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...

Detroit engages with its community to solve its raw sewage and storm water problem

by Fix MI State | Nov 3, 2016 | Stormwater & Wastewater

The City of Detroit is solving one of its major problems with the help of one of its other problems. Detroit is experiencing combined sewer overflow, a messy, and often downright dangerous event that happens every time it rains too much. But by leveraging the abundant...

Roads, sewers, fire department among top priorities of Rives supervisor incumbent

by Fix MI State | Oct 26, 2016 | Roads & Bridges, Stormwater & Wastewater

RIVES TWP., MI – After 12 years of experience as the Rives Township clerk and eight years as supervisor, incumbent Republican Jerry Adams believes his practical experience makes him the top candidate. He’ll find out if his constituents agree, as Adams, a...

Smoke in homes possible as Muskegon seeks wayward storm water

by Fix MI State | Oct 23, 2016 | Stormwater & Wastewater

MUSKEGON, MI – An attempt by the city of Muskegon to reduce its wastewater treatment costs could cause west side residents to see smoke in their homes. The city’s sewer and water department will be conducting smoke testing on sanitary sewer lines beginning...

MDOT photos show 35-foot hole in highway caused by Upper Peninsula flooding

by Fix MI State | Oct 18, 2016 | Roads & Bridges, Stormwater & Wastewater

MARQUETTE COUNTY, MI – The Michigan Department of Transportation has released several photos that depict severe damage caused by flooding in parts of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. More than 4 inches of rain fell on parts of the Upper Peninsula within a 3-to-4-hour...