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Take a Breather
A report on the July 16, 2026, regular council meeting. Plus a sneak preview of where the Betsie Valley Trail might go through the new development to E Beach, and a link to the live Elberta Commons Community Survey
A Democratic Candidate’s Corporate Ties Exposed
Is enough enough? When it comes to “money out of politics” Callie Barr’s claims may amount to small change indeed.
County Administrator Leaving for Fremont
Special County Commission Meeting Tomorrow
The Long and Short of It: Council Agenda and Parks & Rec
The Budget, Grant, Finance, and Audit Committee meeting has been rescheduled for tomorrow, Bastille Day, at 8 a.m. For Thursday’s council meeting the list is skeletal but includes a UB Clerk application.
Work the Polls
Gilmore Clerk Amanda Rommell still needs election workers for early voting. The in-person training was July 9, but you can still do a self-paced training anytime before July 25 to get certified. My earlier post suggested you need to be present at the Gilmore Board meeting tomorrow but
Elberta Commons Update
Per a postcard handed out to members of the Parks & Rec Commission at their July 9 meeting, the first charrette will be held September 22–24, with some preliminary activities you can sign up for online, though it’s unclear how exactly.
Council Hires AI-Enhanced Code Enforcement Officer and Things of That Nature
At least one human will use AI to notify the Village within 120 seconds of a potential violation. Council also accepted the UB clerk's resignation and ordered speed humps again.
Special Meeting Monday Morning
At 8 a.m. Council will convene to consider a resignation, meet with Jim Baldwin about code enforcement, and discuss speed humps.
Turtlefest: It’s a Movement
The signs are coming down ahead of schedule — some of our bescuted friends are still scooting across. Please watch for them, and tell your fellow FOTs.
Trail Users Must Stop for Cars!
It looks like a Frankfort-style crosswalk, but it isn't.
WUWU Is Live
Turn your radio to 100.1
Bye-Bye, Choo Choo
The Penfold Park train climber has been derailed.
The Seemingly Endless Saga of the MiniPond/Penfold Kayak Launch Ramp
Has come to an end. The Kayak Launch is open!
End of May and Beginning of June: School’s Out
'Twas a special meeting.
Conservancy Set to Acquire ELHC Land
Just $7.5 million and board approval to go.
Animal Control
Two dog attack incidents signal a need for greater vigilance on the part of all dog owners.
You Could Stop Traffic
Or at least manage parking
Knotweed Treatment Begins in Elberta
The Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network (ISN) began treating invasive Japanese knotweed on June 27.
How to Enjoy July 4 at Elberta Beach and the Waterfront Park
A handy guide to letting loose in our public areas
WUWU on Your Dial
New residents and volunteers are creating a local Elberta radio station.
Update: Water Project Bonus Track!
Early starts continue this week; work expected to finish by July 4