M-119 Tunnel of Trees Scenic Heritage Route Fall Symposium September 21
News Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 31, 2022
HARBOR SPRINGS, MI – The M-119 Tunnel of Trees Scenic Heritage Route Committee and the Little Traverse Conservancy are hosting an M-119 Scenic Heritage Route Fall Symposium September 21 in Readmond Township. The symposium will start at 2:30 pm at the Readmond Township Hall, 6034 Wormwood Lane, Harbor Springs. Prior to the symposium there will be an optional field trip at 1:00 pm at the Seberon “Boo” Litzenburger Nature Preserve which is on Five Mile Creek Road just off M-119 about six miles north of Harbor Springs.
The symposium will include land protection options presented by the Little Traverse Conservancy, a discussion of tree health and road safety by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), and a presentation about corridor improvements by Emmet County Planning and Zoning.
There is no charge to attend the event and refreshments will be provided. Registration is available by sending an email to caitlin@landtrust.org or by calling 231.344.1010.
The M-119 Tunnel of Trees was officially dedicated as a Scenic Heritage Route in June of 2003. The Scenic Heritage Route Committee is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the scenic, cultural, natural, and historic characteristics of the M-119 corridor.
The Networks Northwest team did a great job to help the City of Charlevoix and Charlevoix Township collaborate in addressing housing challenges in our community. They facilitated dialogue with Planning Commissioners, community stakeholders, and municipal officials to develop a plan for cohesive zoning in areas of growth for our two governments. Further, they were able to pinpoint the challenges in each unit and propose changes that would be beneficial all around. Together, we believe we'll be better prepared for housing developments and job growth in our region. We look forward to working with them on future projects!
- Mark Haydlauff, City Manager, Charlevoix