In 2003, the Department of Homeland Security took ownership of the island and has recommended Kansas as the site for a new high-security animal disease lab.And so Plum Island will be for sale, and boasts the following:A Biolevel-3 research facilityA 3-story 4-bedroom fieldstone residence with all the amenities, including an alarm system and a fireplaceA charming little shingled guest cottageAn 182