Toolkit - Develop Iosco

Prepared by Develop Iosco 2015
Table of Contents
IOSCO COUNTY BUSINESS TOOL KIT .......................................................................................................... 1
MAPS OF IOSCO COUNTY .............................................................................................................................. 2
IOSCO COUNTY PROFILE .............................................................................................................................. 3
TRANSPORTATION ......................................................................................................................................... 4
Ground ................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Air........................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Rail ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
INDUSTRIAL PARKS & AVAILABLE LAND .................................................................................................... 5
Tawas Industrial Park .......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Tawas City ........................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Oscoda Township................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Other Available Sites........................................................................................................................................................... 6
INFRASTRUCTURE CONTACTS ..................................................................................................................... 6
Utilities & Telecommunications.......................................................................................................................................... 6
WORKFORCE .................................................................................................................................................. 6
Michigan Works!................................................................................................................................................................. 6
HEALTHCARE .................................................................................................................................................. 7
EDUCATION ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
Traditional K – 12 ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Non-Public Schools ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
Preschool ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Other ................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
MUNICIPAL DEPARTMENTS, SERVICES & CONTACTS ............................................................................... 8
Iosco County Clerk .............................................................................................................................................................. 9
Iosco County Treasurer ..................................................................................................................................................... 10
Iosco County Register of Deeds ........................................................................................................................................ 10
GETTING STARTED ....................................................................................................................................... 10
MSU Product Center ......................................................................................................................................................... 11
Iosco-Arenac District Library Business Resource Center .................................................................................................. 11
FINANCIAL ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Where is my free money? ................................................................................................................................................ 12
City of East Tawas Urban Development Action Grant (UDAG) Funds Reuse Program..................................................... 12
City of East Tawas Urban Development Action Grant (UDAG) Reuse Board Façade Loan Program................................ 12
MORE IOSCO COUNTY CONTACTS ............................................................................................................. 12
Downtowns, Main Street Programs, Chambers of Commerce and Merchants Associations .......................................... 12
East Tawas Business Association ...................................................................................................................................... 13
VISITOR SERVICES & THINGS TO DO IN IOSCO COUNTY, MICHIGAN..................................................... 13
Iosco County Business Tool Kit
Thank you for being part of or considering Iosco County as a place live and do business. Those who live and
work here know Iosco County is fertile ground for growing your business with low costs, a talented workforce,
and high quality of life. It is home to the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base, now Oscoda Wurtsmith Airport
Authority, with 5,221 acres of land, all-weather approach runway, fiber optic network, modern industrial and
commercial buildings. One of the greatest business assets in the county is tri-modal access via air, land, and
water. Iosco County boasts 36 miles of shoreline, 23 inland lakes, 259 miles of streams, more than 118,000
acres open to snowmobiling, 110 miles of cross country ski trails, and 6 public golf courses.
This tool kit provides a ‘snapshot’ of the resources available in Iosco County that support business growth and
lifestyle quality.
Anyone with suggestions, changes, additions, or modifications to this document should email
the Tawas Area Chamber of Commerce info.tawas.com.
This project was made possible through strong local collaboration between the Tawas Area Chamber of Commerce, the
Oscoda/AuSable Area Chamber of Commerce, and Develop Iosco.
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Maps of Iosco County
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Iosco County Profile
Iosco County is in the Northeast quarter of the lower peninsula of Michigan in the heart of Lake Huron’s
"Sunrise Coast." It is bordered on the north by Alcona County, on the west by Ogemaw County, on the south by
Arenac County, and on the east by Lake Huron. Iosco County covers an area of 361,837 acres, nearly 565
square miles.
Iosco County’s location on the northern end of Saginaw Bay is one of the state's most popular areas for tourism
and recreation. The major motor vehicle highway access is US-23, making the county easily accessible from I75 and the urban centers of southern Michigan. State highway M-55 provides a major east-west route and
connects the county with areas such as Houghton Lake, Cadillac, and Manistee. The combination of good
highway access and an attractive natural environment have helped to promote tourism as a major economic
facet for local communities.
Large portions of the total area are forested and held in public ownership as national or state forest lands. The
majority of the local population resides along the Lake Huron shoreline near US-23 in East Tawas, Tawas City,
and Oscoda. The remaining population concentrations and employment opportunities are found in the west,
where M-65 connects Hale, Plainfield Township, and Whittemore. From the standpoint of political
subdivisions, the county consists of eleven townships and three cities.
