The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Environment requires communities to have a DNRE-approved recreation plan in order to qualify for DNR Recreation Grant programs. Recreation Plans are valid for a five year period. EMCOG staff works with local communities to create recreation plans as well as assists these communities with the grant application process.

There are many steps involved in creating a DNRE-approved recreation plan, and EMCOG staff works closely with Planning Commissions and Recreation Boards to guide them through the process as well as to create the plan itself.

Useful Links:

DNRE Recreation Plan Guidelines

DNRE Recreation Plan Checklist

DNRE Grant Program Booklet 2010

DNRE Recreation Grant Guidelines 2010

MI Natural Resources Trust Fund: link to all Grant Forms & Publications

Pine Street Park in Village of Breckenridge