Summary
The city is borrowing about $19 million at locked-in state rates to separate combined sewers in the Martin district, which should cut lake discharges and basement backups. The notice of intent starts a 45-day window for residents to petition for a referendum before the June contract award.
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Last discussed Apr 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $19 million in borrowing, repaid at 2.5%–2.75% over 20–25 years from existing sources like the Lac Ste. Clair millage — no new taxes authorized.
Residents in the Martin district and lake-wide, through fewer sewage discharges and basement backups.
Some residents, including David Deacon and Erin Liberty, objected that the debt is being issued without a public vote.
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