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Where Are We Now? – Dunes Protections

Emily Smith and Beau Brocket smile while talking about dunes for a podcast episode.

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Beau Brockett Jr.

Communications Manager

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Emily Smith

Land & Water Conservation Policy Manager

Last year, dozens of folks came to Saugatuck to hear the plans of legislators to restore protections for dunes and their neighboring communities against destructive, risky development.

Michigan’s globally unique dunes are nearly universally loved. So was that love met with new laws? Can consensus be found? Our Michigan Environmental Council teammate Emily Smith has more.

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Common Groundwater is hosted by the Michigan Environmental Council and Beau Brockett Jr.

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