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Burt Township
Recreation Master Plan 2018-2022
Burt Township Recreation Plan
2018-2022 Update
Cheboygan County
Michigan
Prepared by:
Burt Township Planning Commission/Recreation Committee
Chris Kindsvatter, Chair
Members
Gene Hodulik
Paul Janness
Jay Jontz
Matt Landon
Adopted
Planning Commission: January 8, 2018
Township Board: January 18, 2018
With Planning Assistance Provided By:
921 West 11th Street Suite 2E
Traverse City, MI 49684
231.649.1065
Contents Community Description 4 Administrative Structure 8 Recreation Inventory 11 Resource Inventory 14 Planning and Public Input Process 18 Goal and Objectives 23 Action Program 24 Appendix A: Recreation Plan Public Input 26 Appendix B: Recreation Plan Adoption Process 34 Appendix C: Burt Lake Trail Handbook 38 Appendix D: Letters of Transmittal 43 Appendix E: Recreation Plan Certification Checklist 46
Section One
Community Description
Introduction during the summer months. This situation can be
seen throughout much of northern Michigan. The
Burt Township with its abundance of natural resources Census tally, taken on April 1st, does not count
is enjoyed for its many recreational opportunities. residents who winter elsewhere. Respondents are
While technically Burt Township is one standard asked to declare a permanent residence different
geographic township in area, slightly more than half from their April location, if more than six months are
of the Township is water (Burt Lake). Burt Township is spent at the alternate address. However, many fail
located on the western border of Cheboygan County, to do so for reasons of misunderstanding or for tax
which is situated in the north central part of northern purposes.
Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, see Figure 1-1.
In reviewing the social and economic information
derived from Census data, the figures presented
Population for housing characteristics show 516 units or 60.4
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the population percent of the total housing units as seasonal,
for Burt Township in 2010 was 680 persons (336 male, recreational, or occasional use homes. With this
344 female), averaging approximately 34.5 persons in mind, it can be assumed that the Township’s
per square mile for the Township’s 19.7 square miles resident population may increase by as much as 60
of land area. This population density can be compared percent or more during the summer months. Based
to approximately 36.5 persons per square mile for on the average household size in Burt Township of
Cheboygan County and 174.0 persons per square 2.13, if the seasonal dwellings are occupied at the
mile for the State of Michigan. same rate, the expected seasonal increase would
In discussing the population for Burt Township, be an additional 1,099 persons. In addition, many
however, it is important to note that the figure summer visitors stay at private lodging places or at
presented by the 2010 Census does not reflect the the homes of family or friends.
actual number of persons residing in the Township
The Burt Lake Trail on the west side
of Burt Lake.
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Data Sources: State of Michigan Geographic Data Library, Michigan DNR Open Data Portal, Burt Township, Cheboygan County GIS
Burt Township Rivers / Streams
Municipal Boundaries Lakes / Ponds
Cities and Villages
DNR Ownership
State Roads
All Roads
Scenic Features ATV/ORV. There are numerous public access sites
on Burt Lake within the Township that are well utilized
The dynamic, year round views of Burt Lake from
both in the summer and winter seasons. An extensive
along its shoreline are another important asset to Burt
network of trails in the Township utilize both public
Township. Development which occurs along the Burt
and semi-public lands, such as the State Forest land,
Lake shoreline area is visible to many other property
the University of Michigan properties and the Little
owners and boaters on the lake. Just as consideration
Traverse Conservancy properties. The Michigan
is given to the impact of development on water quality,
Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) also
the impact of development on visual quality should be
maintains a boat launch and rustic campground on
considered.
Maple Bay in the Township.
In addition to Burt Lake, wooded areas, farmlands,
In August, 2013, the initial 5.1 miles of the Burt Lake
streams and creeks, rolling topography, and historical
Trail were constructed from the DNR Maple Bay
structures are all important attributes found
Campground to Hogsback Rd on the west side of
within Burt Township. Extensive panoramic views
the lake. When completed, the trail will be an 18-
encompassing these features help create the pleasant
mile east/west connector between the Northwestern
rural and scenic character appreciated by residents
State Trail (Petoskey to Mackinaw City) at Brutus and
and visitors alike. The high points in the Township
the North Central State Trail (Gaylord to Mackinaw
are shown as Scenic Outlooks on the Recreational
City) at Topinabee. This initial Phase I of the trail is
Opportunities Map of Existing Conditions (Figure
a ten-foot wide crushed limestone pathway for non-
3-1). motorized recreation. Phase II of the trail is currently
being engineered for construction in 2018. It will
Recreation be 1.8 miles of paved, 10 foot wide trail through
the University of Michigan Biological Station land
The recreation opportunities in the Township currently
connecting the west and east sides of Burt Lake, and
consist primarily of water-related activities (boating,
provide many additional trails and the Gorge to be
fishing, swimming, etc.) and trails for hiking, skiing,
explored. This is being funded by DNR Trust Fund and
biking, as well as some trails for snowmobiling and
6 Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022
MDOT/Tap Grants with matching funds. A trail head
was constructed on the west side in 2014. Another
phase of the trail was completed in 2017 with 5 foot
paved shoulders included in the reconstruction of 1.4
miles of the Mullett-Burt Road on the east side of the
lake. Reconstruction of East Burt Lake road is planned
for 2020 with planned 6 foot shoulders on each side.
