DEQ: We don’t yet know full extent of Wurtsmith Air Base contamination

by Fix MI State | Nov 13, 2016 | Stormwater & Wastewater, Michigan beaches, Drinking Water & Recreational Waters

Potentially harmful chemicals spreading in groundwater from the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base in Oscoda exists in a far larger area around the shuttered facility than regulators initially believed — so much so that investigators don’t yet know where the...

Despite Flint, state infrastructure fixes inch ahead

by Fix MI State | Nov 12, 2016 | Dams & Other, Michigan beaches, Drinking Water & Recreational Waters, Roads & Bridges, Stormwater & Wastewater

The lead-laced drinking water that led to tragic consequences in Flint was supposed to serve as a wake-up call for Michigan and the nation, a warning that our neglected, aging infrastructure could not only result in dramatic interruptions in basic municipal services,...

Six ways Tuesday’s election may change Michigan

by Fix MI State | Nov 10, 2016 | Dams & Other, Michigan beaches, Drinking Water & Recreational Waters, Roads & Bridges, Stormwater & Wastewater

The impact of Tuesday’s election will extend far beyond who sits in the White House. The potential ripple effects in the state capitol were the talk of Lansing Wednesday. The 2016 version of the now well-worn political phrase “Change” could include more infrastructure...

Lead levels in Grand Rapids’ water still good, despite some sampling changes

by Fix MI State | Nov 4, 2016 | Michigan beaches, Drinking Water & Recreational Waters

Grand Rapids officials say the city’s drinking water is still well within federal standards for the presence of lead. Such testing is getting increased attention amid Flint’s crisis with lead-tainted water. The city posted the results on its website Friday...

Promised water infrastructure investment comes only in drips

by Fix MI State | Nov 3, 2016 | Michigan beaches, Drinking Water & Recreational Waters

The lead-laced drinking water that led to tragic consequences in Flint was supposed to serve as a wake-up call for Michigan and the nation, a warning that our neglected, aging infrastructure could not only result in dramatic interruptions in basic municipal services,...

Boil Water Advisory Issued In Southfield After Major Water Main Break

by Fix MI State | Oct 27, 2016 | Michigan beaches, Drinking Water & Recreational Waters

SOUTHFIELD (WWJ) – Residents in Southfield are being warned to boil their water following a major water main break. City officials said Thursday morning the water main break occurred underground somewhere behind McDonnell Towers at Telegraph Road and Civic Center...