The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) has begun a statewide initiative to test drinking water from all public water supplies. The test is looking for a group of man made chemicals called per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). MDEQ is taking this precautionary step of testing these drinking water sources to determine if public health actions are needed.

The test results for the Village of Manchester water supply were non-detect.

For more information: Village of Manchester PFAS test results

Manchester Township is seeking public input regarding the recommendations of a Trail Feasibility Study. A proposed trail connecting Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve with the Village of Manchester would utilize the right-of-way along the south side of Austin Road. The study details the different trail alignment alternatives as well as potential financing and grant opportunities.

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