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

Tag: transportation investment


Feedback: Readers’ anger over roads as bad as the roads themselves

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24th June

Reader’s continue to submit angry letters to newspapers venting their frustration at the Michigan Legislature for not doing something about road funding before going on summer recess.



2nd Annual Pothole Pocketbook Contest Begins Today

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18th February

Drivers can win up to $500 to cover the cost of pothole-related vehicle repairs.



Videos: Fix The Roads event in Flint today

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8th February

Governor Snyder joined local officials and business leaders in Flint to highlight the critical need for investment in Michigan’s roads and bridges. Watch!



West Michigan groups support investing in Michigan roads and transportation now

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8th February

Gov. Rick Snyder’s proposed $4.6 billion transportation budget is being lauded by West Michigan groups.



Michigan Sheriffs’ Association: Just Fix The Roads

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22nd January

When it comes to Michigan roads, we are in a crisis situation. Investment in our infrastructure needs to be made sooner rather than later. Better roads are safer roads!



Grand Rapids and Michigan’s Transportation System

Posted by Michigan Transportation Team in Fix The Roads Now Blog, News and Blog. Comments Off

16th January

If nothing is done, eight out of 10 city streets will be in poor shape within three years, and 94 percent will be bad by 2021, the task force estimates.


Transportation Solutions: A Report on Michigan’s Transportation Needs and Funding Alternatives

Posted by Michigan Transportation Team in Studies. Comments Off

9th November

If Michigan’s transportation system is to continue to serve the state adequately, our investment in transportation must increase significantly.






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.