Entries by revel
Setting the Record Straight
Setting the Record Straight Last week, the Leelanau Enterprise ran a front-page article regarding the January 16th Empire Township Planning Committee meeting, during which the Sleeping Bear Gateway Council (SBGC) was invited to present the steps taken by the Council. The Enterprise carelessly reported on a meeting that its reporter did not attend, making false […]
Building a Community Win-Win
In our efforts to create a better understanding, in addition to dispelling misinformation regarding SBGC’s efforts to establish attainable workforce housing, here are a few facts: Our proposal to the Glen Lake Community Schools (the“School”) is to utilize a small portion (40 acres) of the 180-acre parcel owned by the School located in Empire Township […]
An Innovative Workforce Housing Solution
The Glen Lake Community Schools (GLCS) have been given a rare opportunity to facilitate the development of both rental and homeownership opportunities for a diverse group of workforce families and households, such as teachers, firefighters, law enforcement, road commission, and other public sector employees. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has proposed a process that […]
Why Is Sleeping Bear Gateways Council Focused on Workforce Housing?
Because there is a critical workforce housing shortage in Leelanau and Benzie Counties! According to Flywheel, Leelanau County has a projected workforce housing gap of 2,335 units, both for sale and rentals, through 2027. Closing the gap in workforce housing is critical in preserving the services we have come to rely upon. Without workforce housing, […]
Important Update: Glen Lake Community Schools’ Housing Initiative Presentation
The Sleeping Bear Gateways Council (SBGC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit providing information and assistance to stakeholders in the gateway communities in proximity to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Every person at SBGC is a volunteer and receives no compensation in any form for their dedicated services. Over the past several weeks, a great deal […]
HomeStretch: Making a Difference in NW Lower Michigan
Homeownership dreams are fading for many in lower Northwest Michigan, consisting of teachers, healthcare workers, first responders, tradesmen and families, plus many others who work in our local restaurants and businesses. As scenic beauty and recreational opportunities draw new residents and tourists, housing prices are skyrocketing, leaving local families and essential workers struggling to find […]