STATEMENT OF Support from MARK BONE, CHAIR, MIDLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

5/26/2020

The tragedy of last week has left a huge void in our community. Fortunately, the dam failures did not cost any of our citizens physical injury.

We, as a community, are now left to move forward to prevent further deterioration of the four dams currently owned by Boyce Trust, and employing the combined resources of our community look to repair the dams and restore the lakes.

The Four Lakes Task Force, the authority delegated by Midland and Gladwin counties to purchase and maintain the lake system, has agreed to guide the county's effort to secure and resurrect the dam structures and lakes.

Speaking for myself, I fully support the efforts of the Four Lakes Task Force, and with the support of my fellow commissioners, hope to preserve and recreate the lakes and dams.