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State Senator John Gleason (D-Flushing) is seeking public comment on a bill that would force the DNR to sell forest land to a private developer. Now is the time to act in order to prevent this bill from passing, as time is of the essence. As mentioned in our MWTHA poll, The Turkey Call, the Michigan Senate is now considering a bill (HB 5058) that would force the DNR to sell 475 acres of the AuSable State Forest to a private developer. The DNR is opposed to this type of deal, and if enacted, would set a dangerous precedent.
The developer is intending on expanding the Lakewood Shores Resort in Oscoda Twp. to "further develop and enhance golfing opportunities in Oscoda." They currently operate three other golf courses in the area. The state legislators, including Representative Joel Sheltrown and Senator Tony Stamas are claiming economic development in this area is needed to increase employment opportunities. This short term economic boost means that our state would loose valuable state forest land forever, which is well used by hunters, to satisfy this economic expansion. Contact Senator John Gleason today by email -
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- to voice your concern about selling off valuable public land for this kind of development. You may also reach his office by phone at: 517-373-0142. More information is available on this topic from the Michigan Land Use Institute at this link.
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