Iosco County has approximately 25,420 residents according to the US Census Population Estimate dated July 1,
2014. The labor force estimate in the county is approximately 10,215. This number is based on the 2011-2013
US Census American Community Survey. In April 2015, the US Census Bureau released its latest County
Business Patterns data. This data reflects the county’s diverse employment sectors. A selection of the data is
shown in the table directly below:
# of Employer Establishments
28
115
39
52
83
Type
Professional, Scientific, Technical Services
Retail Trade
Manufacturing
Healthcare and Social Assistance
Accommodation and Food Service
Iosco County’s Largest Employers
Name
Cooper Standard Automotive
Location
East Tawas
Type of Business
Auto. Parts & Supplies Manufacturing
CruseCom
Oscoda
Telecom/Technical
Iosco Medical Care Facility
Kalitta Staffing Contractors
(STS, Airtecs, SMART) Combined
Kalitta Air
Tawas City
Residential Care Home
Oscoda
Avionics
Oscoda
Avionics
Phoenix Composite Solutions
Oscoda
Industrial/Manufacturing
Plastic Trim International (PTI)
East Tawas
Automotive Stampings
St. Joseph Health System
Tawas City
Hospital/Healthcare
Tendercare
Tawas City
Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Care
Walmart Supercenter
Tawas City
Retail
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Transportation
Ground
Mileage to Iosco County
(Tawas City is the County Seat):
According to Michigan State Map
Alpena, MI
64
Bay City, MI
65
West Branch, MI
36
Detroit, MI
169
Flint, MI
109
Grand Rapids, MI
189
Lansing, MI
146
Kalamazoo, MI
219
Midland, MI
81
Saginaw, MI
77
Traverse City, MI
131
Air
Tawas/East Tawas Area
Iosco County Airport is a publicly owned facility located in the East Tawas area. It has one 4,802 foot runway
available for use. For more information, please contact Airport Manager Marvin Poland at 989-362-5832. GPS
coordinates are: Lat/Long 44-18-46.1590N/083-25-20.2950W, 44-18.769317N / 083-25.338250W, 44.3128219
/ -83.4223042 (estimated).
Oscoda/AuSable Area
The Oscoda-Wurtsmith Airport opened as a public airport on December 1, 1993, following the closure of
Wurtsmith Air Force Base. On October 1, 1994, the Oscoda Wurtsmith Airport Authority assumed
responsibility.
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The Airport is capable of offering 24-hour near all-weather daily access. The Airport's UNICOM frequency is
123.0 MHz. Automated weather is available by monitoring the ASP VOR on 116.1 MHz or by telephone at
989-739-1310. Services are available through Oscoda Aviation Services at 989-739-8486.
The Oscoda-Wurtsmith Airport is listed in all flight publications, which should be consulted for current airport
information. For additional information, please contact Airport Manager Gary W. Kellan at 989-739-1111.
Commercial Flights
Commercial passenger flights are available at nearby airports:
Alpena County Regional Airport (APN)
MBS International Airport near Midland (MBS)
Bishop Airport in Flint (FNT)
Cherry Capital Airport in Traverse City (TVC)
Detroit Metro Airport in Romulus (DTW)
Rail
Lake State Railway provides services in Iosco County. Visit Lake State Railway for maps and more detailed
company information.
Industrial Parks & Available Land
Tawas Industrial Park
The Tawas Industrial Park is located in Baldwin Township (Baldwin Township). It is overseen by the Tawas
Area Industrial Development Corporation. This Industrial Park is home to several key employers in the Tawas
Area including: Cooper Standard, Even Flow Products, Red Bird Wood Products, Tawas Tool, Minth/Plastic
Trim International, and more. For additional information, contact the Baldwin Township Clerk at 989-3623742 or email [email protected].
Tawas City
Limited industrial space is also available in Tawas City. For more information regarding availability, contact
Tawas City Hall at 989-362-8688 or visit the city’s website at Tawas City.
Oscoda Township
Few places offer budding entrepreneurs and existing businesses opportunities to grow and thrive like Oscoda
Township. The influx of tourists to the township’s quaint downtown area provides a perfect venue for
destination businesses. Plus, township incentive opportunities create a perfect environment for any business to
succeed. What could be better than finding the right location to build your business in the same community
where you'd love to raise your family?
For more information on where and how to begin or expand your business in the township visit Oscoda
Township or call the Economic Development office at 989-739-6999.
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Other Available Sites
Information regarding other available locations may be obtained through the Michigan Real Estate Multi-list
website at Michigan Real Estate Multi-list.
