City of Saginaw, MI Water and Sewer Fund Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Presetnation

The City of Saginaw, MI held a budget presentation on May 6, 2026, focusing on the Water and Sewer Funds for Fiscal Year 2027. The proposed sewer fund budget is approximately $52.9 million, reflecting a 35% increase driven primarily by State Revolving Fund (SRF) projects and loan forgiveness. Key expenditures include sewer lining to avoid costly road digs, vehicle replacements, and major sewer repairs tied to road projects. The water fund budget shows a 23% increase to about $15 million, with significant capital investments exceeding $22 million. Major projects include pump station tank recoating, vault rehabilitation, water line replacements, and coordinated street reconstruction efforts. The city is aggressively pursuing SRF funding and congressional earmarks to support these infrastructure improvements. Future plans include a comprehensive study of the nearly 100-year-old water treatment plant and transmission line upgrades to ensure system reliability and water quality. The presentation emphasized strategic asset management and cost-benefit considerations to guide spending and rate impacts.