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Supervisor reports ongoing Font Lake drawdown; FEMA assistance sought

July 08, 2026 | St. James, Charlevoix County, Michigan


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Supervisor reports ongoing Font Lake drawdown; FEMA assistance sought
Supervisor Welke updated the board on ongoing efforts to drain the currently flooded Font Lake. She said the level has decreased with current efforts but remains about four inches above where it naturally sits and will likely increase with most rain events.

Welke told the board she is working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency to seek financial assistance for damage and repair related to the drawdown. The minutes do not detail damage estimates or a timeline for completed repairs.

Board members acknowledged the update; staff will continue mitigation and pursue available assistance channels.

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