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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Troy public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
DTE Electric Rate Case Notices
Two notices of hearings in DTE Electric rate cases (U-20880 and U-22057) will be received — these utility rate cases could affect Troy electric customers' bills.
Water Connection Fee Increases
Troy proposes adding a fixed quarterly fee — $6 for water, $2.75 for sewer — on every bill to stabilize revenue as water use drops. Average quarterly bills would rise to about $246, still the lowest among peer communities.
Stephenson Water Main Rehabilitation
The city awarded a $2.37 million contract to rehabilitate the Stephenson water main, aimed at reliability of the drinking water system.
Cherryhurst subdivision sewer backups and MMRMA claims
More than 70% of Cherryhurst homes had sewage back up into basements during the April 15 storm, with remediation costs up to $16,000 per home. Residents say the city knew the sewer was full by 2 a.m. but didn't start pumping until 6:15 a.m. due to equipment failure, and got no door-to-door outreach like in 2019.
Emergency fiber relocation for Public Works Building
The Rochester Road utility project uncovered the city's fiber line on poles being replaced, and a bid waiver was approved to move it quickly. Without fast action, the DPW connection and the road project schedule would be delayed.