The planned concrete repair of the boat ramp that was scheduled for July 22nd has been POSTPONED. The ramp will be open as usual the week of 7/22-7/29. When a new date is scheduled, a notice will be posted here on the website and on the sign at the entrance to the neighborhood.
Feedback Requested Re: Earlier Drawdown of Lake Levels
The Huron River Chain of Lakes Association [formerly known as Portage, Base & Whitewood Owners Association (PBWOA)] has been advised that there may be a question of an earlier drawdown of our lake levels via the John Flook Dam. Both Washtenaw and Livingston Counties feel the discussion should include affected residents/riparians.
Historically, and per court order, the drawdown has been done in mid-November. However, it has been proposed that an earlier date (as early as October 1st) be required.
Please let the HRCOLA know what you think about this possibility. Your response to this question is greatly appreciated. Please respond to mail@hrcola.org before August 5th.
Boat Ramp Closure 7/22-7/29
New concrete for the boat ramp will be poured on July 22 (weather permitting). The ramp will be closed for one week (July 22-29) while the concrete cures. Please plan accordingly.
Volunteers Needed: Gravel Delivery at Park TOMORROW (6/28)
Short notice, but there will be two gravel trucks laying new gravel on the drive and turnaround at the park tomorrow, Friday, June 28th at 2pm. Anyone who is available and willing to help spread the gravel would be greatly appreciated! Please BYOR (bring your own rake), if possible!
Gallagher Blvd. Garage Sales 6/6-6/8
Garage/Downsizing/Moving/Estate Sales
Thursday-Saturday, June 6-8, 9AM-4PM
5026 Gallagher & 5038 Gallagher
+ 2 other Gallagher homes are supposed to join in, too
Strawberry Lake Weed Control Program
The first weed control application in 2024 for Strawberry Lake will take place on
Monday, June 3rd. Aqua-Weed Control, Inc. will be posting notices on May 31st, 2024.
With the mild winter and less ice and snow covering the lake this past winter the weeds have had a faster start on their growth than last spring. As the Township website indicates, the Township hired Progressive AE Water Resources Group to manage the weed control program, and they are out on the water to survey the entire lake to monitor the lake condition and survey the lake before each application. Expect it to take up to about 2 weeks to see a significant change in the lake after the application/treatment date.
Hamburg Township posts information and updates on the “Aquatic Weed Control S.A.D.” that started in 2023 on the township website. The direct link to this information is: https://www.hamburg.mi.us/resident/aquatic_weed_control_sad/index.php
You can easily sign up for updates using the “Sign up for notifications” link on the bottom of the home page on the township website.
There is also a new updated Hamburg Township Fertilizer Ordinance that became effective March 29, 2024. You can find a link to this new ordinance on the Aquatic Weed Control information page linked above.