Local Government
By Pontiac Times |
Jan 10, 2024
State Representative Donni Steele, a Republican from Orion Township, has expressed opposition to proposed legislation that would create redundant and expensive low-income water assistance programs funded by higher costs for ratepayers. The plan, which would add $72 million to public water bills each year, has been met with criticism.Steele, who serves on the House Appropriations Committee, stated, "Parts of our water infrastructure are falling apart, yet Democrats respond by raising rates to pay for a new program almost identical to what is already in place. The 2023...