Southern Lakes Forum

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Sara McDonnell
University of Michigan
Center for Applied Environmental Research
432 N. Saginaw St., Ste 1001
Flint, MI 48502-1950
810-767-7272 phone
810-767-7183 fax
smcdonne@umflint.edu



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What is the Southern Lakes Planning Initiative?
The Southern Lakes Planning Initiative (SLPI) began as a group of planning commissioners and trustees/council members from local jurisdictions in southern Genesee and northern Livingston counties who were concerned about development issues. The SLPI began meeting in February 2005 to discuss the effects of rapid population growth and land consumption in the region. This growth is documented by 2005 Census figures, building permits issued for new residential and commercial units, and increases in school enrollment.
 

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Defining Community


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Fenton Wet Lands


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Membership

Membership in the SLPI is voluntary and informal. To date, regular membership has consisted of representatives from the following local governments and groups: City of Linden, Tyrone Township, Mundy Township, Argentine Township, Silver and Marl Lakes Homeowners Association, Genesee County Land Bank Authority, ENP & Associates, and CAER.