions, etc.: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.pptx . * Notes on changes, directions, etc. if this email is insufficient: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template_notes.txt ... WHICH LINKS TO THIS FILE which is this file you are reading now, and continues below .... - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - CHANGES TO INFORMATION seen version before above date: A bunch of changes since earlier 2024 versions, for 2025, incl. a version sent to supervisors for confirmations and corrections if errors, etc. 2024 Jan. 03: note: I did some simple improvements to the previous map to add white-space and make it appear less cluttered, and posted it to replace the older previous files but I did not send out a new email informing everyone because it was no content changes. -Marshall Strong Several 2024 revisions w/ corrections were done. Prev rev. “DNR-WLD regions/sections/units & offices map, 2023 Sep. 12” 1pg map … please replace old ref map+contact-details 1pg with this newer one, dated 2023 Sep. 12 (under the title; if you don’t see the new file, refresh, clear your cache, etc.). The same details apply as I’ve sent before; for longer directions or more information, see the bottom link, below. Access the new files using the links below, for the latest office reference 1pg tool in formats for print, doc insert, and ready slides. Note 2 clarifications, addressing some recent questions: (1.) Save this email as these links should always provide the latest version of this 1pg ref tool (unless I’m in the middle of sending out an update, or files syncing before newest files are available). (2.) Sometimes I do make minor edits/updates just to the files off the links, and I do not send out a notice like this email. No reply needed. (Unless you notice an error, 😊 pls email me direct/only). - Marshall Prev changes added assistant chief -and- added DOCU (was POE unit) manager. Prev before that version changes: Suprv of WLD Health lab added. Previous changes is to correct representation of WLD Health Lab subunit "LOM" Lab Operations Mgmt" reworded from "Lab Tecgh. Mgmt" which was before. WLD Health Lab Supervisor which is a vacant position without an acting person. earlier version (2023-09-06; confirmed with Chief Sara Thompson and WLD-Exec Sec. Linda Miers 08/06/2023) With a new Dept Director announced, there was multiple requests too for this 1pg-tool to be updated. WLD Chief named. WLD Asst. Chief position will soon be vacant, no acting person named. POE Unit renamed to DOCU. DOCU ~acting Sarah Cummins, but Dustin Isenhoff may be still around helping some on things. (Dustin's acting / working-out-of-class time period has lapsed). PLN Amy Derosier returning from acting position upstairs in Dept Exec. Lands office. Spp Mgmt unit acting Barb Avers remains for now. WHS (lab) acting is Melinda Cosgrove with some supervisory/signature assists by Sara T. as Supervisor position offer has been passed and awaiting applicant answer. Mid-May changes: Corrected PSS Janet Liesman phone number to 517-643-6431 . Cadillac map symbol of white building & list in legend as an alt location where can expect Regional Suprv sometimes at/working-out-of-that-location, I was told is now incorrect and to remove from legend and the building symbol. However, I am listing Cadillac still like other CSC but a dot. Repeated quesitons on why is Houghton Lake offices still listed when no permanet officed WLD staff, and answer is I was asked to leave it plus I was asked to mention PRD number. Now I will try fit in comment that "no WLD staff", but still asked to leave it. End of April changes - were announcements for filled positions are: NLP FOM Scott Eggeman in Gaylord PSS Janet Liesman Spp mgmt acting suprv Barb Avers For start of April we had changes of: NLP FOM Mike Parker , Roscommon SWLP FOM Kristin Wildman , Plainwell CSC WLD Chief Jared chg in position ALD Chief acting is Sara Thompson Older edits are not noted here. --- --- --- MORE DETAILS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR DIRECTIONS TO HELP YOU Below are the help directions/ notes, which are the same successful notes (but longer) which I've sent before :) I keep them here off a link, in case needed by any new staff or reminders, but so not in the short "new map" notice. Notes: (1.) METHOD being used: Files are not attached, as attachments makes larger email sizes & adds to everyone’s inbox - plus can contribute to older versions of this ref. handout with outdated/error information being used versus the newest version. To reach the latest versions, I’ve provided long-term stable links below, which are not dependant upon SharePoint, permission settings or limitations. Just select the format you need from offerings in the shorter email above or longer info below, then click & load the latest, save to local for use, & this should work for anyone getting this email in WLD or other Divisions/Offices (meaning not stopped by different sharepoint settings, permissions, etc. which has been a repeat problem in past). If you need or want any of these files locally on your computer or mobile-device/phone, then select the file, load the file, & save to local (steps vary based on what browser you are using). Later, as I update this 1pg ref. product, then I’ll update the map files at links below, & send an email notice out to the same Outlook email groups. This means if you have this email, you should always be able to reach the latest version of these files by using the links below, as I'll keep the same name but update contents as changes. I also provide some longer directions/ notes , for those interested or needing them; see file at link: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template_notes.txt . (2.) Updated “DNR-WLD mgmt. regions, sections, units & offices map” (the WLD RSU 1pg) is shared in 2 formats, plus as slide already in a power-point file. This product was created & intended for internal use, yet like always is ok for public handout, for use as attachment to documents/ rpts, for presentation slides, etc. (however, be aware the version with names & phone numbers is always a dated product so may be age if used as slide - look at the simplified versions in last link, as these may serve better for slides): * PDF for best print (8.5x11”) & as https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.pdf ' * JPG for inserting into docs or presentation slides. https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.jpg . Note: I try to have space at the bottom of the graphic JPG so that when insert into a whole page in a document, there is space for a Figure number, & title/caption, etc. or page number. If using as an appendice, then insert the jpg into a full page at 8.5x11 inch, & "slide" the jpg down so you have space at top for Appendice #, title, etc. The above JPG file is indeed "busy" as it's used for several things, but perhaps for your anticipated needs a simplier varation may be better; I provide such as a few options ... below. * Powerpoint slide is in: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.pptx . (3.) Simplier versions of the above product exist ... If in doubt or if you wish a simpler version of this WLD RSU 1pg handout (like without names or phone numbers, which can & do change within a year, etc.), then be aware there are simpler versions which are now served to you in a pptx file (link below); Simpler versions are more often used as slides or inserted into documents (directions to do that are in the pptx file). Later if I am asked to create other alternate versions, then I’ll put them in the pptx file too: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/publications/pdfs/huntingwildlifehabitat/DNR_Wildlife_Offices-n-Regions_Map_standard_template.pptx . (4.) Feel free to pass this email on, if needed, to DNR or SOM staff who need the WLD handout. Please do not pass this email to public, as they get other online public-facing resources. Lastly, if there is a consistent Outlook mail group that needs to get these updates (so added to my outgoing email with updates), then please notify me & provide justification on why it's okay to use the Outlook mail group you pass. --- No reply necessary; Hope everyone well, doing well, etc. -Marshall - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (end-of-file)