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Second only to Tahoe, North America's largest and most populous apline lake, Lake Charlevoix received plenty of praise in a USA TODAY survey generating more than 5,000 votes. Travel writer Laura Bly says... "Tahoe came out on top in our recent reader poll of America's best lake... but as its many fans made clear, the second-place finisher has plenty to offer, as well. Though I grew up in southern Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Mendota (a sentimental favorite, but not on our shortlist), I wasn't familiar with runner up Lake Charlevoix, Michigan... now, I'm 'smitten with the mitten' (a reference to Michigan's hand-shaped geography)." Read more of the USA TODAY story on Lake Charlevoix's selection by clicking HERE.
To be named by Yachting Magazine readers as one of the best yachting towns in the state of Michigan is a privilege. One of the best yachting towns in the nation? A true honor. But to be recognized as the second best yachting town in the world? Wow! To view a slideshow of communities recognized as the "50 Best Yachting Towns in the World", click HERE. To view the Yachting Magazine story on this tremendous honor, click HERE.
"Working with travel experts from Frommer’s, Rough Guides and Midwestern Living magazine, we pulled together a list of some of America’s prettiest, most enchanting towns. We looked for places that offer not only aesthetic bounty, but memorable activities and destinations nearby." "'Charlevoix has just the most picturesque, beautiful downtown you can imagine,' says Kendra Williams, travel editor of Midwest Living. There's a popular inland lake, which in summer is chock full of vacationers--those who aren't at the summer Venetian festival and accompanying art fair. Located on an isthmus between Lake Michigan and Round Lake, Charlevoix's beauty is highlighted by the flower beds that pop up everywhere, and by the lighthouses that dot the lakeside landscape." Check out Forbes' listing of Charlevoix as one of America's prettiest towns by clicking HERE.
"Located just steps from Charlevoix's bustling business district, East Park combines a well-connected downtown community space used year-round by residents and visitors with all the beauty of Round Lake's sparkling waters. In 2007, the lakefront park was redesigned with a large grassy area, trees, benches, and brick sidewalks. Besides attractive landscaping, the park now has an interactive water fountain for children; a rebuilt performing arts pavilion with natural acoustics; a trout pond with pools, rapids, and waterfalls; and a 65-slip marina." To view the American Planning Association's press release recognizing Downtown Charlevoix's East Park as one of 2009's Great Public Spaces, click HERE. To learn more about the American Planning Association's Great Places in America awards, click HERE.
The annual Michigan Downtown Conference is dedicated to bringing the best ideas, resources and educational sessions together to create an energetic environment in which to celebrate the growth of Michigan’s Downtowns and the mind trust to solve the biggest challenges. Downtown Charlevoix was selected as 2007’s Blueprints for Michigan Downtowns Community of the Year for its initial successes in implementing the Charlevoix Downtown Blueprint 2007 and its game plan with which it plans to make the entire strategy a reality. To view the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s (MSHDA) press release recognizing Downtown Charlevoix’s honor, click HERE.
In an effort to identify the “Best of the Best,” Detroit Home magazine conducts an annual readers’ survey of where to shop, live, play and work in metro Detroit and greater Michigan. Charlevoix was selected by Detroit Home’s readers as their favorite area in which to purchase a vacation home. |
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Michigan Clean Marina Michigan Boating Industries Association, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality and Michigan Sea Grant College Program |
One of only eight municipal marinas in Michigan to be recognized as a "Clean Marina", this distinction requires the completion of a 10-step process, including training, a self-evaluation checklist and a site visit. Certified marinas strive for continuous improvement in daily environmental stewardship practices.
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Tree City USA |
The City of Charlevoix has been designated a "Tree City USA" for 18 consecutive years. Lined with dozens of mature trees its main throughfare also borders East Park, populated by many more stands. The City of Charlevoix also offers several programs which promote the planting of new and replacement trees.
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Green Communities Challenge |
The City of Charlevoix was one of the very first communities to pledge its participation in the Michigan Green Communities Challenge,
a program designed to enhance a commitment to adopt policies and programs of energy efficiency and conservation.
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