April 13, 2026 Groundwater Board

The April 13, 2026 meeting of the miOttawa Groundwater Board focused primarily on updates and discussions related to groundwater management and environmental projects in Ottawa County. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of a $78,000 airborne electromagnetic (AEM) survey contract to gather detailed subsurface geological data, with $19,500 funded by Eagle and the remainder covered by groundwater grant funds. The board also discussed the ongoing permitting and public comment process for Consumers Energy's deep well injection project, which involves injecting treated wastewater deep underground as an alternative to surface water discharge. Concerns were raised about environmental impacts, monitoring, and the need for transparency and exploration of alternative treatment options. Additionally, the board reviewed outreach efforts supporting water-wise landscaping and native plant promotion, and discussed plans for a groundwater summit to educate local leaders and the public. No formal votes on contracts were recorded, but the meeting included budget allocation updates and strategic planning related to groundwater resource management.