Tag: infrastructure

Grassroots Efforts Stop Local Unit Internet Prohibition Bill

Recently, House Bill 5099 was introduced by State Rep. Michele Hoitenga (R – Manton) that would have had immediate and potentially negative consequences for efforts in northern Michigan to grow a network of high speed internet service infrastructure. HB 5099 as written would prohibit… Continue Reading “Grassroots Efforts Stop Local Unit Internet Prohibition Bill”

MIRS: Will Trump Move The Ball On Soo Locks Upgrade?

  From MIRS, January 30, 2017 Almost everyone agrees the Soo Locks in the Upper Peninsula need to be upgraded. Modernizing the locks won’t be cheap, however, and so far Congress hasn’t approved funding for the work. But there are signs that might change… Continue Reading “MIRS: Will Trump Move The Ball On Soo Locks Upgrade?”

What Governor Snyder’s Address Means For Northern Michigan

Representatives of the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance were on hand in Lansing for Governor Rick Snyder’s seventh State of the State address on Tuesday, January 17, 2017. Below is a quick summary and analysis of areas where the Governor’s address intersect with Northern Michigan… Continue Reading “What Governor Snyder’s Address Means For Northern Michigan”

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