A second trail head is planned on land owned by the
township on the east side of the lake. See the map
above for a summary of existing and planned trail
improvements in the Township.
Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022 7
Section Two
Administrative Structure
Administrative Structure and responsibility for all park and trail related projects
resides with the Township Board.
Funding in Burt Township
Burt Township may establish a separate Parks and Trail Maintenance Capital Fund
Recreation Committee in the future that oversees The Burt Township Board is responsible for the
the general operation of the township parks and “off road” trail maintenance. In 2016, the Board
recreation programs. However, at the present time the established a separate accumulating trail maintenance
Planning Commission is also serving as the Parks and account, which will add $10,000 per year for five years
Recreation Committee. This Committee will provide to this fund and all the yearly unspent budget dollars
recommendations regarding park policies and projects of the Parks and Recreation budget line item (which
to the Township Board. At the present time there are has been budgeted at $25,000 per year). This account
no parks in the township. has presently grown to more than $34,000. It will
In 2010, the Burt Township Board approved the continue to grow over the next four years.
establishment of a Trail Committee to pursue the Volunteers
establishment of a non-motorized trail through the
Township. This trail committee reports directly to theVolunteers will be an integral part of the recreation
Township Board. projects in Burt Township. There is a designated
volunteer group maintaining the trail, while other
The Parks and Recreation Committee, Trail volunteers are solicited on a project by project basis
Committee and Township staff will serve as a to provide some of the labor for the Township “in-kind”
community sounding board on recreation matters, and match on projects as appropriate. The Township has a
bring the concerns of the residents to the Planning volunteer group of workers who maintain the existing
Commission and Township Board for consideration. 5 miles of trail. For lake related projects, the Burt Lake
Routine park and trail maintenance is handled by the Preservation Association (BLPA) is expected to be
Township staff, contractors and volunteers, operating an active partner. The BLPA has a very active and
under the direct authority of the Township Board. committed membership and volunteer base.
The ultimate decision-making authority and
Table 2-1: Township Budget and Recreation Expenditures, 2014-2018
Township Recreation Expenditures, 2014 - 2018
2014-2015 2015-2016 2016-2017 Approved 2017-2018
Expenditures
Recreation $20,866.29 $27,534.00 $10,971.76 $25,000.00
$386,692.42
Total Twp. $323,797.11 $421,960.61 $386,692.42
(thru October 2017)
Source: Burt Township Balance Sheets, 2014-2018
2014-2015 includes 20,000 for the Burt Township Trail
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Relationships provisions to continue and enhance the working
relationship with University of Michigan Biological
This Recreation Plan covers Burt Township, while the Station, the Little Traverse Conservancy and Michigan
Pellston School District serves Burt Township and the Department of Natural Resources as related to the
school district does not have any schools or facilities state-owned recreation facilities located within Burt
within the Township, the school district does utilize Township.
some of the public lands in Burt Township and thus
are indirectly included in this plan.
Status Report of all Grant-Assisted
Burt Township will be working cooperatively with
the Top of Michigan Trails Council to pursue the Parks and Recreation Facilities
development of non-motorized trails and bike lanes, This recreation plan is the third recreation plan
in order to most effectively develop local routes prepared by the Burt Township separate from
that connect with the larger trail system in northern Cheboygan County. The Township received a
Michigan. An intergovernmental trail maintenance Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust
agreement exists with Munro Township for the Fund grant to assist with the development of the initial
northern east-west trail connection through U of M phase of the non-motorized trail completed in August
Biological Station land. The Burt trail committee has 2013. Additionally, matching grant funding for Phase I
active members from Munro, Mullett, and Tuscarora of the trail project was secured through the Michigan
Townships. Department of Transportation. An earlier 1985 grant
Cheboygan County updated their recreation plan request was withdrawn. The Township also received
in January 2016, however the County Recreation a Recreation Passport grant in 2013 to renovate and
Plan only covers those Townships that actively expand an existing small nature preserve parking
participated in the County planning process. A survey area to a shared accessible parking area for both the
was published in the local newspaper for residents of new Burt Lake Non-Motorized Trail and the existing
the County to complete and send in. The response Chaboiganing Nature Preserve. Currently, Phase II of
rate from Burt Township residents on the Cheboygan the trail has been awarded a DNR Trust Fund Grant
County recreation survey was quite low, and can not and MDOT/TAPGrant. Details of the MDNR grants are
be considered representative. Burt Township is not listed below.
covered in the County Recreation Plan.