Infrastructure Contacts
Utilities & Telecommunications
Electric
Consumers Energy
Consumers Energy
800-477-5050
DTE Energy
800-477-4747
Water and Sewer department
Water and Sewer department
Water and Sewer department
Water and Sewer department
989-362-3742
989-362-6161
989-739-7532
989-363-9660
989-362-8688
Gas
DTE Energy
Water/Sewer
Baldwin Township
East Tawas
Oscoda Township
Plainfield Charter Township
Tawas City
Communications (Internet & Phone)
AT&T
Charter Communications
Ideal Wireless
M-33 Access
AT&T
Charter Communications
M-33 Access
800-222-0300
877-728-3814
989-984-0404
888-686-5999
To view other service providers visit Connect Michigan’s Interactive Service Provider Map.
Workforce
Michigan Works!
In order to provide information, materials, and support to entrepreneurs at any stage, Michigan Works provides
a Small Business Resource Center inside its East Tawas service center. Through a partnership with the
Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the service center provides free, confidential
counseling for small businesses. The service center provides written materials and books, access to a computer,
printer, and fax to assist in starting and maintaining a business.
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Michigan Works helps staff new and established businesses at no cost by:
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Advertising job openings on the Michigan Talent Connect
Receiving customized resume searches for qualified applicants
Distributing and collecting applications/resumes and forwarding them to your office
Free, professional space to conduct interviews
Additional services include:
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Customized training
Incumbent worker training
Informational employer workshops
On-the-job training programs offering reimbursement for training wages
Apprenticeship programs
Timely assistance to your staff in transition if a lay off should occur
The Business Services staff is dedicated to providing business assistance. These services include help with
incentives, workforce development, financing, and connections to public/private resources. Contact Michigan
Works at 989-362-6407 or visit the service center in East Tawas (near US-23 & Tawas Beach Road
intersection) for more information about these valuable services.
Healthcare
Located at the epicenter of Iosco County, the Tawas St. Joseph Hospital has numerous health services to offer.
St. Joseph Hospital is a comprehensive healthcare system serving a five-county Northeast Michigan region. In
addition to the hospital, the county has many general and specialty medical practices. For more information,
visit the St. Joseph Health System website. You can also reach them by phone at 1-800-362-9404.
The Alcona Health Center (Alcona Health Center) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). It offers a
clinic in Oscoda at:
5671 N. Skeel Ave.
Oscoda, MI 48750
Phone: 989-739-2550
The District Health Department #2 (District Health Department #2) provides a network of healthcare and dental
clinics situated in the Northeastern Michigan counties of Alpena, Alcona, and Iosco, as well as Emmet County
in Northwestern Michigan. It is a designated Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH).
A PMCH approach provides comprehensive primary care for children, youth, and adults. The healthcare setting
facilitates partnerships between individual patients, their personal healthcare providers and, when appropriate,
the patient's family.
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Education
Traditional K – 12
Hale Area Schools
Oscoda Area Schools
Tawas Area Schools
Whittemore-Prescott Area Schools
Non-Public Schools
Emanuel Ev. Lutheran Church & School
Holy Family Catholic School
Preschool
NEMSCA/Headstart and GSRP
North East Michigan Community Service Agency, Inc.
Other
Iosco Regional Educational Service Agency IRESA
IRESA provides a variety of educational opportunities.
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Special Education
Vocational Education
Alternative Education
Motorcycle Rider Course
License Testing for auto, CDL, and motorcycle
Alpena Community College (ACC)
ACC maintains the Huron Shores Campus located at 5800 Skeel Avenue in Oscoda. For more information visit
Alpena Community College.
Kirtland Community College
Kirtland offers some courses in the Iosco County area. Information regarding their educational programs can be
found at Kirtland Community College.
Municipal Departments, Services & Contacts
It is important for businesses to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations. Be aware of zoning
regulations or else your business may be fined or closed down. Zoning ordinances encompass the types of
businesses allowed in certain zoned areas as well as signage and setbacks. The Iosco County Zoning Ordinance
is administered throughout the County. This ordinance encompasses the types of businesses allowed in certain
zoned areas as well as signage and setbacks. You may visit each municipality’s website or office for further
information, maps, and planning documents.
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Contacts for local government, including zoning, schools, and local area Chambers of Commerce can be found
at Iosco County.
The Building and Zoning Departments oversee all building and construction related permits as well as zoning
administration.
