Management Information Services

Robert Maki, Chief Information Officer
tel: 651-259-5476
fax 651-297-4946

The Management Information Services Bureau (MIS) is responsible for providing the information infrastructure, tools, training and technical support that DNR employees need to make informed business decisions. Major MIS program areas include:

Computer Hardware and Software Procurement
Charlie Regnier
tel: 651-259-5444

The computer hardware and software procurement unit establishes PC, workstation and laptop standards; establishes software standards; and negotiates vendor contracts for hardware and software purchases.

Data and Applications
Steve Lime, Manager
tel: 651-259-5473

Data and applications staff oversee the development of an integrated information architecture for DNR information systems; define an information systems development environment by establishing design and data standards and development methodologies; build and maintain the DNR web site; provide business analysis, project management and programming services; and develop tools to aid clients in designing and managing their own applications.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Tim Loesch, Manager
tel: 651-259-5475

The GIS unit provides department-level coordination of GIS planning, data development and access, and application development; GIS hardware and software support; assistance and advice on GIS projects; organization and delivery of GIS training; management of the GIS lab; UNIX administration support; and leadership in state-level interagency GIS planning. GIS information online

Library
Jo Ann Musumeci, Senior Librarian
tel: 651-259-5483

The DNR Library provides access to information needed by natural resource professionals and managers. The public is welcome to use DNR Library resources on site.

Network Services
Walter Swanson, Manager
tel: 651-259-5503

Network services provides support for the development, maintenance and security of the DNR computer network; general support for department-wide network based applications including GroupWise e-mail and Internet connections; and dial access capabilities.