The Burt Township Recreation Plan does include
Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022 9
Below are photos of the newly completed Burt Lake Trailhead, which inlcudes ADA parking spaces and access to the Little Traverse Conservancy’s Chaboiganing Nature Preserve. 10 Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022
Section Three
Recreation Inventory
Inventory of Recreation Facilities and finally privately owned recreation sites. Each
listing is followed by a brief description of that location.
in Burt Township Figures 3.1 illustrate the location of the public sites.
An inventory of existing recreation facilities located in Burt Township owns two properties, the Township Hall
Burt Township is provided below. Sites are grouped which is approximately four acres in size, and could
according to jurisdictional ownership. Township be developed as a community park, and 4.5 acres at
owned facilities are listed first, then other public sites, the corner of Crump and Mullett-Burt Road.
Table 3-1: Recreation Facilities Owned and/or Operated by Burt Township
Facilities Owned and/or Operated By Burt Township
Name Size Facilities ADA Compliance
Accessible Township Hall with meeting
Burt Township Hall 4 ac (+/-) Met
room, with ADA accessible parking
Township Lot (on Crump Needed when
4.5 ac Undeveloped, future site for trailhead
Road near Mullett-Burt Road) developed
Table 3-2: Public Recreation Facilities in Burt Township
Public Recreation Facilities in Burt Township
Map 3-1
Location
Name Key Facilities
Maple Bay State Forest Campground A • Park with 38 rustic campsites
Michigan Department of Natural • Vault restroom facilities
Resources (MDNR) • Lake frontage on Burt Lake
• Fishing, swimming, boat launch & trailer/car parking
Maple Bay Boat Launch A Boat Launch and associated parking completed in the
Fall of 2013 with two boat launches and 39 auto/trailer
parking spaces.
Michigan Department of Natural B Undeveloped waterfront site.
Resources site on West Burt Lake
Burt Lake Chaboiganing Nature C • 12 car & bus parking areas with two accessible
Preserve Trailhead parking spaces
• Park entrance sign
• Benches
• Bike rack
Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022 11Public Recreation Facilities in Burt Township (continued)
Map 3-1
Location
Name Key Facilities
Road Ends (all available for winter use)
1) Maple Bay Rd A 1) Public access- boat launch improvements
completed
2) Mundt Road D-# 2) Public access - suitable for shallow draft boats,
expanded parking.
3) Indian Road 3) Public limited access
4) Roberts Road 4) Public access - suitable for shallow draft boats
5) Lawless Road 5) Public access - suitable for shallow draft boats
6) Mullett-Burt Road (“Hoppies”) 6) Public access - suitable for summer use,
expanded parking
7) White Goose Drive 7) Public access - suitable for shallow draft boats
8) Numbers Road 8) Public access - suitable for shallow draft boats
9) Needles Road 9) Public access - suitable for shallow draft boats
Table 3-3: Quasi-Public Recreation Facilities in the Township
Quasi-Public Recreation Facilities in the Township
Name Facilities
University of Michigan Biological Station • Trails—non-motorized (cross country skiing and
Property hiking trails)
Little Traverse Conservancy Preserves • Trails—non-motorized
Burt Lake Trail • Trail—non-motorized
A sign marking property
owned by the University of
Michigan Biological Station.
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Figure 3-1: Recreational Opportunities
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Data Sources: State of Michigan Geographic Data Library, Michigan DNR Open Data Portal, Burt Township, Cheboygan County GIS
Township Boundary DNR Surface Rights Ownership
State Roads Conservancy / Preserve
All Roads University of Michigan Properties
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Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022 13Section Four
Resource Inventory
Burt Lake Wetlands and Woodlands
Burt Lake makes up half of the Township’s geographic In addition to the scenic characteristics of woodlands,
area, accounting for 15.3 square miles (the Lake is forested areas provide habitat for wildlife, protect the
27.2 total square miles). As far as natural resources soil from erosion, and act as a buffer from noise on
are concerned, Burt Lake is treasured and highly heavily traveled highways.
coveted by residents and visitors alike. The Lake is Figures 4-1 and 4-2 shows the distribution of forested
the centerpiece of the Township; defining its identify, land within the Township. The forested and wetland
and supporting high quality wildlife habitat, and vast areas which occur throughout much of Burt Township,
recreational opportunities. some are under public, or quasi-public ownership,
such as the property owned by the University of
Fish and Wildlife Michigan. Other of these lands are protected in land
Trout, pike, walleye, perch, bass, and bluegill are trusts or with conservation easements.
the primary species found in Burt Lake, creating The dominant forest associations in Burt Township are
good recreational fishing opportunities. Burt Lake northern hardwoods, aspen, and pine in the upland
fishery management strategy includes stocking and areas. In the lowland or wetland areas, common
periodic surveying to assess the survival and growth hardwood species include ash, elm and red maple.
