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Salt brine extraction well at 1827 N. 1st Street

Michigan Resources wants to drill a 4,300-foot brine well for road dust control and ice mitigation, with a possible second-phase processing facility that could bring up to 200 jobs. Weidinger pressed on wetlands, the river, groundwater safety and the company's short track record.

1 mentionLast discussed Feb 24, 2026

HighEnvironment

EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant for Bearinger Building

The city is applying for a competitive EPA grant to clean up the long-vacant historic Bearinger Building — removing asbestos and lead paint — so it can become about 48 affordable apartments with retail space. No city match required; winners announced by end of May.

1 mentionLast discussed Jan 12, 2026