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URC Infrastructure Innovation Tour Summary June 2019 Wayne State University

Explore the key issues impacting Michigan's infrastructure and the innovative solutions being developed. Topics include algal blooms, broadband access, road infrastructure, water contamination, and maritime shipping. Discover the tour conclusions and key takeaways.

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URC Infrastructure Innovation Tour Summary June 2019 Wayne State University

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  1. URC Infrastructure Innovation Tour Summary June 2019 Wayne State University

  2. Innovation in Infrastructure

  3. Five Issues. Five Stops.

  4. Monroe, Michigan | October 2018 Algal blooms and their direct effect on infrastructure, communities, industry and human health

  5. Sanilac County, Michigan | November 2018 Rural and urban access to broadband, and securing widespread connectivity

  6. Sterling Heights, Michigan| April 2019 Impacts of Michigan’s failing road infrastructure on communities, and the research underway to meet these challenges

  7. Kalamazoo, Michigan | April 2019 Water infrastructure and contamination issues, including per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)

  8. Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan | May 2019 Economic and environmental challenges and opportunities surrounding maritime shipping and lock expansion

  9. Tour Conclusions • TAKEAWAY 1 • The need and desire for greater coordination came through this discussion and all subsequent dialogues. • TAKEAWAY 2 • Communities are not waiting – they are “bra-strapping” solutions. • TAKEAWAY 3 • Engagement is meaningful. There are few substitutes for being present. • TAKEAWAY 4 • In an emerging crisis, it is critically important to incorporate the questions our elected officials are being asked to answer from their constituents. • TAKEAWAY 5 • Beyond the technological innovations, it is critical to consider the economic impacts for residents – jobs, jobs, jobs

  10. Detroit

  11. URCMich.org/infrastructure-tour

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