Our new organizational structure has virtually eliminated program checks and balances, program direction, accountability and leadership at the field level. Resource Management is floundering and the public and resource base are the victims. Over most my 30 yr. We are even told, as field staff, that businesses are our customers and we need to please them and keep them happy. Although the political pressure is, indeed, great, DNR management itself is shooting staff down whether or not there is political pressure.
Retaliation is a major, major concern.
Staff who do nothing are considered good employees. In the public's mind DNR is blamed for many many things not within its control or responsibility. The legislature controls budgets and writes all the rules. Thank you for your support.