by Fix MI State | Oct 23, 2019 | Dams & Other
With 358 inland lakes in Oakland County, in a state surrounded by the largest freshwater source in the world – now at record-high levels – it’s difficult to ever imagine living a day without water. The Michigan Section/American Water Works Association (MI/AWWA),...
by Fix MI State | Oct 23, 2019 | Michigan beaches, Drinking Water & Recreational Waters
As the annual national observance of “Imagine a Day Without Water” is today, Oct. 23, Michigan Section/American Water Works Association (MI/AWWA) asks businesses and residents to support more investment in aging water infrastructure. Although Michigan is surrounded by...
by Fix MI State | Oct 1, 2019 | Roads & Bridges
As I write this, our state lawmakers are embroiled in a debate about how to maintain Michigan’s road system. One hundred years ago, a band played and senators gave speeches at the White House, while banners were affixed to large military-style trucks reading “We’re...
by Fix MI State | Sep 27, 2019 | Roads & Bridges
No doubt, Michigan’s roads are bad. But their degree of awfulness varies widely throughout the state, rankings show, and that could inform debate about whether a tax increase is necessary for repairs. Republican legislators this week approved budgets that include $400...
by Fix MI State | Sep 10, 2019 | Roads & Bridges
Pothole-filled streets aren’t the only infrastructure challenge plaguing Michigan. Rickety and rusted bridges are a multi-billion dollar problem and a fix could take years or even decades. In Michigan, more than one in 10 bridges is in poor condition, meaning...