of stocked species and status of fish populations. The The coniferous associations are cedar and tamarack.
lake is stocked periodically with lake sturgeon and
rainbow trout by the Michigan Department of Natural Other “Protected” Lands
Resources (MDNR). Additional stocking of walleye
in Burt Lake is conducted by a private organization There are a growing number of parcels which have
under permit with the MDNR. been donated to or purchased by the Little Traverse
Conservancy. The Conservancy Preserve parcels
Habitat for populations of songbirds, wild turkeys, are shown on the Protected Lands Map, Figure 4-3,
muskrat, mink, and raccoon are also provided by and are protected from future development as public
wetlands within the Township. Predominant mammal conservancy-owned properties. Additionally, Little
species found throughout Burt Township are fox, Traverse Conservancy currently holds a conservation
squirrel, rabbit, raccoons, porcupines, skunks, easement or similar instrument on numerous other
coyotes, deer and black bears. Bear are occasionally private properties, (totally 306.3 acres) in the
spotted in the Township. Additionally, the Michigan Township. These privately- owned properties are
Monkey-flower is a endangered species both at the not shown on the map, but are protected due to
state and federal level, and the Hungerford crawling specific development restrictions associated with
water beetle is a state listed endangered species, both their respective conservation easement to limit future
of these species are found in Burt Township. Also, development on the particular property.
two “threatened” species, the bald eagle and osprey
have been sighted in Burt Township. The following The University of Michigan owns extensive property
“special concern” bird species are known to nest in (over 2,300 acres) primarily in the northern portion
Burt Township: Cooper’s hawk, northern goshawk, of Burt Township. While this land is considered semi-
American bittern, red-shouldered hawk and common public, since the University allows residents use of the
loon. trails, it is not protected in any permanent manner.
The Mackinaw State Forest land owned by the State
of Michigan is open for public use, but as with other
state-owned land it is not necessarily permanently
protected.
14 Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022Figure 4-1: Existing Land Cover Map
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Data Sources: State of Michigan Geographic Data Library, Michigan DNR Open Data Portal, Burt Township, Cheboygan County GIS, National Land Cover Database 2011
Township Boundary Developed, Medium Intensity Dwarf Scrub
Open Water Developed, High Intensity Shrub / Scrub
Woody Wetlands Barren Land (Rock / Sand / Clay) Grassland / Herbaceous
Emergent Herbaceous Wetlands Deciduous Forest Sedge / Herbaceous
Developed, Open Space Evergreen Forest Pasture / Hay
Developed, Low Intensity Mixed Forest Cultivated Crops
Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022 15Figure 4-2: Forests and Wetlands Map
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Figure 4-2: Forests and Wetlands
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Data Sources: State of Michigan Geographic Data Library, Michigan DNR Open Data Portal, Burt Township, Cheboygan County GIS
Township Boundary Freshwater Emergent Wetlands Deciduous Forests
State Roads Freshwater Forested/Shrub Wetlands Evergreen Forests
All Roads Potential Wetland Restoration Areas Mixed Forests
Railroads
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16 Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022Figure 4-3: Protected Lands Map
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Figure 4-3: Protected Lands
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Data Sources: State of Michigan Geographic Data Library, Michigan DNR Open Data Portal, Burt Township, Cheboygan County GIS
Township Boundary DNR Surface Rights Ownership
State Roads Conservancy / Preserve
All Roads University of Michigan Properties
Railroads Township-Owned Properties
Rivers / Streams
Lakes / Ponds
Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022 17Section Five
Planning and Public Input Process
Planning Process for Township updates inviting them to participate
and posted a link to the survey on the Township
The 2018-2022 Burt Township Recreation Plan is
website. The survey was also announced in the
the third 5-year Burt Township recreation plan and
Petoskey News, the Cheboygan Tribune, and the
the second update of the original Burt Township
Straitsland Resorter. One hundred and fifty-five
Recreation Plan adopted in 2007. Prior to 2007,
(155) surveys were completed and returned, for a
Burt Township had not had its own township level
return rate of 17.5 percent.
recreation plan. The awareness of the benefits
of a township level recreation plan grew out of The following pages summarize the results of the
the master planning process and the associated survey. In a few instances, survey respondents
were asked to provide open-ended responses. That
citizen survey. Following the adoption of the Burt
input is summarized at the end of this section.
Township Master Plan, a new Zoning Ordinance
was prepared and adopted, and then work began
on a Township Recreation Plan early in 2007. Since
that time, a dedicated Trail Committee has actively
pursued the design and development of the initial
phase of a trail that will ultimately connect between
the North Central State Trail and the Petoskey to
Mackinaw City trail.
