Better Buildings for Michigan - Marquette
BETTERBUILDINGS FOR MICHIGAN COMING FOR NORTH MARQUETTE SUMMER 2012!
If you're interested in taking part, please call 228-6095 and leave your name, address and phone number. Your location will be entered into a database and considered for the neighborhood boundaries.
“The contractor for my home assessment was extremely knowledgeable about home construction, the science of energy transfer, heating and electrical, and the latest in energy efficient products and rebates through the BetterBuildings for Michigan Program. I most certainly recommend this to my neighbors!”
--Karen Schmidt, South Marquette Resident
________________________________________________________________________________REFERRALS: Please tell us about your friends and neighbors who are interested in the program. ONLY written referrals are accepted. Please use this form to refer your friends and neighbors.
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BetterBuildings for Michigan Program - Marquette
The Superior Watershed Partnership and the City of Marquette are teaming up to bring the BetterBuildings for Michigan program to two different neighborhoods in Marquette. South Marquette has been chosen as the neighborhood for 2011. A designated north Marquette neighborhood will be chosen for 2012. Stay tuned!
WHAT THE PROGRAM INCLUDES
All qualifying homes will receive a home energy assessment by a qualified, fully licensed contractor. A $25 co-pay is required at the time of the assessment. This assessment will identify energy conservation opportunities and ways the homeowner can save money on energy bills. In addition, the assessment includes the installation of these simple energy efficiency upgrades: up to (10) compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), pipe wrap, faucet aerators, a low-flow shower head, and a programmable thermostat.
For homeowners interested in going a step further, there is an enhanced package to take advantage of. Each home energy assessment will produce a report on recommendations for reducing energy costs. If the homeowners wants to follow through with these recommendations they have two unique opportunities to save money. These upgrades can include major measures such as sealing and insulation of ducts, attic, wall, or floor insulation, HVAC, water heaters, appliances, and windows. This level of service will include up to $3,000 in Efficiency United rebates and BetterBuildings for Michigan incentives and Michigan Saves loans at 0% APR for up to $20,000 for 10 years. Read the Loan FAQs to learn more.
Confused? Read the BetterBuildings for Michigan Overview.
The first neighborhood to receive these services will be in south Marquette starting Summer 2011. These will include all qualifying homes south of Highway US 41 within the City limits. The second neighborhood will be in north Marquette starting summer 2012.
HOW DO I KNOW IF MY HOUSEHOLD QUALIFIES FOR THE BETTERBUILDINGS FOR MICHIGAN PROGRAM?
The good news is that EVERYONE qualifies for the BetterBuildings for Michigan Program. Your income will determine which part of the program you can participate in. Please see the below income chart. If you find that your pre-tax income is less than listed on this chart, you may qualify for the Weatherization Assistance Program through our local Community Action Agency (Alger Marquette Community Action Board). For more information please call Eleanor Fiori at 225-5484. If your income is above the range in the chart your household will qualify for the program outlined above and can receive a complete home energy assessment.
Confused? Read the Income-Qualifying Overview.
Below is the South Marquette neighborhood boundary for the program.
South Marquette residents can sign up by filling out the fields below and clicking "send." You can also sign up by calling 228-6095. Home Assessment scheduling will begin in early October.
This Commitment Form is REQUIRED to be signed and presented to the energy assessor at the time of the visit. Print it out or request one from the SWP office.
Listen to the Sunny 101.9 radio interview on the program here.
Watch this informative video explaining the Better Buildings for Michigan Program.
Click here for more information on the BBFM State-wide Program.
BetterBuildings for Michigan uses a community approach to deliver energy efficiency improvements for homes and businesses providing access to incentives and affordable loans. The program is supported by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and developed by the Michigan Energy Office; Michigan Saves; the City of Grand Rapids; the Economic Development Corporation of the City of Detroit; and the Southeast Michigan Regional Energy Office.
Additional partners include Clean Energy Coalition; DeWitt and Bath Townships; Michigan Energy Options; Wyandotte Municipal Services; Building Science Energy Services; McKenna Associates; City of Marquette; Superior Watershed Partnership; St.Joseph County Economic Development Corporation; City of Traverse City; Michigan Land Use Institute; and SEEDS.
Want more information? Call 228-6095
Download the BBFM Informational Flier here.
Relevant Media Coverage
Sunny 101.9 WKQS radio, 8/3/11 - BetterBuildings for Michigan Program Overview
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