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Shakey Lakes Association 2026 Spring Meeting

Shakey Lakes Campground

May 23, 2026; 9:00 a.m.

AGENDA

 

CALL TO ORDER – 9:00 AM at Shakey Lakes Park Pavilion


• Approval of Agenda
• Approval of Spring Meeting Minutes
• Treasurer’s Report

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Balance as of May 18,2026

  • Checking: $2,166.00

  • CD $5,529 (3.8% Rate)

 

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OLD BUSINESS:

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  • Learn to Ski Update

  • Wild Rivers Invasive Species Coalition (WRISC)

    • Phragmites​
  • Boat Launch & Campground

  • Wild Rivers Invasive Species Coalition (WRISC)

    • Lake Management Plan Development​​​

    • Funding / Grants

    • Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program (MISGP)​

    • We Energies Mitigation & Enhancement Fund (MEF)

            

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NEW BUSINESS:

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  • 2027 Learn to Ski / Ski Show​

  • 2026 4th July Boat Parade

    • New Coordinator ​

  • SLA Summer 2026 Potluck

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Open Discussion:

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Fall Meeting: TBD

MEETING MINUTES

Lakes Association Meeting Minutes
Memorial Day 2026 Meeting
Date: May 23, 2026
Time: 9:02 AM – 9:54 AM
Attendees: 12 members

 

Agenda & Discussion

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1. Website and Meeting Agenda

 

2. Treasurer's Report

  • Certificate of Deposit (CD) at Flagstar Bank is a 12-month term and matures in May 2026.

    • Checking: $2,166.00

    • CD $5,529 (3.8% Rate)

 

3. Learn-to-Ski / Ski Show

  • County support for the program remains positive.

  • Challenges exist in securing performers due to scheduling conflicts.

  • Revisting possible Dates in 2027 and Ross will have options to present during the fall meeting.

 

4. County Relations

  • Representatives met with county officials on various topics.

  • Discussion was productive, with particular focus on lake-related issues.

 

5. Wild Rivers Invasive Species Coalition

  • WRISC will survey the lake in July to map the extent of Phragmites and then reach out to property owners to secure permission for treatment.

  • Treatment anticipated for Fall of 2026

    • Funded through an EPA Grant from the MI DNR​

  • Working to secure funding from EGLE to comeplte a Lake Survey with an anticipated start date in 2027

 

6. Weed Removal Program

  • Permitting is being pursued through EAGLE for aquatic weed removal.

  • Homeowner approvals are being collected to allow summer spraying activities.

 

New Business

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7. Ski Show 2027

  • Initial discussion regarding planning for the 2027 ski show.

  • New dates to be proposed during the Fall Metting

 

8. Boat Parade

  • Appreciation expressed to Kevin for his support and leadership.

  • A new chairperson is needed to continue organizing the event. Donna Liska has offered to step up.

  • Parade will continue on Saturday, July 4th @ 3:00 PM.

  • Budget approved not to exceed $400 for advertising and ice cream.

 

9. Member Potluck Gathering

  • Proposed social gathering at Camp Shakey for SLA members and friends as a way to meet other stakeholders on the lake.

    • Date: July 25 at 4:00 PM.

    • Cost: Free

  • Event duration estimated at approximately one hour.

 

10. Membership Contact List

  • Create a spreadsheet to review and update member email addresses.

 

Next Meeting

  • Scheduled for Labor Day Weekend, Saturday at 10:00 AM.

 

Adjournment

  • Meeting adjourned at 9:54 AM.

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