The Planning Commission, serving as the Parks
and Recreation Committee has reviewed and
considered draft portions of the updated recreation
plan at three public meetings. The draft plan
was posted on the Township website and made
available for review. A public meeting was held
on the proposed recreation plan on November
13, 2017, the minutes of which are included in
Appendix A.
Public comments were considered and the plan
modified. The revised plan was adopted by the
Burt Township Planning Commission on January 8,
2018 and by the Burt Township Board of Trustees
on January 18, 2018.
Community Survey
The Burt Township Planning Commission, in
association with Beckett & Raeder, Inc, conducted
an online citizen survey during November through
December of 2017. A postcard with a link to
the survey was mailed to 884 property owner
households. In addition, the Township sent out An infomational kiosk at the Maple Bay Boat Launch and
an email to all Township residents who registered Campsite.
18 Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022How often do you use the following recreational facilities in Burt Township?
Burt Lake Trail 15% 16% 8% 15% 17% 29%
Colonial Point Preserve (Little Traverse Conservancy) 8% 10% 3% 19% 17% 43%
Nature Trails (University of Michigan Biological Station property) 5% 10% 7% 22% 24% 32%
Maple Bay State Forest Campground 3% 10% 14% 71%
Public access road ends on Burt Lake 6% 6% 28% 19% 37%
Maple Bay Boat Launch 4% 32% 24% 37%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
At least once a week A few times a month Once a month Several times a year Once a year or less Never
Please select all recreational activities you enjoy doing in Burt Township
Boating
Swimming
Walking or Jogging
Fishing
Bicycling
Hiking
Cross country skiing
Snowmobiling
ORV/UTV rercreation
Bird Watching
Camping
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
What types of recreation improvements would you like to see the
Township put grant funding and other efforts toward? (Please check
Development of a
Township Park, 27
all that apply)
Expansion of the
Burt Lake Trail
System, 85 Improvements to
Public Road Ends,
46
Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022 19Would you be supportive of a Township Park within Burt Township?
Undecided,
23%
Yes, 34%
No, 43%
If you are supportive of a Township Park, where do you feel it should this park be located?
No Preference,
14%
At the Township
Hall, 16%
On Burt Lake,
55%
Inland (away
from the lake),
25%
If you are supportive of a Township Park, what amenities would you like to see?
Restrooms
A small picnic pavilion
Playground equipment
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90%
20 Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022How long have you lived in Burt Township?
Less than 5
Years, 13%
5-10 Years, 12%
Over 20 Years,
53%
10-20 Years,
22%
Which of the following describes your property/residence in Burt Township
Waterfront
Seasonal Resident
Full-time Resident
Rural Residential
Farmland
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90%
Which category describes your age?
Less than 40
80 years or older years
40-49 years
70-79 years
50-59 years
60-69 years
Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022 21Long Answer Survey Responses public hearing were conducted. During the preparation
of the Master Plan, an initial goal setting public
What types of recreation improvements input session was also held. Because many of the
would you like to see the Township put conditions have remained constant, the previous
funding towards? public input collected was used to inform the 2018-
There was a diverse range of responses in terms 2023 Recreation Plan.
of the types of recreation improvements residents A public hearing on the updated Recreation Plan was
wanted to see. As can be expected, there was conducted on January 8, 2018, at the Burt Township
significant focus on the Burt Lake Trail system. Hall to provide an opportunity for comment on the
Although it is part of the Township’s long-term plan, recreation plan.
a number of people articulated a desire for the bike
The draft recreation plan was made available for
trail around the entire lake. A number of people also
review at the Township website or by contacting the
want to improve the existing trail so it does not abut
Planning Consultant. Hard copies of the plan were
the road, referencing safety concerns.
also available at the Topinabee Public Library and the
There were also a few individuals concerned about Indian River Area Library. A public hearing notice was
spending of public funds on the trail development. published on December 7, 2017, in the Straitsland
A number of people voiced support for motorized Resorter, (see Appendix A), and posted at the
trail improvements, specifically for snowmobiles and Township Hall.
ATV/ORVs.
One respondent referenced the desire for a new Adoption Process
park, stating that the Township should let the
The Burt Township Planning Commission serving
DNR develop a park on the north end of the lake,
in their capacity as the Burt Township Parks and
while others did not want to discuss any such new
Recreation Committee, held a public hearing on the
recreational amenity.
Recreation Plan, after which the Planning Commission
Other recommendations included a pickle-ball court, adopted the Recreation Plan on January 8, 2018. A
improvements to public boat launches, increased copy of the hearing minutes and resolution of adoption
patrol of the campground and boat launch, and are included in Appendix B.
more promotion of recreational amenities.
