AB799B632CE1F8068725834A005B4429 Hearing Summary

Mr. Frank McGee, Area Wildlife Manager, and Mr. Doug Vilsack, Legislative Liaison, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Wildlife, presented a proposal to acquire a 41-acre parcel of land in fee title surrounded by Dome Rock State Wildlife Area. Committee members received a written description of the project assembled by Legislative Council Staff (Attachment E). Mr. McGee provided an overview of the project. Mr. Vilsack responded to questions regarding what happens if a property owner decides to engage in mining activity on an adjacent property, and why the division did not pursue ownership of the adjacent property. Mr. Vilsack responded to further questions regarding any easements on the property.