From UpNorthLive: Glen Lake Schools forest land debate highlights challenge of affordable housing solutions
NewsSetting the Record Straight
NewsSetting 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…
Building a Community Win-Win
NewsIn 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”)…
An Innovative Workforce Housing Solution
NewsThe 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,…
Why Is Sleeping Bear Gateways Council Focused on Workforce Housing?
NewsBecause 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…
Important Update: Glen Lake Community Schools’ Housing Initiative Presentation
NewsThe 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…
HomeStretch: Making a Difference in NW Lower Michigan
NewsHomeownership 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…