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NEW POLL OVERVIEW:<br />
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The Mid Michigan Health Department (Clinton, Gratiot, and Montcalm Counties) are considering the modification of the regulations related to private homeowner septic tank systems and wells.<br />
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They are proposing the implementation of a database that would contain information about all of the wells and septic systems and GIS maps as well as the associated infrastructure to track and update the information.<br />
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The following is from the report and lists some of the possible steps that would need to be taken to implement the system and keep the system updated on an ongoing basis.<br />
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This is from the 24 page report submitted by the committee:<br />
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Committee members representing system inspectors reviewed the process used when conducting an inspection of on-site wastewater treatment systems and water wells. The inspectors emphasized the importance of easy and quick access to relevant information online (e.g., prior permits, as-built sketches).<br />
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While individual inspectors may take different approaches, the inspections generally include the following:<br />
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-- Collect information about the property through online sources such as assessing records, health department records, and well logic records.<br />
--&nbsp; Coordinate with the local health department to obtain all available records on the subject property.<br />
--&nbsp; When on-site, evaluate the typography and soil type.<br />
--&nbsp; Determine and evaluate the fuel source relative to location of the well.<br />
--&nbsp; Turn on all the water in the house.<br />
--&nbsp; Evaluate the well construction.<br />
--&nbsp; Document the condition of systems that may affect the septic system (e.g., water softener, sump pump, etc.).<br />
--&nbsp; Develop a drawing of tank field, structure location, property lines, etc.<br />
--&nbsp; Determine whether or not the tank has been pumped within the last three years. If it has been pumped, open the tank and inspect its integrity. If it has not been pumped within the previous three years, arrange for pumping. The septic pumper will check the integrity of the tank, which is incorporated into<br />
the final report.<br />
--&nbsp; Hand auger at least two borings to determine system and stone depth and condition.<br />
--&nbsp; Findings of the inspection are summarized in a report and submitted to the client.<br />
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Inspections would be mandated at the&nbsp; homeowners expense and would be required every 5 years.<br />
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IF YOU WOULD BE INTERESTED IN ATTENDING A MEETING REGARDING THE PROPOSED REGULATION CHANGES THE FOLLOWING IS INFORMATION REGARDING AN UPCOMING MEETING IN CARSON CITY:<br />
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The Mid-Michigan District Health Department would like to invite all County Commissioners to attend a luncheon forum to discuss hot topics in local public health, including: <br />
--&nbsp; Improving and protecting our water resources &ndash; alternatives to traditional time-of-sale ordinances. <br />
--&nbsp; Is the funding formula for the Health Department fair? <br />
-- Do we need to change it?<br />
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Mid-Michigan District Health Department Commissioner Forum First Baptist Church Community Center 10010 E. Carson City Road (M-57) East of the Rusty Nail Restaurant Thursday, September 25, 2014 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m.<br />
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NEW POLL QUESTION:<br />
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Should the Mid Michigan Health Department adopt new proposed regulations related to septic systems and wells?<br />
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Yes<br />
No<br />
Undecided<br />
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TO VOTE IN THIS POLL CLICK ON THIS LINK<br />
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PREVIOUS POLL QUESTION:<br />
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Should the Michigan pass a law that would ban the enforcement of wood burning emission limits in Michigan?<br />
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Yes - 74%<br />
No - 26%<br />
Undecided - 0%&nbsp; <br />
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ONE COMMENT WAS MADE ON THIS POLL:<br />
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COMMENT #1<br />
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This EPA is out of control. IT should be banned, defunded and done away with!!!<br />
Ida S.<br />
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