The Building and Zoning Offices are located at:
Iosco County Annex Building (immediately adjacent to the Iosco County Building)
420 W. Lake Street
Tawas City, MI
989-362-6511
Fax: 989-984-1119
Iosco County Clerk
The Building Department also maintains a satellite office in Oscoda. It can be reached at 989-739-9019.
The Iosco County Building Department suggests contacting them before any site work is started to avoid
problems with permits or zoning. They can assist you with obtaining the proper permits regarding any new
construction or modifications to current buildings, as well as provide direction for other steps needed for
compliance.
Many building and zoning related forms and documents can be accessed via Iosco County.
Iosco County Clerk
The County Clerk’s Office is located at:
Iosco County Building
422 W. Lake Street, P.O. Box 838
Tawas City, MI 48764-0838
Phone: 989-362-3497
Fax: 989-984-1012
Iosco County Clerk
The Iosco County Clerk’s Office issues Assumed Name Certificates more commonly also known as DBA’s
(Doing Business under an Assumed Name). The Assumed Name Certificate protects the name of a business. It
is a legal document and based on state law (MCL 445.1). A sole proprietor or general partnership conducting
business in Iosco County is required by law to file its business name with the County Clerk’s Office. You must
be 18 years of age to file a DBA. Upon application for a DBA, the proposed name will be checked to ensure it
has not already been registered. The County Clerk’s Office reserves the right to refuse the registration of a
proposed business name that is similar to an existing DBA that may cause confusion or deception. After
approval, you will receive two certified copies of the certificate. The Assumed Name Certificate is valid for 5
years. The fee to file, renew, or amend the certificate is $10.00. The County Clerk’s Office sends out a notice
approximately two weeks before expiration of the certificate. Once the certificate expires, the name that was
registered by an individual is no longer “protected” and may be registered by someone else.
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Generally, a DBA should be filed in every county where an entity is transacting business. If your business is
incorporated, however, you file at the state level. The following entities do NOT file at the county level:
Corporations, Limited Partnerships, Limited Liability companies, Assumed Names owned by corporations and
non-profit corporations. If you fall within the list of corporate entities above, visit Michigan Department of
Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. This site will walk you through the process of filing for one of the above
listed designations. In order to file, you will also need a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN or
EIN). An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number. Its
purpose is to identify a business entity. FEIN/EIN numbers are issued by the Internal Revenue Service. An
online application can be accessed via Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. A helpful
website for information on this topic is Michigan Business Assistance.
Iosco County Treasurer
The Iosco County Treasurer’s Office is a primary information center for property tax collections and
foreclosure proceedings and can assist local businesses with current and past property tax data, collection
process, and mailing change of address requests.
The Treasurer’s Office is housed within the Iosco County Building at:
422 W. Lake Street, P.O. Box 538
Tawas City, MI 48764-0538
Phone: 989-362-4409
Fax: 989-984-1102
Iosco County Treasurer
Iosco County Register of Deeds
The Iosco County Register of Deeds is the official recording and filing office for all legal documents affecting
real and personal property attached to real estate in Iosco County.
The Register of Deeds Office is housed within the Iosco County Building at:
422 W. Lake Street, P.O. Box 367
Tawas City, MI 48764-0367
Phone: 989-362-2021
Fax: 989-984-1101
Iosco County Register of Deeds
Getting Started
A wealth of information including a guide to starting a small business, the small business readiness assessment
tool, how to write a business plan, business support organizations, as well as links to how to finance your
business, employer resources and tutorials can be accessed at Michigan Business and Economic Development.
The Small Business Representative works through the Michigan Small Business Development Center
(SBDC) to provide free counseling, training, research and advocacy for new ventures, existing small businesses
and innovative technology companies. The website can be accessed at Michigan Small Business Development
Center.
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Example of some services offered:
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Market Research
Business Startups
Business Workshops
Raising Capital
Financial Management
Financial statement creation and analysis
How to start a small business
The following link will provide the SBDC’s “Guide to Starting and Operating a Small Business”. This guide is
both general and Michigan-specific. It outlines the different forms of business organization to establishment of
a basic business plan to comply with federal, state, and local tax obligations. Though the guide is not a
substitute for legal or financial counsel, it is an information resource and designed for quick reference to
facilitate and expedite the process of starting a business in Michigan Guide to Starting and Operating a Small
Business.
MSU Product Center
If your business involves food or agriculture, the MSU Product Center can help you develop and commercialize
high value, consumer-responsive products and businesses in the agriculture and natural resource sectors. Visit
MSU Product Center for more information.
