HOUGHTON — The City of Houghton is eligible for up to $250,000 in relief from damage done to the city during the heavy rainfall over the summer according to City Manager Eric Waara. In his report at the city council meeting Wednesday, Waara said he met last week with the Michigan State Police (MSP) Disaster Recovery Team. He said he was told that under Section 19 of the Emergency Management Act, MSP can reimburse some of the costs the city paid for permanent repairs. Documentation will need to be provided to MSP and Waara is designated as the official authorized to file the application for financial assistance and provide further information to the state. The City Council approved this in Resolution 2025-1993.

MSP was not the only entity discussing roads with Waara, as he said MDOT held a

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