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We are located on the shores of Lake
Michigan, in Michigan's Ottawa County. Organized as a 501(c)(3)
non-profit corporation in 2005, the Friends of Ottawa County
Parks have vigorously built public awareness of County Parks by:
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..hosting events to introduce park
properties and facilities to the public.
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..providing information about the
county park system at fairs, community celebrations, and
out-lying recreation sites
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..sponsoring a low-cost Grand River
excursion for families on the paddle-wheeler Grand Lady
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..organizing events to explore &
discover features within the parks
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.. planning and assisting Parks staff
with activities to involve residents and visitors in healthy
activity and nature appreciation.
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Where and when we Meet:
Board members,
committees, and officers have been holding small group meetings
for planning 2022 events. We are excited to be planning for
assisting parks staff with public gatherings and to plan our
fundraising Grand Lady trips. Watch the newsletters for an
invitation and details for our full membership meeting in
September.
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Governance:
All members are encouraged to attend
the member meetings to make suggestions and participate in
planning and discussions. The elected Board of Directors and
Officers make the decisions for operation of the organization
in cooperation with the Parks Department and Parks Commission.
2022- 2023 Board of
Directors:
- President, Maureen McElroy
- Vice President, Judy Tuttle
- Secretary, Joan Doney
- Treasurer, Alice Hoban
- Parks Commission Rep, Linda McAffrey
- Director, Barbara Brown
- Director, Thomas Boven
- Director, Kent DeYoung
- Director, Bonnie Kot
- Member Rep, Mary VanVels
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