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*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: *Dec. 20, 2024
*Contact: *Cheryl Housley, DNR Grant Project Manager
[email protected] or 608-516-9560

 

*City Of Schofield Seeks Grant For Acquisition Of Land*

"Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In City Of Schofield"

 

*MADISON, Wis.* – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the city of Schofield has applied for a 50% matching grant from the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program [ [link removed] ]. The grant will assist with purchasing a 0.13-acre parcel of land in the city of Schofield in Marathon County.

The city of Schofield plans to acquire approximately 0.13 acres to expand an existing city park and to create a public access on Lake Wausau. If acquired, recreational activities will include fishing, hiking, limited trapping, picnicking, water access and nature appreciation.

The DNR is proposing to make the determination that the prohibition of hunting and a limitation on types of trapping is necessary to protect public safety because the parcel is relatively small and in close proximity to residences and other commercial structures.

The DNR’s initial assessment of the allowed nature-based outdoor activities may be downloaded from the Stewardship Public Notice webpage [ [link removed] ], or you may request a copy via email by contacting Cheryl Housley at [email protected].

The public is encouraged to submit written comments on the proposed acquisition by Jan. 16, 2025, to:

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
C/O Cheryl Housley, DNR Grant Project Manager
3911 Fish Hatchery Road
Fitchburg, WI 53711
[email protected] or 608-516-9560

In accordance with s. NR 52.04 (2) (b), Wis. Adm. Code, objections about the activities on this property must show the proposed prohibition to be inconsistent with s. 23.0916 (2) (b), Stats., and s. NR 52.05, Wis. Adm. Code.

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