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Tag: Michigan road funding


Pothole Payouts: A Fox 17 Special Report

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16th May

Fox 17 reviews how much West Michigan cities have had to shell out for pothole repair claims from residents.


Where there is a will, there is a way: House discusses road funding options

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1st May

Registration fee increases are being discussed among many options available to provide increased road funding.


Holland Sentinel: It’s time for Legislature to make tough decisions on funding road maintenance

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18th April

It is time for the Legislature to make a decision to support increased road funding.


Statewide news media spreads the word about Pothole Pocketbook Contest

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11th March

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


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.


Are we a donor state?

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4th March

Do we give more to the government in fuel taxes than we receive?


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.


How inflation affects Michigan road funding and repairs

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7th February

Michigan's gas tax - last adjusted in 1997 - doesn't repair as many roads as it used to, thanks to the effect of inflation on repair materials.


Bridge Online Magazine: In-depth series regarding road funding

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5th February

An in-depth look at road funding, titled "Rough Road Ahead," begins today on Bridge Magazine and covers a variety of issues.


The Daily Telegram: One way or another, state road funding model must grow

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4th February

The Daily Telegram in Adrian published an editorial Feb. 3 regarding road funding, which addressed the urgency of the problem and the need for legislative action.

Michigan’s road funding has fallen into the same sort of neglect as its pot-holed






Latest News and Blog Posts

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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.