Sibley Prairie Complex, totaling approximately 700 acres, is the largest remnant of lake plain prairie and oak savanna ecosystems left in Michigan. Located in Brownstown Township in Wayne County, and primarily owned by Fritz Enterprises, the prairie complex has been subject to heavy development pressure. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality and the township government have rejected several development proposals proffered by Fritz because the proposals would destroy the rare ecological features of the prairie complex.

The rejection of these developments has been a political hot button in the township for years. In February 2006, a recall election targeted two Brownstown Township officials, who are considered to be against development in the prairie complex. The recall petitions were largely based on claims that the officials voted to switch the township lawyer without soliciting bids. Full disclosure of contributors to the recall campaign showed that Eric Fritz of Fritz Enterprises was the majority contributor.

Though the two officials were not recalled, some area citizens are upset with the lack of information behind the recall. Speculation is that Fritz wanted to shift the balance of power to those who would be in favor of development. Overall, the Sibley Prairie Complex is in dire need of conservation efforts.