Beaver Island Michigan

Thank you to both townships for providing a public forum to discuss short term rentals.

Thanks own for your vigilance, Owen. The Japanese Barberry escaped from someone's yard plantings too. I'll pass along your observation to the Medical Center. Have a great winter.

Great information! Thanks!

Hi Pat, I posted this plan in an effort to make residents aware that the Peaine Township board was looking for input on their new plan. I was not involved. I will forward your remarks in the event the township doesn't visit this site. Vickie Smith and Maria Dal Pria are the township contacts. Stay w...

For those who are having difficulty navigating the township website and finding the new recreation plan, here is a link:

https://webgen1files1.revize.com/peaine ... .27.23.pdf

In the event that you missed the notice in the post office, below is another opportunity to participate: Peaine Township A draft copy of the Peaine Township 2024-2028 Five-Year Park & Recreation Plan is available for review and public comment for a period of 30 days at the at the Peaine Township...

Yes, bearberry berries are also a favorite of many species of birds on the island. Bearberry doesn't have the needle like thorns along the stems either.

While out in the woods this season, be on the look out for Japanese barberry. Several plants have been seen in the woods on the east side and south end of the island which escaped from a yard. Let's get rid of these plants which will help control the tick population. More information can be found on...

The Charlevoix County Planning Commission along with Commissioner Josh Chamberlain will be holding their October 5th Regular Meeting at the Peaine Township Hall at 2 pm. You are invited to join us. In addition to the regular meeting, the Planning Commission will be touring the island to assist with ...

Go Joe! I loved how you included Phyllis' vision in this effort.

The Charlevoix County Community Foundation's Geographic Enrichment Grants are due October 1, 2023. These grants support community needs on Beaver Island, Boyne City, Charlevoix, and East Jordan. A review of the grant guidelines for full details can be found at: https://www.c3f.org/ All grant applica...

Reminder: Vote August 8th: St. James Township has the BI District Library millage on their ballot and Peaine Township has four millages. Those four are for EMS, Airport, Road, and BI District Library. Thank you!

Happy Birthday Mary! I've always appreciated your kindness and clever wit. Our children grew up at the Toy Museum and hold many special memories. You are an island treasure!

Would you also include a link to the current recreation plan? Thanks.

Good clarification, Joe. Thank you for your offer regarding notifying law enforcement.