Michigan Infrastructure Council

The Michigan Department of Treasury and Michigan State University Extension are hosting a Fiscally Ready Communities Webinar on April 10 from 10:00am to 11:30pm. The Michigan Infrastructure Council will be presenting on how Infrastructure Asset Management is an important part of the Capital Improvement Planning Process, highlighting topics such as determining levels of service, assessing risk, data management, and life-cycle management. This webinar is for officials within local government who are interested in learning important best practices for long-term fiscal and operational stability. It addresses how Capital Improvement Programs helps local governments to organize major projects and forecast expenses to simplify long-term planning and gives a chance for participants to share successful techniques, policies, and procedures they have used in their communities to assist with capital asset management and planning. Register to join this FREE webinar here: https://lnkd.in/gtMjw-ZE #MichiganInfrastructureCouncil #MIC #MichiganInfrastructure #InfrastructureAssetManagement Ryan Laruwe | Emilee Madison, MPA | Christopher Mayes | Adam Frost | Michigan Department of Treasury

From the pipes that deliver clean water to the roads we travel every day, effective asset management keeps Michigan’s infrastructure strong, reliable and safe. By proactively maintaining and investing in these systems, we can prevent costly failures and extend the lifespan of vital public services. Learn more about how the Michigan Infrastructure Council is helping communities, municipalities and public entities across the state drive coordination to build a smarter, more sustainable future: https://lnkd.in/gi2vDrZ7 #MichiganInfrastructureCouncil #MIC #MichiganInfrastructure #InfrastructureAssetManagement #AssetManagement #InfrastructureMatters #BuildingABetterMichigan Ryan Laruwe | Emilee Madison, MPA | Christopher Mayes | Adam Frost | Michigan Department of Treasury | Lori Gray

Elective pay (also known as Direct Pay) filing is a reimbursement for clean energy projects and electric vehicle purchases. The 2024 tax return for Elective Pay is due by May 15. To ensure you receive necessary project ID numbers to be able to complete the return, complete pre-filing registration as soon as possible. If you are not ready to file by May 15, the IRS can allow for a 6-month extension. To learn more about Elective Pay or to see if your organization, projects, or electric vehicle purchase qualifies, check out the Michigan Infrastructure Office’s Elective Pay website here: https://lnkd.in/gcbD97x4 #MichiganInfrastructureCouncil #MIC #MichiganInfrastructure #InfrastructureAssetManagement #MIO #MichiganInfrastructureOffice Ryan Laruwe | Emilee Madison, MPA | Christopher Mayes | Adam Frost | Michigan Department of Treasury | Michigan Infrastructure Office | Kristin Brady

The Center for Technology & Training at Michigan Technological University is hosting a 2-day webinar on Wastewater System Asset Management. This workshop discusses methods to establish asset management programs for wastewater systems and introduces strategies for utilities development, implementing capital improvement plans, and maintenance strategies to enhance sustainability and reliability. This FREE webinar is hosted on April 8th and 9th from 9:00AM-11:00AM. Register by April 7th to join! For more information about this event and registration, visit their website here: https://lnkd.in/ebysXeug #MichiganInfrastructureCouncil #MIC #MichiganInfrastructure #InfrastructureAssetManagement #WAMC #EGLE #MWEA #MichiganAssociationofDrainCommissioners Ryan Laruwe | Emilee Madison, MPA | Christopher Mayes | Adam Frost | Michigan Department of Treasury

The Michigan Infrastructure Council is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mandy Grewal. Mandy formerly served two terms as Washtenaw County Commissioner representing Pittsfield Charter Township and four consecutive terms as Pittsfield Township Supervisor from 2008-2024. During her role as County Commissioner, she served as Vice-Chair of the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners and Chair of the Planning Advisory Board. She is focused on using her knowledge and leadership experience to promote the goal of building inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable communities statewide through proactive planning. Mandy is excited to bring three decades of education and experience to help create inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable communities in Michigan through infrastructure investments. Mandy also has a Ph.D. in Urban Planning from the University of Michigan. Congratulations Mandy on your appointment and welcome to the council! To read more about our council members check out our website at: https://lnkd.in/g99PtgkE #MichiganInfrastructureCouncil #MIC #MichiganInfrastructure #InfrastructureAssetManagement Ryan Laruwe | Emilee Madison, MPA | Christopher Mayes | Adam Frost | Michigan Department of Treasury | Mandy Grewal

Asset management plays a vital role in creating safer, stronger communities. Michelle Bennett, AICP, Ann Arbor city planner, used the Asset Management Champions program to gain valuable tools for connecting long-term planning with infrastructure improvements, ensuring projects meet community needs. Efforts like adding bike lanes to make school routes safer or improving water systems show how asset management creates lasting impacts for residents. Learn more about the program and how it strengthens communities on our website: https://lnkd.in/gPxsbkJw #MichiganInfrastructureCouncil #MIC #MichiganInfrastructure #InfrastructureAssetManagement Ryan Laruwe | Emilee Madison, MPA | Christopher Mayes | Adam Frost | Michigan Department of Treasury | Michelle Bennett, AICP | City of Ann Arbor

