Woodland Lake

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10/30/2026 – Timber Char Filter Fall Reminder Please remember to remove your Timber Char filters before the lake freezes.

The first three filters provided (originally identified by white zip ties) can be disposed of in your regular household trash.

Important Update: Please do not spread the used Timber Char material on your lawn, as previously advised. The filters have captured nutrients from the lake, and placing the material on your lawn could potentially reintroduce those nutrients into the water through runoff. Additionally, the material requires specific application levels to provide benefits for plant growth.

Thank you for participating in this program and helping us protect Woodland Lake’s water quality!

10/30/2026 Protecting Our Dam: Please Do Not Dump Yard Waste

Woodland Lake’s dam is a critical part of our lake’s infrastructure, and protecting its structural integrity is everyone’s responsibility. The dam was constructed with an engineered slope and protective surfaces designed to help maintain its stability. Dumping grass clippings, leaves, branches, soil, or other yard waste onto the dam can create layers of loose, decomposing material that retain moisture, interfere with drainage, and potentially contribute to erosion or deterioration over time.

The devastating 2020 Edenville and Sanford dam failures in mid-Michigan remind us of the importance of proper dam construction, maintenance, and monitoring. While those failures had different underlying causes, they demonstrate why protecting the integrity of a dam is so important.

Please do not dump or allow lawn care professionals to dump any materials on the dam. If you observe dumping, whether by a neighbor or a lawn care company, please notify OWL so we can address the situation appropriately. Protecting our dam protects our lake, our homes, and our community.–

10/12/2026 – The Township Planning Commission will address ordinances related to Data centers in the township tonight at 6:30 PM. Here is the agenda link. Here is OWL’s response. Please plan to attend if you are able.

6/30/2026 – Algae Treatment tomorrow July 1. No water usage restrictions. Check your email for more information on the algae blooms.

5/6/2026 – TimberChar is arriving. Please plan to pick up your filter on one of the following days:
Saturday, May 9th, 9:00 am- 1 pm
Wednesday, May 13, 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: 2621 S. Hacker Rd
OR
Before the Annual Meeting: Wednesday, May 20th, 6 pm – 7 pm or after the meeting. Location: Shepherd of the Lakes Lutheran Church (Hyne & Hacker).

5/1/2026 – Annual General Meeting on May 20, 2026, at 7 pm. NOTE VENUE CHANGE – Shephard of the Lakes Lutheran Church, Corner of Hyne and Hacker Rd. See the proposed new Bylaws here to be voted on at the meeting.

4/24/2026 –Best solutions for fertilizing your lawns and weed control.

4/14/2026 – Shoreline Buffers and Natural Plantings to improve our Water Quality. See related information and links.

3/15/2026 – A newsletter went out on Friday, 3/12. If you are registered and did not receive it, check your spam folder.

Also, spring is coming (we promise). Be sure to place your Timber Char filters on your docks when you put them back in. You should have 4 from last year.

3/1232026 – TO: All Woodland Lake Riparians
CAUTION !    CAUTION !   CAUTION !
Please be advised that a DANGEROUS SITUATION been reported regarding Woodland Lake. Some  50 gallon drums being used as a potential seawall have broken free from the shoreline at the big island. When ice was on the lake the drums were observed and blowing around by the strong winds we have had.  One or two were blowing towards the bridge from the southerly winds. Now that the ice is off the lake the drums are no longer visible. Possibly sunk into the water. We have no idea where they may be or how many there are. We also do not know if anything is in them that could be detrimental to the water quality. I personally have contacted the owner WHO LIVES OUT OF STATE, and the authorities. PLEASE USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN OUT ON THE LAKE. THIS COULD BE A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TRYING TO GET DNR TO POST WARNING AT THE PUBLIC LAUNCH.
I WILL SEND UPDATES AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE.
PLEASE BE SAFE.

Anita Grapentien, President
Organization of Woodland Lake

2/23/2026 – Thanks to all of you that sent letters, attended the meetings and spoke directly to our elected officials. Today they voted for the PUD 5-2 (Patrick Michel and Rose Drouillard voted against the PUD). The OWL board is disappointed in this decision and remains committed to making sure that our lake and water quality stay top of mind.

2/19/2026 – Check out our new page dedicated to protecting our water quality from irresponsible development.

2/10/2026 – The 2nd reading for The Cove at Woodland Lake, will is scheduled for 2/23/26. Please plan to attend and voice your opposition to the plan. It will be at 6:30 pm at the Township Hall on Buno Road.

1/27/2026 – The Trustees voted 7-0 to move to the second reading. They believe managing as a PUD is their best way to manage the property. Trustees Patrick Michel (Supervisor) and Rose Drouilliard (Treasurer) expressed concerns, including the need to reduce the number of units, fewer docks (to reduce boat traffic), and concern over the condos in the wetlands. The second reading is scheduled 2/23/26 at 6:30 pm at the township hall on Buno Rd.

1/24/2026 – Press release urging Brighton Township Trustees to turn down PUD request.

1/18/2026 – Please see this page for more information and action items related to The Coves at Woodland Lake.

1/7/2026 – The Cove at Woodland Lake will be on the Brighton Township Trustee agenda on January 26th, 2026, at 6:30 pm at the Township Hall on Buno Road. Check your mailbox for a newsletter update. Not registered? Register below.

12/20/2025 – On Wednesday, the LCPC voted 6 -1 to deny the Brighton Township rezoning request from R2 to PUD. While this is certainly great news, it is very important to understand that the LCPC works in an advisory capacity only; their vote to deny is not binding on the township. See your inbox for more details.

Interested in being on the board? We will be holding elections. We have 8 positions up for election (or re-election). If you feel like you have time to contribute, we would love to see you volunteer. Send an email to info@woodlandlake.info