Iosco-Arenac District Library Business Resource Center
The Business Resource Center at the Robert J. Parks branch in Oscoda has a wealth of information to enhance
the business acumen of budding entrepreneurs or established business owners. The center is open to the public
and offers a dedicated computer and wi-fi access. The dedicated computer provides a single point of access to
the Library of Michigan’s online Business Gateways, comprehensive business databases, fully vetted business
resource websites, and more. Click here to visit the Iosco-Arenac District Library website.
Financial
Iosco County has many full service banks and credit unions that will provide your business with the tools you
need to operate efficiently. If you are looking for financing they offer personal and commercial loans, lines of
credit, and SBA guaranteed loans.
The Iosco County EDC can also provide resources both practical and financial. Its revolving loan fund has a
strong financial position and lends at very competitive rates to help you start or expand your business. For
information regarding the loan fund, please contact the Iosco County Treasurer office at 989-362-4409.
A great resource for information regarding business financing can be found at Michigan Strategic Fund.
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Where is my free money? The unfortunate truth about grant scams.
Often, small business consultants hear, “I heard that the government has free grant money for businesses” or “a
company has guaranteed me that they will secure grant money for me if I send some startup money to them. Is
this legitimate?” Unfortunately, there is no such thing as free grant money regardless of guarantees made. These
companies are legitimate only because they work within legal guidelines. They use high pressure tactics or
create a sense of urgency to get a business owner to commit to sending money, but do not actually secure grant
money. For example, they say they will refund your $1,000 minus expenses incurred if you aren’t 100%
satisfied. So, when you complain they may tell you they have incurred $900 in expenses and refund only $100
having done nothing to help you. It’s unfortunate, but has happened. Remember - if it sounds too good to be
true, it probably is! Our local lending institutions would be happy to meet with you and discuss legitimate
financing and loan options.
City of East Tawas Urban Development Action Grant (UDAG) Funds Reuse Program
Low-interest loans are available to assist owners of existing businesses and industries wishing to rehabilitate
and/or expand their operations and to assist those individuals or other entities proposing to construct new
businesses or purchase and renovate existing businesses and industries in the City. For more information, go to
East Tawas Urban Development Action Grant or contact City Manager/Finance Director Blinda Baker at
[email protected] or at 989-362-6161.
City of East Tawas Urban Development Action Grant (UDAG) Reuse Board Façade Loan
Program
Zero-interest loans are available for façade improvements for commercially and industrially used properties in
the City of East Tawas located in specific zoning districts. Eligible projects must visibly improve the character
of the building. Examples include, but are not limited to: appropriate signage, awnings, exterior painting,
window, door, and storefront restoration. The funds are available for exterior improvements only and may be
applied to a front, side or rear façade.
For more information, go to East Tawas Urban Development Action Grant or contact City Manager/Finance
Director Blinda Baker at [email protected] or call 989-362-6161.
More Iosco County Contacts
Downtowns, Main Street Programs, Chambers of Commerce and Merchants Associations
Many agencies and organizations share in the commitment to develop, grow, and retain businesses in Iosco
County.
The Tawas Area Chamber of Commerce and the Oscoda Area Chamber of Commerce have built extensive lists
of area churches, civic organizations as well as other non-profit organizations. To obtain a listing of any of these
organizations, please contact the Tawas Area Chamber at 989-362-8643 or the Oscoda-AuSable Chamber 989739-9195.
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A snapshot of local resources committed to develop and retain businesses in Iosco County is listed below.
Organizations/Key Responsibilities
The local Chambers of Commerce and Business Associations are:
Hale Area Association
989-728-2525
[email protected]
Hale Area Association
Tawas Area Chamber of Commerce
989-362-8643
[email protected]
Tawas Area Chamber of Commerce
Oscoda-AuSable Chamber of Commerce
989-739-7322
[email protected]
Oscoda Ausable Chamber of Commerce
East Tawas Business Association
The ETBA is an organization whose objectives are, without limitation, to facilitate cooperative efforts regarding
marketing, promotion, and communication with the member businesses and coordinate and maintain projects of
beautification and decorations of Downtown streets, including but not limited to the East Tawas Central
Business District.
Membership includes business listings in the Business Guide, networking with other businesses, and a voice in
what happens in the community. For more information, contact ETBA President Allen Tubbs at
[email protected].
Visitor Services & Things to Do in Iosco County, Michigan
Iosco County invites you to enjoy the simple pleasures in life. We are the “Heart” of the Sunrise Coast and
where the mighty AuSable River meets the sugar sand shores of Lake Huron.
