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MDOT Reality Check Video Examines Pothole Myths

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MDOT Reality Check Video Examines Pothole Myths

16th April

Potholes won't fill themselves without additional funding, and this MDOT video explains why pothole patching is only a temporary fix.

2014 MITA Pothole Pocketbook Contest Comes to a Close: Entrants Spend Nearly $15,000 in Car Repairs

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2014 MITA Pothole Pocketbook Contest Comes to a Close: Entrants Spend Nearly $15,000 in Car Repairs

8th April

Entrants to MITA's Pothole Pocketbook Contest this year spent nearly $15,000 in Car Repairs.

Final Winner of 2014 Pothole Pocketbook Contest Announced

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Final Winner of 2014 Pothole Pocketbook Contest Announced

2nd April

A Lansing man's puncture-proof run-flat tire was no match for a pothole.

Michigan Road Crisis Update: Cost to Fix Michigan Roads is Now Nearly $2.2 Billion and Rising

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Michigan Road Crisis Update: Cost to Fix Michigan Roads is Now Nearly $2.2 Billion and Rising

20th March

A new report released this week by a former state representative highlights what it will cost to maintain Michigan's roads and bridges due to legislative inaction.

Michigan Roads Receive Funding Boost, But 10 Times More is Needed

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Michigan Roads Receive Funding Boost, But 10 Times More is Needed

13th March

Michigan roads received money yesterday, but 10 times more is needed.

Big Rapids Man is Second Winner in Pothole Pocketbook Contest

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Big Rapids Man is Second Winner in Pothole Pocketbook Contest

12th March

Big Rapids man had bad luck and good luck when it came to hitting a pothole.

2nd Annual Pothole Pocketbook Contest Begins Today

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2nd Annual Pothole Pocketbook Contest Begins Today

18th February

Drivers can win up to $500 to cover the cost of pothole-related vehicle repairs.

Local lawmakers looking to improve Michigan roads

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Local lawmakers looking to improve Michigan roads

7th November

Two Republican lawmakers hosted a public forum regarding road funding.

Article: “These 2 Charts Prove American Drivers Don’t Pay Enough for Roads”

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Article: “These 2 Charts Prove American Drivers Don’t Pay Enough for Roads”

4th October

America is in the midst of a road-funding crisis, and part of the problem is that drivers don't pay enough for roads.

Snyder Retains Focus on Roads

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Snyder Retains Focus on Roads

23rd September

“We need to invest significant resources in our roads,” Snyder said.


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Latest News and Blog Posts

Come back frequently for the latest news on Michigan's roads crisis, along with blog posts from members of our coalition and others who agree: just fix the roads now!

MDOT Reality Check: Prevent Potholes With Investment
MDOT Reality Check: Prevent Potholes With Investment
November 24, 2014
Potholes are a symptom of poor road funding.
MDOT Reality Check: Michigan Gas Taxes
MDOT Reality Check: Michigan Gas Taxes
November 21, 2014
MDOT explains the real details on gas taxes that are paid at at the pump.
MDOT Reality Check #2: More Road Salt Isn’t Always Better
MDOT Reality Check #2: More Road Salt Isn’t Always Better
November 20, 2014
MDOT Reality Check #2: More Salt Please!
November 2014 Local Road Tax Election Results
November 2014 Local Road Tax Election Results
November 19, 2014
Just a reminder to us all that the public is willing to invest in our roads and bridges.
MDOT Myth Debunking Videos
MDOT Myth Debunking Videos

MDOT's Reality Check videos debunk myths surrounding road funding.
Michigan Senate Approves Gas Tax Hike For Long-Term Road Funding
Michigan Senate Approves Gas Tax Hike For Long-Term Road Funding
November 14, 2014
The Michigan Senate approved a gas tax hike, which now goes to the House for consideration.
Local Communities Doing Their Part To Fund Michigan Roads; 28 Counties, Numerous Cities, Villages Now Have Road Millages
Local Communities Doing Their Part To Fund Michigan Roads; 28 Counties, Numerous Cities, Villages Now Have Road Millages
November 12, 2014
The County Road Association of Michigan is calling on the Legislature to do its part to fund transportation.