Lake Michigan Shore Association
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About Us

OUR BEGINNING


Our founder, William Erby Smith, realized this lakeshore was an incredible place and began proceedings to protect it by creating the Lake Michigan Shore Association in 1962. The Lake Michigan Shore Association is a vitally important organization that is dedicated to monitoring issues that could adversely impact our area. We also advocate and encourage actions that enhance the quality of life and the environment along the lakeshore.
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WHO WE ARE TODAY


It is with our membership support that we are able to present a meaningful collective voice on issues of concern and to make real and significant impacts on community related matters. We provide a forum for the dissemination of information and education on issues such as lake level projections, shoreline protection measures, surface drainage and creek pollution, utility services and extension plans, property assessments and taxes, and specific interest items that affect our area.

The Association meets annually each summer.
 Members are invited to bring their family and neighbors and share the fellowship of our unique lakeshore community. Guest speakers on current topics are invited and members are encouraged to attend. There are several social events held throughout the year as well!
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS          


Board Member
​Frank Alfieri
Curt Bailey
Duane Brown
Clark Carmichael
Daphne Fairbanks
John Folks, Membership
John Hagen
Charles Landefeld, President
Andy Murch, Treasurer
Mike Nave
Kat Needham, Secretary
Don Olendorf
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Lake Michigan Shore Association
PO Box 995 ~ Douglas, MI 49406
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • History
    • Good Neighbor Initiative
    • Stewardship of the Shoreline
    • Road Safety Suggestions & Guidelines
  • Membership (New)
    • New Member SignUp
    • Member Sign In
    • Membership Directory
  • Newsletter
    • 2025 Newsletter
    • Newsletter Archive
  • BLOG
  • Resources
  • Sponsors
  • Contact