FACT: One-third of all fatal and serious traffic crashes are due at least in part to poor road conditions.

Tag: bridge funding


Susan J. Demas: Detroit flood isn’t enough to push GOP Legislature to lead on roads

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26th August

After essentially taking the summer off to campaign, leaders have thrown up their hands on roads, which voters say is their No. 1 issue.



Detroit Free Press: Legislature Must Deal With Michigan’s Crumbling Roads Before Summer Recess

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4th June

The Legislature must pass a road funding package before summer break.



Statewide Bridge Rankings Released

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6th May

A statewide analysis of bridge data indicates 1 in 4 Michigan bridges are structurally deficient or functionally obsolete.



MITA Statement Regarding House Infrastructure Funding Plan

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3rd April

The Michigan House announced an infrastructure funding plan today.



Well, It’s An Election Year Cartoon

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6th March

This cartoon, by John Auchter, was originally published in MLive Newspapers on February 16, 2014. It is posted here with permission from the cartoonist.

 

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MDOT Director: Michigan roads are going to get worse every year without new investment

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24th October

Without new investment, roads will continue to deteriorate, according to MDOT Director Kirk Steudle.






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
November 24, 2014
Potholes are a symptom of poor road funding.
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
November 20, 2014
MDOT Reality Check #2: More Salt Please!
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's Reality Check videos debunk myths surrounding 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
November 12, 2014
The County Road Association of Michigan is calling on the Legislature to do its part to fund transportation.