This email thread centers on a September 19, 2022 message from City of Superior Economic Development, Planning & Port Director Jason Serck to the Wisconsin DNR regarding the Paine property conservation/limited development easement. Serck reports meeting with landowners Fred Paine Sr. and Fred Paine Jr. and shares a conceptual proposal to shift the sanctuary area, noting the new area is about 3.1 acres. He references the original easement footprint and attaches a map for DNR consideration.

Earlier messages provide context: Serck previously sent DNR materials indicating the easement dates to March 1989 and references the Barker’s Island Bird Sanctuary. DNR’s Cherie Hagen asks the City to summarize its request, notes potential noncompliance with the easement, and signals an interest in rectifying issues. Councilor Jenny Van Sickle “Paine” proposes a late-September meeting. DNR also requests confirmation of the current owner (Thomas Paine) and standard property details to proceed.