Recreation Plan adoption resolution
What other amenities would you like to see The Recreation Plan was adopted by official
at a Township Park? resolution, by the Burt Township Board of Trustees
For survey respondents who were supportive of on January 18, 2018 and a copy of the resolution is
a Township Park, this question asked what other included in Appendix B.
amenities (besides the multiple choice options of
restrooms, a small picnic pavilion, or playground Transmittal to the Regional Planning Agency.
equipment) people would like to see constructed at The adopted plan was transmitted to the Northeast
the Township Park. The following suggestions were Michigan Council of Governments on January 23,
provided: 2018, a copy of transmittal letter is provided in
1. Tennis Courts Appendix D.
2. Birding/Nature Trail Transmittal to the County Planning Agency.
3. Ballfields The adopted plan was transmitted to the Cheboygan
4. Open Space for Passive Activities County Planning and Zoning Department on January
23, 2018, a copy of transmittal letter is provided in
5. Canoe/ Kayak Launch
Appendix D
6. Picnic Table
.
Recreation Plan Certification
Other Public Input A copy of the Recreation Plan Certification checklist is
As part of the last master planning process in Appendix E.
approximately twelve public meetings and one
22 Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022Section Six
Goal and Objectives
The recreational goal and objectives presented below are the result of the Planning Commission master
planning process, the public input received during that process, and the further refinement and expansion
during the subsequent recreation plan development.
Recreation Goal
Provide and maintain recreation lands and facilities for safe access
and enjoyment by residents and visitors.
OBJECTIVES
• Establish legal agreements for bike, ski trail, snowmobile-ORV/ATV and
connections to publicly owned, semi-public and conservation areas within the
Township.
• Continue to implement the Burt Lake Trail to provide a non-motorized routes along
East Burt Lake Road and West Burt Lake Road.
• Continue to work with adjacent Townships to implement the portions of the Burt
Lake Trail outside the Township to connect to the North Central State Trail and the
Northwestern State Trail.
• Establish snowmobile connector routes, including trails linking to existing trail
systems in Pellston, Munro, Tuscarora, and Mullett Townships.
• Develop non-motorized trails and designated bike and walking routes, with
supporting facilities (such as trailheads, parking and signage), to connect recreation
areas in the Township, and provide connections to trail systems outside the
Township.
• Maintain public lake access at existing road ends.
• Seek grant funding to construct trail and trailhead amenities and seek funding for
other needed recreation activities.
• Work with the BLPA, Tip of the Mitt, and others to monitor water quality, invasive
species, and the overall health of Burt Lake.
Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022 23Section Seven
Action Program
The action program is presented below in two tables that describe improvements to existing facilities and
the development of new facilities. Anticipated funding sources will be in the form of cash from the Township
general fund and public/private donations for the trail construction, in-kind labor, and Michigan Department of
Natural Resources (MDNR) grants. Sources of the grants are: Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF),
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF), Recreation Passport and other appropriate grant programs.
Capital Improvements Schedule for Proposed Facilities
Cost and Anticipated
New Facilities Year Activity/ Development Funding Source
Road Ends 2018- Improvements at: $50,000
2022 • Mullett-Burt Road Road Commission and
Township
Multipurpose Non- 2018 West Burt Lake Road through $719,000
motorized Pathways UMBS property to East Burt MDOT, MDNR
Lake Road - establish pathway
in existing R.O.W. and provide
supporting facilities.
2020 East Burt Lake Road - establish $ [under investigation]
pathway in existing R.O.W. (6 MDOT, MDNR, local
foot shoulders) and supporting foundations/grants and
facilities. township.
2020 Continue off road trail from East $ [under investigation]
Burt Lake Road/Riggsville Rd. to MDOT, MDNR, local
Birchwood. foundations/grants and
township.
2022 Trailhead and trailhead facilities at $ [under investigation]
the Township-owned lot on Crump MDOT, MDNR, local
Rd. near Mullett-Burt Road. foundations/grants and
township.
24 Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022Rationale for Trailhead with Public
Facilities:
Burt Township currently owns a 4.5 acre undeveloped
property off Crump Road near Mullett-Burt Road.
This property is ideally located to be developed as a
trailhead for residents and visitors to use to access
the Burt Lake Trail. The Township is interested in
exploring development of this trailhead and may
explore adding the following recreational amenities:
• Simple directional and informational signage
• Restroom facility
• Picnic tables or picnic shelter
• Playground equipment
Rationale for Road End
Improvements
Many of the Township residents who access Burt Lake
do so via one or more of the road end access sites.
Currently parking is problematic during the busier
times.
Rationale for New Trails
There is a need and interest to provide non-motorized
pathways throughout the Township including along The Burt Lake Trail on the west side of the Lake at the
intersection of Shiawassee Road and Brutus Road.
both sides of Burt Lake, as well as to link to the
University of Michigan Biological Station and the
MDNR campground at Maple Bay and ultimately
to connect into the regional trail system in Brutus
and Topinabee. Safety is our goal. The safest
trails for pedestrians and bicyclists are trails which
are separate from the vehicular routes. This will
continue to be the focus wherever possible. The trail
supports healthy outdoor recreation activity, provide
a closer connection with the natural beauty of the
area, and has a positive impact on property values.
