Indiana Department of Natural Resources Agency Overview - Budget Request (FY2022 and FY2023)

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Budget request letter submitting the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) FY2022 and FY2023 funding request to the Indiana General Assembly and the State Budget Committee. Defines the agency mission to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources. Summarizes DNR pillars, core customer service and fiscal responsibilities, and key agency functions across land management, regulatory management, and administrative services. Details major non-administrative divisions and their responsibilities, including entomology, fish and wildlife, forestry, historic preservation and archaeology, nature preserves, oil and gas, outdoor recreation, state parks, and reclamation.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLetters

FormatPDF

Pages7

Reading Time3 min

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Mission and Organizational Pillars

Agency Functions Overview

Non-Administrative Divisions and Responsibilities

Entomology and Plant Pathology

Fish and Wildlife

Forestry

Historic Preservation and Archaeology

Nature Preserves

Oil & Gas

Outdoor Recreation

State Parks

Reclamation

Date: September 1, 2020 To: Zachary Q. Jackson, Director Indiana State Budget Agency From: Danial W. Bortner, Director Indiana Department of Natural Resources Subject: Indiana Department of Natural Resources Agency Overview It is my pleasure to submit our FY2022 and FY2023 budget request for consideration by the Indiana General Assembly and the State Budget Committee. Mission The mission of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana's citizens through professional leadership, management, and education. DNR Pillars Customer Service Fiscal Responsibility Internal Communication Succession Planning and Diversity Personal Growth Slim Down Organization Promote DNR Brand Agency Functions Land Management functions include State Parks, Nature Preserves, Fish and Wildlife, Outdoor Recreation, Forestry, Land Acquisition and Engineering. Regulatory Management consists of the Water, Entomology and Plant Pathology, Historic Preservation and Archeology, Reclamation and Oil and Gas. Administrative functions include Law Enforcement, Legislative Affairs, Legal Counsel, Communications, Engineering, Budget and Grants, Payroll, Management Information Systems, Internal Audit, Purchasing, Accounting, Fleet, Facilities, Asset Management, Safety and ADA Compliance and Human Resources. IDNR has many programs and subprograms, most of which have a recreation, resource protection and/or public safety component. We also place a great deal of emphasis on our permitting, inspection, and licensing programs. Below is a list of the non-administrative IDNR divisions and a brief summary of responsibilities performed under each division. Entomology and Plant Pathology Staff inspect and license nursery stock; support and advise beekeepers and honey industry; inspect and certify international shipments of grain and plant stock; and scout for exotic and invasive species. Fish & Wildlife Manage the state's fish and wildlife thorough professional research, regulation of hunting, fishing, trapping, and restoration of rare species. The fish and wildlife division also stocks fish in public waters, offers hunting, fishing and wildlife watching on division properties, provides access to public lakes and rivers, and offers advice and incentives to landowners for development of wildlife habitat. Horseback riding, hiking, camping and even photography are some additional adventures to be found at Fish and Wildlife properties scattered throughout the State. Staff relies heavily on citizen input to design and apply professional wildlife practices to both public and private lands to improve habitat, promote wildlife management, and increase recreational opportunities. Forestry Supports multiple uses: recreation, timber production, watershed protection, hunting, and healthy fish and wildlife populations. District Foresters can assist landowners with inspections and management plans tailored to satisfy individual forest stewardship objectives. State nurseries provide stock for landscaping, windbreaks, fire control, and other uses. Historic Preservation and Archaeology Promotes the conservation of Indiana’s cultural resources through public education efforts including sponsorship of Archaeology Month, Historic Preservation Month, the Underground Railroad Initiative and Historic Theater Initiative. Administers programs for protecting and preserving Indiana's prehistoric and historic archaeological sites and the valuable information that they contain. Serves as the central repository of archaeological records and reports for the state, and also houses the state's official computerized database of archaeological site information. Nature Preserves Identifies, protects, and manages assortment of natural areas in order to maintain viable examples of all of Indiana's natural communities. The same attention is

FAQs

Who is the letter addressed to and who submits it?

The letter is addressed to Zachary Q. Jackson, Director of the Indiana State Budget Agency, and submitted by Danial W. Bortner, Director of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.

What is the mission of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources?

The mission is to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana’s citizens through professional leadership, management, and education.

Which budget years does the letter request funding for?

The letter submits the FY2022 and FY2023 budget request for consideration by the Indiana General Assembly and the State Budget Committee.

Sep 16, 2026

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