Residents near Ely, Minnesota oppose a $45M plan to transform Silver Rapids Lodge into a modern resort, fearing disruption to the area's wilderness culture.
Residents near Ely, Minnesota oppose a $45 million plan to transform the historic Silver Rapids Lodge into a modern resort, fearing it will disrupt the area's tranquil wilderness-oriented culture. The proposal, backed by an Indiana-based firm, involves constructing a new lodge, restaurant, and bar, indoor pool, hot tub, and tiki bar, along with 49 new "fractional share" cabins and up to 90 boat slips. Concerns raised by residents include increased boat and vehicle traffic, noise and light pollution, invasive species, and the resort's water supply. Developers are seeking two zoning changes from Lake County and are set to hold a follow-up meeting on August 8 to discuss the proposal further.
August 10, 2024
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