Further, trails throughout northern Michigan are
used extensively both by local residents and tourists.
See Appendix C for a copy of the Burt Lake Trail
Handbook.
Burt Township Recreation Plan, 2018-2022 25Appendix A:
Recreation Plan Public Input
Postcard mailed to all property owners
SHARE YOUR VISION FOR
RECREATION IN BURT TOWNSHIP!
Burt Township is preparing a 5-Year Parks and Recreation
Plan. If you are a Township resident or simply enjoy recreating
in Burt Township, we want to hear from YOU! Please
complete this short online survey by December 15, 2017.
www.surveymonkey.com/r/burt-twp
We can also mail you a survey Thank you for taking the time to help
Please Call Claire Karner 231.649.1065 improve Burt Township’s recreation system!
Ad Proof
SHARE YOUR VISION FOR
RECREATION IN BURT TOWNSHIP!
Burt Township is preparing a 5-Year Parks and
Recreation Plan. If you are a Township resident or
-Ad Proof- simply enjoy recreating in Burt Township, we want
to hear from YOU! Please complete this short online
survey by December 15, 2017.
www.surveymonkey.com/r/burt-twp
This is the proof of your ad scheduled to run on the dates
indicated below. Please proof read carefully if changes are needed,
We can also mail you a survey, please call Claire
please contact us prior to deadline at Karner at (231) 649-1065. Thank you for taking the time
to help improve Burt Township’s recreation system!
(231) 439-9322 or email at haugust@petoskeynews.com.
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2 bedroom, upper level, to remind me. Then on
Available November 1 to
Look also for narrow
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547-4486.
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treat wounds, ease gas-
Furnished of steam, Ken- stabbed to death, Poirot “Blade Runner 2049), of interesting camera
Near Petoskey.
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Sage is one of the
Two-car attached garage. 12250 Country Club Drive, Charlevoix, MI feel Branagh’s gracious designer Alexandra Thanksgiving is just
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Gardens Association with full Alba Hwy above the Marathon chest, off white leather sofa/lounge chair/ottoman, oak armoire, wicked sweet tooth and they’re all suspects. — the director — is covered mountain of gent, antiseptic, and
for your turkey stuffing.
length heated pool. Available Station. 2 bed, 1-1/2 bath.1000 mahogany D.R. table/leaves/8 chairs, bar stools, smoking a fabulous mustache. Pfeiffer, enjoying a immensely attentive to tangled contrivances. antibiotic.
January 2018.$3,500 Monthly sq. ft. Washer/dryer hookup.
For many, Thanksgiving
stand, pine desk/hutch top, pair pine night stands/double can- Burt Township is preparing a 5-Year Parks and
Fastidious to a fault, his career resurgence, is a fact and detail, includ- Like the locomotive, the In sacred ceremonies,
only. Pat Verhelle 231-881-4321 Utilities Not included. $685 is the only time that the
opy bed/dresser/mirror, queen sleep sofa, tole painted rocker, daily breakfast is two hoot as a slinky blonde ing drawing a robust story literally falls off the bundles of sage (tradi-
sage comes out to play in
Recreation Plan. If you are a Township resident or
month +deposit. No Pets. Non oak roll top desk, 2 computer desks, game table/chairs, Steel symmetrical boiled eggs widow on the hunt for tionally white sage) is
performance out of tracks, taking a turn into the kitchen.
simply enjoy recreating in Burt Township, we want
smokers preferred. Case office furniture, Kimball console piano burned slowly to create a
Houses for Sale and a piece of toast cut a new husband. Rid- Branagh — the actor darker territory involv- I don’t know if the
to hear from YOU! Please complete this short online
(231)584-3200 ACCESSORIES: Table/floor/desk lamps, area rugs, framed smudge that is believed
survey by December 15, 2017. into perfect squares. He’s ley’s governess squares — playing the quirky ing the effects of trauma Colonists made stuffing,
prints, wine rack, 46” Sony Bravia flat screen T.V., Boise system, to bad negative spirits
all about “evidence, order, off nicely with Poirot, detective with a mix of and serving of justice. and if they did whether
Levering: 3125 Luesing Rd. Boyne City 2 bedroom, 55 Singer sewing machine, treadmill www.surveymonkey.com/r/burt-twp method,” that is why especially in one pivotal from the sacred circle,
2-story home with barns, on plus housing community. GARAGE: Work bench, yard/garden tools, snow shoes, heavy cheeky humor, vim and That’s all I’ll say so as it had sage in it or not.
