LE&A/Denno Research survey shows 60% of citizens willing to pay more to fix roads.

As the legislature continues to debate Governor Snyder’s proposal to fix Michigan’s crumbling transportation infrastructure, Michiganders must make one thing crystal clear.

Michigan Municipal League CEO Dan Gilmartin explains in a video why having a strong transportation system is vital to Michigan.

Manufacturers and growers depend on a quality transportation system to get their products to market, and one-third of Michigan’s roads are already crumbling in poor condition.

Leaders of nine business organizations representing tens of thousands of members across the state urged legislators today to increase investment in Michigan’s crumbling transportation system.

Livingston County taxpayers would have to pay $25 million to fix the same roads it would have cost $11 million to fix two years ago due to “legislative inaction.”

Our aging public infrastructure continues to be underfunded, and every day it becomes increasingly inadequate to serve the needs of competitive businesses and individuals.

The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce is reaching out to local businesses for their input regarding road funding.

The condition of Michigan’s roads continued to deteriorate in 2011, and this trend will continue without additional funding.

In the interest of public safety and jobs, now is the time for Michigan to invest in our crumbling roads and bridges and to create a real system of public transportation alternatives to driving.