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

Tag: Michigan Infrastructure & Transportation Association


Local Roads Matter Coalition Issues Call to Action: Now is the Time to Fix Our Roads

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5th November

The Local Roads Matter Coalition issued a call to action today for Michigan legislators: Now is the time to fix our roads.



Final Winner of 2014 Pothole Pocketbook Contest Announced

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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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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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27th March

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



Road Industry Launches Billboards Focused on Poor Bridges

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5th March

Starting this week at billboard locations throughout the state, Michigan drivers and their legislators will be reminded about the poor condition of MIchigan’s bridges



Gas Prices Rise and Fall; Michigan Transportation Funding Still Ailing

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16th April

Michigan Transportation Funding has not been increased since 1997, and the state’s roads and bridges are suffering from a lack of adequate funding.



Chamber, MITA: No panic on road funding

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18th February

A Gongwer News article on February 15, 2013, summarized the upbeat attitude among two organizations that serve as co-chairs of the Michigan Transportation Team: the Michigan Chamber of Commerce and the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association.

“Encouraging transportation investment is






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.