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City to update stormwater ordinance to align with state MS4 permit; council sets public hearing
Summary
Detroit Water and Sewerage Department told the Public Health and Safety Committee it will amend city code to align with the state's MS4 (municipal separate storm sewer system) permit requirements; committee moved the ordinance to new business for a public hearing.
Detroit Water and Sewerage Department officials told the City Council Public Health and Safety Standing Committee on Monday that the city must update its code to align with state requirements for municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s) and to clarify permitted stormwater discharges.
“Nik?,” Deputy General Counsel Nikkia Branchkinson began, and DWSD staff explained the proposed changes, which DWSD said have no anticipated adverse impact on residents. “We are looking to update the MS 4 portion of our…
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