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Legislators Go On Summer Recess Without Road Funding Solution

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Legislators Go On Summer Recess Without Road Funding Solution

13th June

Lawamkers are letting roads crumble while they take a summer break.

Associated Press: Road Funding Update

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Associated Press: Road Funding Update

12th June

Senators are revisiting the infrastructure investment issue today.

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

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

4th June

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

The Detroit News: Weakened support beams prompt closure of NB I-75 ramp to Lodge

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The Detroit News: Weakened support beams prompt closure of NB I-75 ramp to Lodge

20th May

In Detroit, MDOT has closed a the ramp from northbound Interstate 75 to the Lodge Freeway (M-10) due to weakened support beams.

Local Leaders Call on State to Fix Michigan’s Crumbling Roads

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Local Leaders Call on State to Fix Michigan’s Crumbling Roads

21st April

Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel and other local leaders are calling on legislators and the public to take action on road funding.

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.

Road Industry Launches Second Batch of Billboards “Everyone Talks About Fixing Michigan’s Roads. It’s Time to Act!”

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Road Industry Launches Second Batch of Billboards “Everyone Talks About Fixing Michigan’s Roads. It’s Time to Act!”

1st April

More billboards across the state urge legislators to act now on road funding.

4th Winner of Pothole Pocketbook Contest Announced

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4th Winner of Pothole Pocketbook Contest Announced

27th March

Linda Rosenthal of Holland is the fourth winner of MITA's Pothole Pocketbook Contest.


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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.