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How to Avoid Potholes

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How to Avoid Potholes

22nd July

A clever, to the point video, that also references the TRIP report.

State Officials Need To Act On Michigan Roads

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State Officials Need To Act On Michigan Roads

21st July

This opinion page piece from the Midland Daily News takes the Michigan Legislature to task for their inaction on road funding.

Associated Press: Road Funding Update

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Associated Press: Road Funding Update

12th June

Senators are revisiting the infrastructure investment issue today.

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.

MITA Statement Regarding House Infrastructure Funding Plan

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MITA Statement Regarding House Infrastructure Funding Plan

3rd April

The Michigan House announced an infrastructure funding plan today.

First Winner Announced in Pothole Pocketbook Contest

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First Winner Announced in Pothole Pocketbook Contest

4th March

A nasty run in with a pothole(s) nets contest winner cash.

Favorite Tweet of the Day

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25th February

Favorite Pothole Tweet of the Day

Kalamazoo couple win $500 for car repairs in the Pothole Pocketbook Contest

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20th March

Kalamazoo couple win $500 for car repairs in the Pothole Pocketbook

Statewide news media spreads the word about Pothole Pocketbook Contest

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Statewide news media spreads the word about Pothole Pocketbook Contest

11th March

Our Pothole Pocketbook Contest is underway, and the media is helping spread the word.


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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.