Infrastructure

As part of a series looking ahead to Michigan’s upcoming presidential primary and caucus, Michigan Public has been talking with Michiganders and others about what kind of presidential leadership they would like to see when it comes to infrastructure and climate change.

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The White House announced this week that Michigan is in line for more federal dollars as part of a new federal infrastructure spending plan.

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The labor shortage could be a bottleneck as the country rebuilds its infrastructure.

A new federal grant will allow the city to replace railroad crossings.

“The one-time infusions of money are great and they are helping,” said Ron Brenke, executive director of the American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan. “But what we’re really concerned about is the long-term sustainable funding for the system.”

A new study finds that the overwhelming majority of car owners would save money on energy if they switched to electric vehicles from gasoline powered vehicles.

“If we reach across the aisle and we bring people together in every region, and focus on solving problems, we can make Michigan a place where all people can envision a great future,” said Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

The money will fund lead pipe replacements, upgrading wastewater treatment and protecting water systems from per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination.