This August 30, 2022 email thread includes City of Superior officials and residents discussing the ongoing confusion over the Paine Property conservation easement near Barker’s Island. Councilor Jenny Van Sickle corresponded with Thomas Paine, who expressed concerns about unclear boundaries related to a relocated bird sanctuary. Van Sickle sought assistance from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), involving DNR representative Cherie Hagen and City staff including Jason Serck, Mark Johnson, and Stephanie Becken.

The communications focus on collecting official records from the registrar of deeds, verifying whether the property was sold or traded by the city, and clarifying the easement’s scope. The city officials planned to meet by late September to review documentation and coordinate next steps with the DNR. The exchange highlights the city’s internal coordination and citizen engagement on land ownership and conservation oversight.