Ferndale’s New Splashpad Now Officially Open
The splash pad will operate from 10am to 8pm, with buttons along the edge of the splash pad turning the water on with a timer attached so as not to waste.
Water Rate Increase to Help Fund Infrastructure Improvements in Ferndale
While increases are never welcome, the reason for it is essential: to maintain and make planned improvements to the City’s water system.
75 Miles of Streets, 10,000 Signs, and More Under Ferndale DPW Care
“Our DPW workforce often goes unseen, responsible for so many of the things we use and experience daily—paved streets and sidewalks, running water, landscaping and greenery throughout our downtown, snow removal, and more—yet working behind the scenes, often in inclement weather, to ensure that our services are well maintained and uninterrupted.”
Novi Community Raising Money for Splashpad in Honor of Jessica Starr-Rose
The vision is a splashpad at Bosco Park – complete with weather-themed features – to be enjoyed by Jessica’s two children and children from across the area.
Tanker Fire Closes I-75 in Troy (video)
Fuel from the tank has been burning since around 1:30 pm, giving a thick black plume of smoke that can be seen for miles.
Water Resource Commission Program Wins 2021 Communicator Award
…where water legislation, water infrastructure, issues impacting the many facets of water and the importance of protecting our water resources were discussed via Zoom.
Red Oaks & Waterford Oaks Water Parks Aiming to Open this Summer
Oakland County Parks and Recreation have announced they plan to Red Oaks Waterpark in Madison Heights and Waterford Oaks Waterpark in Waterford in some capacity this summer.
Village of Holly Shares Reasons Behind Water Rates
The rates are calculated each year based on the direct costs of providing services relating to treatment and delivery of water / sewer services.
Village of Holly Shares Reasons Behind Water Rates
The rates are calculated each year based on the direct costs of providing services relating to treatment and delivery of water / sewer services.
Presentation Helps Holly Understand Water Rates and Infrastructure
Presentation Helps Holly Understand Water Rates and Infrastructure (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 10, 2019) Holly, MI – Village of Holly officials, staff and members of the public attended a morning-long study session on Feb. 9 to learn more about how the water and sewer fund works, and get answers to common questions regarding water service.…
MML#5: Officials Learn about SEMCOG Water Resources Plan
MML#5: Officials Learn about SEMCOG Water Resources Plan (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 4, 2018) Grand Rapids, MI- Water can mean different things to different people depending on the context. To some, the value of lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands is measured in terms of the environmental impact. To others the threat of flooded basements and…
Explore: Douglas Evans Nature Preserve
Explore: Douglas Evans Nature Preserve (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 1, 2018) Beverly Hills, MI -A recent adventure in Beverly Hills put me in the middle of an 18 acre nature preserve that has the most beautiful insects, and a pretty walking path. With fields of flowers and patches of woods along the Rouge River, there…
Explore: E L Johnson Nature Center in Bloomfield Hills
Explore: E L Johnson Nature Center in Bloomfield Hills (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 2, 2018) Bloomfield Hills, MI – There is something exciting about walking across a lake on a long wooden walkway and looking down into the water and seeing a foot long trout swimming alongside. On a recent visit to the E. L.…
Water Boil Advisory Issued for Rochester Hills
Water Boil Advisory Issued for Rochester Hills (City of Rochester Hills, July 9, 2018) Rochester Hills, MI – Effective immediately, a water boil alert for the area north of Tienken & west of Livernois. These precautionary actions are being taken due to the loss of water pressure in the water system. This boil water notice…
State Police & Fire Safety Series #6: Boating
State Police & Fire Safety Series #6: Boating (Michigan State Police, July 4, 2018) Michiganders and visitors alike are urged to make safety a top priority in all seasonal activities while enjoying Pure Michigan at home or on the road. Summer safety tips from Michigan State Police Director Col. Kriste Kibbey Etue and State Fire…
Birmingham Offers Residents AquaHawk Tool to Track Water Usage
Birmingham Offers Residents AquaHawk Tool to Track Water Usage (City of Birmingham, June 10, 2018) BIRMINGHAM, MI – The City of Birmingham is pleased to offer residents a new tool that can help them track their individual water usage through a free online dashboard known as AquaHawk. Registered users to the AquaHawk portal can click…
School to Resume as Water Tested Safe in Rochester Hills
School to Resume as Water Tested Safe in Rochester Hills (City of Rochester Hills, May 22, 2018) Rochester Hills, MI – The City of Rochester Hills has been advised by Paragon Laboratories that the results of all water test samples taken at Van Hoosen Middle School and Rochester Adams High School have not detected mercury…
School to Resume as Water Tested Safe in Rochester Hills
School to Resume as Water Tested Safe in Rochester Hills (City of Rochester Hills, May 22, 2018) Rochester Hills, MI – The City of Rochester Hills has been advised by Paragon Laboratories that the results of all water test samples taken at Van Hoosen Middle School and Rochester Adams High School have not detected mercury…
MML #2: Health & Cost Considerations in Proposed Lead and Copper Rule Changes
MML #2: Health & Cost Considerations in Proposed Lead and Copper Rule Changes (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 2, 2018) Lansing, MI – In response to the Flint water crisis, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality is revising the lead and copper rule that determines the levels of permissible contamination. The rule, which has not…
Lawsuit Dismissed Against Village of Holly over Water & Sewer Fees
Lawsuit Dismissed Against Village of Holly over Water and Sewer Fees (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 12, 2017) Holly, MI – A lawsuit against the Village of Holly over water and sewer fees was dismissed Dec. 6 for the second time when the judge determined there was no evidence that fees had been used improperly. The…