Yearly Archives: 2017

MPSC: All Michigan electric providers met or exceeded renewable energy standard in 2015, state...

The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) today issued its seventh annual report on the implementation of the state’s renewable energy standard. The report notes that all of Michigan’s electric providers met – or exceeded – the 10 percent renewable energy standard in 2015.

Michigan Civil Rights Commission to Hold Public Meeting to Release Report on Flint Water...

At 2 pm on Friday, February 17, 2017, the Michigan Civil Rights Commission (the Commission) will meet to review, adopt, and release a report of their findings on the civil rights implications of the Flint water crisis and recommendations for action. The Commission will meet in the Grand Ballroom of the Northbank Center, 432 N. Saginaw Street in Flint, Michigan.

TROTT LEADS LETTER TO PRESIDENT SUPPORTING RECENT FINANCIAL POLICY EXECUTIVE ORDER

WASHINGTON - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Representative Dave Trott (MI-11) led members of the Financial Services Committee in a letter to President Trump underscoring their...

MPSC approves settlement agreement authorizing Wisconsin Public Service Corporation and Upper Michigan Energy Resources...

The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) today approved a settlement agreement authorizing Wisconsin Public Service Corporation (WPS Corp.) and Upper Michigan Energy Resources Corporation (UMERC) to incorporate a uniform base gas cost recovery factor of $0.38929 per therm for the 12-month period ending Oct. 31. A therm is a measurement of natural gas equivalent to approximately 100 cubic feet

Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on State of Michigan Halting Flint Water Credits and...

Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement today after the state of Michigan said it would end water credits for Flint families and additionally stop paying for the city’s drinking water through the Great Lakes Water Authority, despite the ongoing crisis:

Calumet awarded $33,000 to make downtown building improvements

Calumet will take a big step forward in its neighborhood conservation and renewal strategy using a $33,000 housing development fund grant from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority

Michigan Agency for Energy: Nominations now open for Governor’s Energy Excellence Awards

The Michigan Agency for Energy (MAE) today noted that nominations are now open for the third annual Governor’s Energy Excellence Awards. Organized by Michigan Saves, the Governor’s Energy Excellence Awards honor Michigan organizations and individuals for their commitment to a brighter energy consumption future for Michigan.

LARA Summarily Suspends Cass County Child Care Group Home License

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Community and Health Systems (BCHS), issued an order of summary suspension and notice of intent to revoke the license of a Cass County group child care home provider, Julie Pellow, #DG140067633, 28805 Fairlane, Dowagiac, Michigan 49047. This action resulted from a recent complaint investigation of the group child care home

First Action by President Trump Means More Expensive Mortgages for Millions of Homeowners

Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in opposition to President Donald Trump’s recent executive action that will lead to more expensive home mortgage payments for millions of Americans.

MDEQ Responds to Dingell’s Concerns about Downriver Water Quality

The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) responded to U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell’s January 17th letter seeking answers about the water quality in many Downriver communities. Last week, Dingell’s office received reports of both people and their pets becoming ill after drinking water with discoloration, taste and odor issues. MDEQ Director C. Heidi Grether wrote that the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) continues to conduct expanded testing to ensure the water is safe, and provided water testing results and health guidance for affected residents.

Dingell Seeks Answers on Downriver Water Quality Concerns

U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today sent a letter to Governor Rick Snyder and Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) CEO Sue F. McCormick regarding recent reports of odor, taste and discoloration issues in the tap water in many Downriver communities. Over the weekend, Dingell’s office received reports of both people and their pets becoming ill after drinking the discolored water. Dingell is seeking information about the source of the discoloration and steps that are being taken to ensure the water is safe

Dingell Appointed to House Committee on Energy & Commerce

Recently elected to her second term serving Michigan’s 12th Congressional District, U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) was appointed by her colleagues yesterday evening to serve on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce (E&C) in the 115th Congress. The influential E&C Committee has broad jurisdiction over issues including commerce and trade, energy policy, environmental quality, telecommunications, consumer protections, automotive safety and health care.

Consumers Energy to Finish Installing Upgraded Meters in 2017

From Mackinaw City to Monroe, Consumers Energy will have installed 1.8 million new meters across Michigan by the end of 2017. The completion of the five-year statewide project will allow electric customers to track their energy usage more closely online and identify ways to save energy and money.

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New shorelands program helps waterfront homeowners improve shorelines, inland lakes

The Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership recently launched a program to help lakefront homeowners understand best practices to protect their shoreland and inland lakes. The Michigan Shoreland Stewards Program will recognize inland lake property owners who are using healthy property management practices to protect their inland lake and offer tips to improve the shoreline further.

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