Michigan Compiled Laws, Chapter 324. Natural Resources and Environmental Protection § 324.30907

Sec. 30907. If the department considers it expedient, in accordance with section 30902,  1 to have a lake dredged or improved, the department may petition the local governing body or governing bodies in which the lake is located for an improvement of the lake. The department may also join with the local governing body of any local unit of government in instituting proceedings for improvements as set forth in this part.