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The NERR is a
Network
Organizations throughout NE Wisconsin are the force behind the Bay of Green Bay NERR designation.
Throughout the process, a variety of community members have worked together to achieve a NERR designation. We've talked with scientists, artists, Tribal leaders, government agencies and local businesses to ensure every place the water touches (and beyond) will be helped by the NERR. If you have questions about the process, connect with us.
NERR Staff
NERR Steering Committee
Primary tasks for the NERR Steering Committee include overseeing the completion of the Green Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) designation and associated activities. This includes preparation of the Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement, and to advise the University on the process of selecting a site for the NERR Visitor and Education Center.
- Dr. Matt Dornbush, Dean, Cofrin School of Business, UW-Green Bay (Committee Chair)
- Dr. John Katers, Dean, College of Science, Engineering, and Technology, UW-Green Bay
- Janet Bonkowski, Executive Director, Marketing and University Communication, UW-Green Bay
- Tehassi Hill, Chairman, Oneida Nation
- Dr. Val Klump, Professor Emeritus, School of Freshwater Sciences, UW-Milwaukee
- Mike Friis, Program Manager, Wisconsin Coastal Management Program
- Dr. Patrick Robinson, Associate Dean of Agriculture & Natural Resources, UW-Extension
- Michelle Schuler, Manager, Microsoft TechSpark Wisconsin
- Doug Cox, Vice-Chair and Director of Land Management, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin
- Brie Kupsky – Green Bay Program Coordinator, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Dr. Jennifer Hauxwell, Associate Director, Wisconsin Sea Grant
- Andrew Timmis, Director of Business Development - Environmental Group, J.F. Brennan Company
Ex Officio
- Susan Grant Robinson, Chief of Staff, UW-Green Bay
- Emily Tyner, Director of Freshwater Strategy, UW-Green Bay
- Dr. Dawn Crim, Vice Chancellor for Advancement, Community Engagement & Inclusivity, UW-Green Bay
Past Members
- Ben Joniaux, Chief of Staff, UW-Green Bay
- Steve Galarneau, Director, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Office of Great Waters
- Dr. Jim Hurley, Director, Wisconsin Sea Grant
- Rebecca Fedak, Lake Michigan Basin Supervisor, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Office of Great Waters