MITA applauds introduction of Michigan Water Trust Fund legislation

by Fix MI State | May 12, 2026 | Stormwater & Wastewater

Learn More: Michigan Water Trust Fund Legislation   LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Infrastructure & Transportation Association (MITA) expressed strong support for Senate Bills 950 and 951, introduced by Sen. Sam Singh (D-East Lansing), which would establish...

Work zone safety push begins as construction season starts

by Fix MI State | May 8, 2026 | Work Zone Safety

This story originally appeared in ABC 12 News. Read more here. MIDLAND, Mich. (WJRT) – Officials gathered at Dow Diamond in Midland on Monday to kick off National Work Zone Awareness Week, focusing on the theme “Safe Actions, Save Lives.” Speakers...

Soo man wins $800 in Pothole Payback Contest to pay for vehicle damage

by Fix MI State | May 8, 2026 | Uncategorized

This story originally appeared in My UP Now. Read more here. SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — While many Michiganders are hitting potholes this spring, one resident has been compensated for it. A Sault Ste. Marie man received $800 after a pothole caused damage on...

Michigan Department of Transportation urges driver caution as construction season begins

by Fix MI State | Apr 24, 2026 | Work Zone Safety

This article originally appeared in WSBT 22. Read more here. As road construction increases with warmer weather, officials in Michigan say something else is also likely to increase — the number of accidents involving workers on the roads. To keep everyone safe, the...

Michigan drivers can get $800 for pothole damages

by Fix MI State | Apr 3, 2026 | Roads & Bridges

This article originally appeared in MLive. Read more here.  The average cost of vehicle repairs due to poor road conditions is $800, according to the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association (MITA). To raise awareness and push for action from state...