RLI Charter:  As part of this activity we have learned that in 1979 our corporation status was amended to be "perpetual" and is recorded as such by the state of Michigan.  As a result, we no longer need to pursue signatures for charter renewal.   The text below remains to provide background information to those interested.

The state of Michigan requires the charter for the lake association be renewed every 30 years.  Our current charter expires in November.  The main benefits the lake association provides are weed control, boat ramp management, goose management, and ramp and island maintenance.  Without a lake association these benefits would have to be managed by a lake board, a 3 person board for which Runyan Lake would only have one representative.  Runyan Lake property owners would have to petition the lake board for any actions to be taken and then be assessed the actual costs plus management fees plus assessment fees, significantly increasing the costs of these benefits.  We think you will agree Runyan Lake Inc. offers many other great benefits to its members, including the annual fireworks, representation for lake interests at Tyrone Township and Livingston County, and our social activities for a cost far less than most other area lake associations or lake boards. 

During the 2010 Fall General Membership Meeting the Membership directed the Board to collect signatures sufficient to renew the RLI Charter for another 30 years.  Our attorney has recommended 80% of the current RLI members agree to continue the lake association.  By providing your signature you are indicating you wish RLI to continue for another 30 years.  

The language which would be added to our bylaws is: 

“On September 3, 2010, an election was held to extend the life of the summer resort corporation known as Runyan Lake Incorporated for a period of 30 years from November 10, 2010 to November 10, 2040.  The election was held pursuant to the Summer Resort Corporation Act, Michigan Public Act 137 of 1929, and in all respects maintains the authority of the corporation over the lands described above which are in and about Runyan Lake.”

Click HERE for the RLI Charter petition form.

Petition status:  Of 327 RLI Member properties, 267 YES, 2 NO, 82% in favor.  60 Member properties have not yet responded.

Goose Control:  The state of Michigan has changed the permit requirements for goose removal for 2011 and beyond.  A petition with signatures showing 70% of the lakefront property owners are in support of goose control is required.  The petition is good for 5 years.  We believe everyone has benefited from the reduction in geese on Runyan Lake, and island users have clearly seen the benefit.  Geese also have a significant negative impact on our water quality.