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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Macomb County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Water Affordability Assistance
A $221,562 budget amendment would bring state MDHHS water affordability grant money into Macomb Community Action, helping low-income households pay water bills.
8½ Mile Relief Drain Bonds
The county will pledge its full faith and credit to drainage district bonds backing a new $40 million pump station near Nine Mile and Jefferson in St. Clair Shores, which should cut flood risk and sewer overflows. Officials say there's no added annual cost to the districts.
Public Works budget and sewer infrastructure
Public Works reported sewer overflows cut 75% at Chapaton, a record year of drain cleanouts in every community, and $184 million in grant funding raised. The department is asking for a $127,100 budget amendment and wants Oakland County to pay more toward Red Run repairs.