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Being a state with direct access to a lot of freshwater creates opportunities for housing, jobs and tourism.
However, the quality of Michigan’s water is threatened due to poorly maintained septic tanks, according to environmental advocates pushing for legislation to require periodic inspections of septic systems statewide.
In a medical emergency, people generally want whichever emergency service they call to get to the scene fast, but ambulances in rural areas face special challenges to help residents.
The biggest obstacle for fire and rescue stations in rural areas is the distance between someone in need and the station.
Lacking access to transportation is a significant barrier to employment, especially in rural areas and small towns.
Buses are often late because of construction or traffic, and Keson said the Ludington authority is trying to secure more funding for new dispatch technology.