Local Awards to Help with Municipal Financial Stability
LANSING, Mich. – State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks today announced $2.7 million is being awarded to 12 Michigan municipalities to help fund infrastructure and public safety projects as a part of a grant program for municipalities experiencing budget pressures.
“Upgrading infrastructure and improving public safety helps build vibrant communities,” State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks said. “These grants help communities facing budget pressures finance important projects. Treasury is always proud to partner with local governments as they seek to improve their communities.”
Under the Financially Distressed Cities, Villages, and Townships (FDCVT) Grant Program, municipalities can participate if they are experiencing one or more conditions indicative of “probable financial distress” as defined in state law. The grants fund specific projects, services, or strategies -- including infrastructure and public safety enhancements -- that move a city, village, or township toward financial stability.
For the 2023 fiscal year, the Michigan Legislature appropriated $2.5 million for the program, with a carryover of $176,000 from the previous fiscal year. The FDCVT Grant Program has a $2 million cap per municipality -- and grants are awarded based on applications submitted by the municipality.
The following municipalities will receive funding this year, with projects and amounts noted (alphabetical order):
Benton Harbor CityWater system enhancement through replacement of fire hydrants$198,720
Ecorse CityPublic safety enhancement through replacement of one fire engine$250,000
Flint CityPublic safety enhancement through installation of surveillance cameras$129,720
Gaastra CityWater system enhancement through lift station repair$273,000
Lansing CityPublic safety enhancement through replacement of one police vehicle$30,000
Lansing TownshipPublic safety enhancement through replacement of police equipment$91,644
Laurium VillagePublic service enhancement through replacement of roof at the Department of Public Works’ building$149,500
Laurium VillagePublic service enhancement through infrastructure replacement at the village hall building$341,075
Laurium VillagePublic safety enhancement through replacement of firefighting equipment$20,300
Melvindale CityPublic safety enhancement through replacement of police equipment$210,309
Mt. Morris TownshipPublic safety enhancement through renovation of evidence storage building$130,000
Mt. Morris TownshipPublic safety enhancement through replacement of police equipment$35,000
Muskegon Heights CityPublic service enhancement through property reappraisal$217,139
Ontonagon VillagePublic service enhancement through replacement of one vacuum extractor truck$250,000
River Rouge CityPublic service enhancement through replacement of the municipal building HVAC system$350,000
