Because a healthy Lake Charlevoix needs you and you need a healthy Lake Charlevoix.

Simple as that....unless there is an organized group assuming the role of guardian of Lake Charlevoix; surely, without a custodian, the lake will be open to all the ills that can befall any beautiful Michigan inland lake.

Fortunately, the Lake Charlevoix Association (LCA) was created in 1974 and is the only organization 100% dedicated to the well being of Lake Charlevoix. Over the years, the LCA has compiled an outstanding track record of protecting the lake for all to enjoy.

However, times are changing and it has become apparent that negative pressures on the lake are on the increase. Issues such as sewage, contaminated stormwater runoff, polluted ground water seepage, over development, decreasing water levels and damaging invasive plants and fish, to name a few.

Accordingly, the LCA leadership has come to the conclusion that the organization must "ramp up" its efforts to become an even more powerful community force and a better representative of lake users.

To accomplish the above, the first order of business is for the LCA to significantly increase its membership. In the near future, the LCA is going to launch a major membership drive. Our goal is to have every property owner on Lake Charlevoix as a LCA member.

We also value having members who are not lakefront owners. These people have just as much right to enjoy the lake as those who live on the lake. It is critical that this population be as involved in protecting the lake as anyone else.

There is only one Lake Charlevoix and leaving it to fend for itself is not an option. The Lake needs tender, loving, care.....so that all of us, and future generations, can continue to enjoy the Lake as we do today. One person or one family will find it very difficult to guard against the looming problems facing the Lake today. It takes an organized body to make a difference.

If you are already a 2008 LCA member, we thank you. If not, please give us a head-start on our membership drive and follow this link to enroll today.

One final request; Over the next few months, LCA leaders plan to conduct several "focus group" meetings with members and non-members alike. The purpose of these meetings will be to gain input on improving our Association's effectiveness. Anyone that would like to take part in such a meeting may email Paul Witting at paulw@lca-mi.org.....or drop him a line to 3435 Ross Lane, East Jordan, MI. 49727. Your participation will be much appreciated

Remember.....There Is Only One Lake Charlevoix!!!