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

Tag: Michigan legislators


Editorial: Lawmakers clueless on Michigan’s road to ruin

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3rd September

The Michigan Legislature needs to pay attention to Michigan road funding, not wolves, according to this editorial by the Detroit Free Press.



Legislators Go On Summer Recess Without Road Funding Solution

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13th June

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



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

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21st April

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



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 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



Gov. Snyder pushes lawmakers to act on road plan

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6th March

Governor Rick Snyder is pushing lawmakers to act soon to adopt a road funding plan.



Lansing State Journal: New revenue for roads is mandatory

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19th February

Michigan must take action to improve its infrastructure if the state is to protect its fragile economic renaissance, much less achieve its fullest potential as a hub of advanced manufacturing and as a trade gateway to the upper Midwest.



Grand Rapids Press: Bad potholes underscore funding problem

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13th February

Potholes make their debut in Grand Rapids area, highlighting a growing infrastructure funding crisis.






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.