'Important Conversations To Be Having:' Lake Association Pushes Septic, Wake Boat Legislation
By Art Bukowski | July 10, 2026
A Leelanau County lake association is urging residents to support legislation that could protect the health of northern Michigan lakes.
The Lake Leelanau Lake Association sent an email to members that asks to them to voice support for Michigan Senate Bill 771, which would create a statewide septic code, and Senate Bill 812, which aims to regulate wake boats. The email includes letter of support templates for both bills and lawmaker contact info.
“The topics of these bills…have the potential to better protect our waters through stronger regulations,” the email reads. “We encourage you to read more about these topics and to use your voice to share your …
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