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Sen. Sue Shink Walks the Trails at Watkins Lake and Hears Our Concerns
On June 15th, Michigan State Senator Sue Shink brought her third annual Walk and Talk event to Watkins Lake State Park, joining 40 community members and DNR staff for a trail walk through one of the Irish Hills’ most beloved natural spaces. It was, by all accounts, a perfect June day — and a meaningful one. Residents walked the trails, took in the…
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Letter to State Parks Advisory Committee
To: Julie Clark, Chair, State Parks Advisory CommitteeFrom: Irish Hills Concerned Citizens Re: Proposed gravel mine abutting Watkins Lake State Park Date: April 12, 2026 We are writing today on behalf of Irish Hills residents who are concerned about the DNR’s refusal to participate in the assessment of a proposed gravel mine in Norvell Township, adjacent to Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve (WLP).…
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Action Alert: IHCC at Parks Advisory Committee (PAC) Meeting
We have good news to share! We are on the agenda to address the Michigan State Parks Advisory Committee (PAC) at their public meeting on Wednesday, April 22nd (Earth Day) at 2 PM. We’re asking you to lend support by attending virtually, and (if you are comfortable doing so) making a public comment. Here’s what you need to know: Attending the meeting is a great way to…
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IHCC response to MDOT
Dear Friends and Neighbors, In February, Township officials met with a representative from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) to discuss serious concerns about the proposed use of M-124 as a haul route for the American Aggregates of Michigan (AAOM) mining application. What we learned raises significant concerns for our community. 1. MDOT Cannot Prohibit Trucks. Despite the risks to residents and visitors,…
