Future Planning The city is actively updating its Master Plan to guide housing, economic development, transportation, parks, infrastructure and land use over the next 10–20 years, signaling a potential opportunity for consulting, urban planning software, and infrastructure projects.

Water Infrastructure Significant investment in water and sewer infrastructure, including an $18M wastewater plant upgrade and PFAS mitigation funding, indicates opportunities in water treatment technologies, utility modernization, and compliance solutions.

Grants & Financing Recent EGLE grant of $8.2M for water safety enhancements demonstrates the city’s capacity to pursue and leverage state funding, suggesting a readiness to partner on grant-writing support, project management, and funded project execution.

Tourism & Outreach Active to expand visitor engagement via ORV scenic rides and mobile visitor center initiatives (Caddy Wagon), revealing potential in digital engagement platforms, outdoor recreation partnerships, and mobile-enabled citizen services.

Sustainability Focus Community collaboration on tree planting and PFAS mitigation signals a commitment to environmental initiatives, creating openings for sustainability tech, environmental services, and community engagement programs.