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MI HCR0026
Concurrent Resolution
Status
11/9/2016
Primary Sponsor
Alberta Talabi
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AI Summary
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Early July heavy rains caused flooding in approximately 2,500 basements on Detroit's east side and eastern Wayne County, with residents experiencing up to 2.5 feet of water and sewage.
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Flooded areas left behind bacteria and mold that pose health risks including gastrointestinal infections, skin infections, breathing problems, and other ailments.
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Residents suffered extensive property losses requiring replacement of furniture, water heaters, furnaces, washers, and dryers.
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Calls on the governor to recognize the flooding as a major disaster requiring state emergency assistance in partnership with local governmental units.
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Detroit Water and Sewerage Department is reviewing the situation but is not participating in cleanup efforts.
Legislative Description
A concurrent resolution to call on the governor to recognize that recent rainfall and flooding in Detroit and eastern Wayne County have resulted in a major loss of property and created potentially hazardous conditions requiring state emergency assistance.
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Appropriations
11/9/2016