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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Battle Creek public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Hydroexcavator Purchase
Resolution 502 would authorize buying a new hydroexcavator from Fredrickson Supply LLC for up to $592,195.60 — a specialized truck that uses pressurized water and vacuum to safely dig around underground utilities.
Consumers Energy Easements (Resolutions 496 and 497)
Two resolutions would let the City Manager grant permanent easements to Consumers Energy on city-owned property near Fountain Street and at Oak and Warren Streets so the utility can upgrade, maintain, and distribute electricity.
Verona Pumping Station Check Valve Improvement
Resolution 500 would accept a bid from Platinum Mechanical Inc. for up to $456,413 to improve check valves at the Verona Pumping Station — key sewer infrastructure that protects against backups.
Sodium permanganate system improvements at water treatment
The city was positioned to accept a $211,927 low bid from Shouldice Industrial for sodium permanganate system improvements — part of the water treatment infrastructure. This affects drinking water operations for all city residents.
New water lines and Fire Station 3 praised
A resident thanked the city for improved water pressure on Lathrup Avenue and for placing Fire Station 3 on the correct side of the railroad tracks, asking the city to plan a reuse for the old Cliff station.