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

Tag: Michigan roads


2014 MITA Pothole Pocketbook Contest Comes to a Close: Entrants Spend Nearly $15,000 in Car Repairs

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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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3rd April

The Michigan House announced an infrastructure funding plan today.


Big Rapids Man is Second Winner in Pothole Pocketbook Contest

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12th March

Big Rapids man had bad luck and good luck when it came to hitting a pothole.


Over 60 Percent of Michigan Roads Rated Poor or Fair

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30th July

A new report reveals 60 percent of MIchigan's roads are rated in poor or fair condition -- more funding is needed today!

The Detroit News: Use the surplus for roads

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20th May

The Detroit News favors using the surplus state cash for road repairs.


Governor Takes Positive Road Attitude to Holland

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9th May

Governor Snyder brings his relentlessly positive outlook about road funding to Holland, MIch.


First winner of the Pothole Pocketbook Contest receives $500 for pothole-related repairs

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18th March

Nicole VanPutten of Kalamazoo is the first winner of the Pothole Pocketbook Contest and will receive $500 for pothole-related repairs to her vehicle.


Poll Shows 60 Percent of Citizens Willing to Pay More to Fix Roads

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28th February

LE&A;/Denno Research survey shows 60% of citizens willing to pay more to fix roads.


Michigan’s transportation network is at its breaking point

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26th February

Manufacturers and growers depend on a quality transportation system to get their products to market, and one-third of Michigan’s roads are already crumbling in poor condition.


Jack Lessenberry: Common Sense and Statesmanship

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15th February

"There’s no doubt about the need for the spending. This is not money for new roads, or bridges to nowhere. This is merely, transportation experts agree, the minimum necessary to prevent the state’s current roads and bridges from completely crumbling."





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.