- Represent the combined interests of our membership on issues of mutual concern that affect the fundamental character of Beaver Island.
- Work with local government units in support of property owners' shared perspectives, concerns and investments by:
- Providing a forum for discussion of island governance and property taxes
- Representing membership concerns through township government liaison
- Foster and support economic growth that is consistent with the preservation of the natural beauty of Beaver Island and the quality of life which is the reason for our original and continuing attraction to Beaver Island by:
- Advocating for environmental and economic sustainability
- Support the preservation of the natural resources and beauty of Beaver Island and appropriate environmental conservation policies and / or methods by:
- Monitoring and controlling invasive species
- Cleaning up beaches and campgrounds
- Helping with forest fire prevention
- Provide environmental education programs
- Sponsoring public summertime lectures and presentations
- Publishing a semi-annual newsletter and continuously updated website
ANNUAL DUES (tax deductible): $20 for the year July 1 to June 30
Mail checks payable to: The Beaver Island Association,
PO Box 390, Beaver Island, MI 49782 • Membership Application
Goal 1: Educate - Seminar Calendar & Papers
• Train property owners and visitors to identify and eradicate invasive species.
• Deliver educational events and products using multiple formats and media.
• Establish and maintain a website to provide information on invasive species.
Goal 2: Inventory - Invasive Species Location Form
• Set up a communication process for reporting random sightings.
• Develop and maintain lists of endangered and high threat invasive species.
• Establish a centralized GPS based database of invasive plant species.
Goal 3: Recruit - Volunteer Form
• Recruit and train a team to help treat infestations,
• Provide volunteer opportunities to control invasives.
• Maintain a volunteer database.
Goal 4: Rehabilitate - Project Calendar & Sign Up
• Prepare a Project Plan
• Eradicate Invasive Species (dig up, spray, contain)
• Protect endangered species (signage, fencing, walk ways)
• Rehabilitate and replant sites where appropriate.
Goal 5: Administer
• Identify the most important conservation challenges based on KPIs.
• Establish and implement protocols for documenting measures of success.
• Support policies that will decrease the impacts of invasive plants to wildlife.
• Review all proposals for the impact on environment and plant species.
Goal 6: Fund
• Pursue and secure funding to address eradication of invasive species.
• Maintain a benefactor database.
- Minutes & Proposals