Allen Park City Administrator Tom Murray is taking what he learned from the Michigan Infrastructure Council’s Asset Management (AM) Champions Program and using it to advocate for best practices in infrastructure management in his community. Tom oversaw the City’s newly reconstructed Reeck Road Bridge, which is now open to the public after years of coordinated planning and construction. In addition to upgrading the bridge, Allen Park has completed the replacement of the roadway along Reeck Road from Allen Road to Wick Road and installed a new water main in the same area. By utilizing a “Dig Once” approach, this coordinated effort cut down the timeline of these projects long term by combining them — making it a prime example of what the MIC’s AM Champions program hopes to accomplish by fostering a culture of integrated asset management in communities across the state. Are you championing projects in your community that are a good example of infrastructure asset management? We want to hear from you! Send us your stories to MIC@michigan.gov for a chance to be featured in our newsletters, our website, and on our LinkedIn page. Read more about the Michigan Infrastructure Council at: https://lnkd.in/gi2vDrZ7 #MichiganInfrastructureCouncil #MIC #MichiganInfrastructure #InfrastructureAssetManagement Ryan Laruwe | Emilee Madison, MPA | Christopher Mayes | Adam Frost | Michigan Department of Treasury | Tom Murray | CITY OF ALLEN PARK

SEMCOG released a new blog with some high-level results from the 2024 road rating program. Thanks Ian Thompson for the write-up. Our online map has been live for a few weeks (https://lnkd.in/g8MRiUjH). This is a new map template with new functionality. Currently, the map has major roads in the region. You can share filtered data with others by copying and the url of the area of interest of the map. Also new for this year -- the ability to download road condition data to geodatabase or Excel spreadsheet format. You can always reach out if you want road condition data in Roadsoft format or have questions about our pavement asset management program.

We are excited to welcome Cameron Van Wyngarden on his appointment as the Chair of Michigan's Water Asset Management Council (WAMC). Cameron is leveraging his experience from his position as Plainfield Charter Township Superintendent to assist in developing criteria and measurement methods that will be used to improve the understanding of water infrastructure conditions across Michigan. Cameron represents the Michigan Townships Association (MTA), where he brings his knowledge and commitment to improving the reliability of water systems throughout the State of Michigan. Learn more about the Water Asset Management Council at: https://lnkd.in/gPn2TZPA #MichiganInfrastructure #MIC #WaterAssetManagementCouncil #WAMC Ryan Laruwe | Emilee Madison, MPA | Adam Frost | Christopher Mayes | Cameron Van Wyngarden | Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy | Michigan Department of Treasury

This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the outstanding women leadership of the Michigan Infrastructure Council who are shaping the future of our state’s infrastructure. Their leadership and expertise in asset management, transportation and water systems ensure that Michigan’s infrastructure investments are strategic, sustainable and built to last. Palencia Mobley, P.E. serves as the chair of the Michigan Infrastructure Council and CEO of Mode Collective. Palencia brings extensive experience in water infrastructure, capital planning and asset management. As former Deputy Director and Chief Engineer of the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department, she led initiatives that expanded green stormwater infrastructure investments and launched Detroit’s full lead service line replacement program. Erin Kuhn is the Executive Director of the West Michigan Shoreline Regional Development Commission. Erin has spent 25 years advancing economic development, environmental planning and transportation initiatives across West Michigan. Erin served as the former president of the MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF REGIONS. She has played a key role in strengthening regional collaboration and supporting local government infrastructure projects. Kathleen Lomako has over 40 years of experience in infrastructure planning. Kathleen is the retired Executive Director of Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG), where she led multi-community initiatives on transportation, water quality, land use and economic development. She continues to contribute to Michigan’s infrastructure through her service on MIC and other statewide boards. Please join us in recognizing these leaders and the impact women have across all infrastructure asset classes. Read more about the Michigan Infrastructure Council at: https://lnkd.in/gi2vDrZ7 #MichiganInfrastructureCouncil #MIC #MichiganInfrastructure #InfrastructureAssetManagement #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHistoryMonth2025 #InternationalWomensDay #InternationalWomensDay2025 #WomenInInfrastructure #WomenInLeadership #CelebratingWomenLeaders Ryan Laruwe | Emilee Madison, MPA | Christopher Mayes | Adam Frost | Michigan Department of Treasury | SEMCOG | City of Detroit | Detroit Water & Sewerage Department | Great Lakes Water Authority | MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF REGIONS | West Michigan Shoreline Regional Development Commission | Michigan Women’s Commission | Anna Rose Benson | Cheryl Bergman