Many riches of nature are found in Iosco County. Iosco County is home to pristine forests, pathways, paths and
a recreation areas that invite recreationalists and nature lovers. A number of wilderness and natural areas within
our county provide the opportunity to observe wildlife and rare plants.
Water is abundant in Iosco County. Aside from being on 33 miles of Lake Huron, home to 38 miles of the
AuSable River there are 60+ inland lakes in western Iosco County alone. You can swim, sail boat, speed boat,
pontoon boat, canoe, kayak, jet-ski, water ski, fish, ice fish, Charter boat fish. When it comes to water, we have
it all!
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Travel the River Road National Scenic Byway to visit historic sites, trails, sand dunes and spectacular scenes of
the AuSable River. You can view the nest of a Trumpeter swan or a Bald Eagle in the ponds of the river, or visit
the 5,000 acre wildlife preserve at Tuttle Marsh.
Jump on the bike path through Alabaster, Tawas City and East Tawas to Tawas Point State Park & Lighthouse one of the Midwest’s premier locations for viewing migratory birds. Hike or ski over 25 miles of trails on the
Corsair Trails deep in the heart of the majestic Huron Manistee National Forest. The cross-state Shore-to-Shore
Trail, beginning in Oscoda/Au Sable connects Lake Huron to Lake Michigan.
The golf courses in Iosco County offer an opportunity to experience all that Michigan has become famous for:
quality golf, affordable prices, beautiful landscapes, and professional design. Whether it's the feel of the famed
seaside courses in Scotland, the Gailes, the rugged, classical Pine Valley C.C., the feel of the Blackshire, or the
Serradella with its bursting floral gardens, golfers will enjoy the spirit of the game at Lakewood Shores Resort.
You can also experience the undulating terrain and picturesque beauty of Red Hawk Golf Club, designed by
Arthur Hill, the public events offered by the Tawas Creek Golf Club and Wicker Hills Golf Club, a peaceful,
serene, natural jewel nestled in the Huron Manistee National Forest.
Iosco County with its abundant trees is a must see in autumn. There is no better place to experience the brilliant
colors of fall than aboard the AuSable River Queen. The Queen is a double-decker authentic paddle wheel boat
afloat on the AuSable River that has provided safe passage for 44 years.
If shopping is part of the agenda, enjoy the variety of specialty stores that carry generous selections of gifts and
necessities in the atmosphere of relaxed quaintness found in Iosco County towns. The area is also home to
national chain stores. From May until October you can shop the farm markets twice a week. The freshest in
produce, bakery and seasonal items are brought to the markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
The Iosco-Arenac District Library is a full service District Library with eight branches across two counties all
with free WI-FI and public access computers. Events are free and open to the public. Visit Iosco-Arenac
District Library or call 989-362-2651 for information.
Plan a stay in Iosco County. We offer visitors a complete variety of accommodations from primitive camping to
the most luxurious bed & breakfasts. There are over a thousand campsites available. Quaint cabins and cottages
dot the entire coast line of Lake Huron and all the inland lakes. We have motels, resorts, inns, and bed &
breakfasts offering everything possible to assure you enjoy your visit to Iosco County. From the Perchville
Polar Bear Jump into Tawas Bay, Hot Air Balloons flying high over Hale, to Art on the Beach in
Oscoda/AuSable, our festivals are sure to entertain. The contacts listed below can provide calendars of the
events in Iosco County.
Come visit us, we look forward to having you as a guest…
To assist in planning your vacation contact:
Oscoda Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
P. O. Box 572
Oscoda, MI 48750
Oscoda Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
989-739-0900
877-8-Oscoda
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Oscoda-AuSable Chamber of Commerce
4440 N US Hwy 23
Oscoda, MI 48750
Oscoda Ausable Chamber of Commerce
989-739-7322
800-235-4625
Tawas Area Chamber of Commerce
402E Lake St P O Box 608
Tawas City, MI 48764
Tawas Area Chamber of Commerce
989-362-8643
800-55-TAWAS
Tawas Bay Tourist & Convention Bureau
P O Box 10
Tawas City, Mi 48764
Tawas Bay Tourist and Convention Bureau
877-To-Tawas
Hale Area Association
P O Box 214
Hale, MI 48739
Hale Area Association
989-728-2525
Huron Manistee National Forest
Huron Manistee National Forest
National Scenic Byways
National Scenic Byways
US National Forest Campground Guide
US National Forest Campground Guide
US-23 Heritage Route
US-23 Heritage Route
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