60+/- acres, 3 bedrooms, 1 Maximum income (2 person) he’s never met a case he scene. Bateman is enjoy- vigor. The director also not to spoil the ending But I do know that this as well as to cleanse the
duty storage shelves, Kenmore gas stove, 21.8 cu. ft. G.E. side
bath. Asking $99,900. For 24,800. Boyne City Housing. by side refrigerator/freezer etc. couldn’t crack. able as the playboy-ish adeptly keeps Depp’s for those new to Chris- common herb has been spirits of those gathered.
more info please call Scott at (231) 582-6203 Like Christie’s novel director of the train. But scenery-chewing habit tie’s story. used for centuries to For cultivation, sages
(231)439-1595.
We can also mail you a survey, please call Claire and Sidney Lumet’s the rest of the ensemble, in check — no small feat. In spite of the script’s treat wounds, heal sore are pretty much the
Charlevoix: 1 bedroom, North Info: qqbee@torchlake.com 1974 Oscar-winning film from Depp’s shady- Branagh has a knack for heavy reliance on throats, retard spoilage same. Once the plants
Loan/Grants
Karner at (231) 649-1065. Thank you for taking the time
Side. Water, sewer, snow plow- Cell phone: 231-620-4120 or 231-313-1436 to help improve Burt Township’s recreation system! adaptation, the new star- looking American on mood and ambiance, exposition, the ending of food, and ease the have reached eight inches
to help buy and rehab a home. ing and lawn care included. Photos/Full listing: www.northernantiqueappraisers.com studded whodunit is set down to Dench’s wealthy too, vividly creating cleverly nods to another or so of height, it’s ok to
symptoms of pretty much
Northern Homes CDC. $550 a month. No pets. Call - No Prior Sales - in 1934 aboard the Orient princess, barely register. a lush period drama Christie novel and film, start picking the leaves
231-582-6244.
what ails you.
Spencer 231-330-1356 Express, the luxury train They are merely drawn with an assist from “Death on the Nile.” for cooking, tea, or medi-
FREE
In the garden, sage is
bound from Istanbul to too thin by screenwriter cinematographer Haris Should this movie do a pretty herb that’s easy cine bags. Sages deliver
Zambarloukos (“Thor”), decent box office, I can to grow in full sun and pretty, spikey flowers
complete with picture- smell a sequel, which is well drained soil. Start it in early summer. Clip
SHARE YOUR VISION postcard-perfect vistas
of the snowy Alps. You
OK by me.
I’d relish the chance
from seed and then move
it outside or buy a young
these off and put them
in a vase on the table. It
FOR RECREATION IN feel transported. Inside,
Branagh creates a feel-
to see Branagh wear
Poirot’s fab mustache
plant from the garden
center.
will promote growth and
bushiness in the plants.
BURT TOWNSHIP! ing of claustrophobia again. Even in poor soil, sage
grows well if you don’t
Sage can survive the
winter if you cover it
over-water. with a cloche or bury it in
Five things to do this weekend Sage’s fuzzy, gray-green leaves.
Burt Township is preparing a 5-Year Parks leaves add interest to the It’s hardy to zone 5,
and Recreation Plan. If you are a 1 Bishop Baraga will
celebrate Veterans Day
West Central Avenue in
Mackinaw City. perennial border, but if
you plant it in the veg-
which is a little warmer
than we are here above
Township resident or simply enjoy on Friday at 10 a.m. with an
the 45th parallel, but
4
assembly. The Cheboygan Sports- etable garden, it’s known
to pray to dance to tweet to report recreating in Burt Township, we want to man’s Club will hold to keep white butterflies many gardens have
hear from YOU! Please complete this
short online survey by December 15, 2017.
2 Saturday at 11 a.m.,
the Indian River
Eagles Club will hold a
a sight-in day on Satur-
day from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Free for members, $5 for
away from the cabbages.
There are a lot of
micro-climates that “buy”
us an extra zone number.
plants out there with Who knows?
Thanks to the First Amendment,
ceremony featuring a flag non-members.
www.surveymonkey.com/r/burt-twp donated to the club that
‘sage’ in their names. Perhaps some of us will
If you’re looking for get our knees dirty by
you can be whoever and We can also mail you a survey, please call
has been in two different
wars. 5 On Sunday, the Play
the Carnegie Concert
Series continues with a
the common one that
you grew up with, it’s
devoting entire sections
of the herb garden to
Claire Karner at (231)649-1065. Thank you salvia officinalis. If you sage!
whatever you want to be. for taking the time to help improve Burt 3 Also on Saturday, a Hol-
iday Gift Expo on behalf
of St. Anthony’s Church will
performance by Sam King
from 2-4 p.m. Admission is
by donation. 400 West Elm
encounter something
called “summer savory”
Time in the garden
is just another way that
Township’s recreation system! run 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at 600 Street in Cheboygan. or “winter savory,” those sage is good for our
Learn more and celebrate your are sages also; Satureia health.
freedoms by sharing your videos,
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