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Calhoun Township seeks $34.75 million for M96/Columbia Avenue wastewater upgrades
Summary
Representatives of EMTT Charter Township told the House appropriations subcommittee they need $34,750,000 to upgrade failing wastewater infrastructure in four phases along M96 and the Columbia Avenue corridor, arguing the work is required to protect public health and unlock housing and industry growth.
Dave Bzwis, legislative director for Rep. Lightner, and Tracy Meyers, supervisor of EMTT Charter Township, appealed to the Labor and Economic Opportunity subcommittee for $34.75 million in state aid to replace and enlarge wastewater mains and lift stations in parts of the township that serve M‑96 and the Columbia Avenue wastewater corridors in Calhoun County. Bzwis outlined the four‑phase request: Columbia Avenue work at $6.9 million, Michigan Avenue improvements phase A at $10.35 million, phase B at $8.38 million and a phase…
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