Keeping people safe on both sides of the barrel: A new bill wants to keep people aware of work zone speeds

by Fix MI State | Jun 7, 2024 | Work Zone Safety

This article originally appeared in FOX 47 News. Read more here.  Orange cones and signs are just about everywhere these days. A bill working itself out of the capitol may keep a closer eye on how fast you’re going through these construction zones. “Of the...

MDOT and Michigan State Police team up to promote construction worker safety

by Fix MI State | May 17, 2024 | Work Zone Safety

This story originally appeared in 9 and 10 News. Read more here. “This is their office,” says Sgt. Ashley Miller with the Michigan State Police. “So every day they have to come in and they’re just hoping to make it home safe that day.” Construction season is here and...

Lawmakers consider road usage tax to replace gas tax

by Fix MI State | May 17, 2024 | Roads & Bridges

This article originally appeared in 9 and 10 News. Read more here.  Michigan lawmakers are considering a future-proof way to raise funds for road maintenance. A mileage tax, also known as a road use tax, collects revenue by determining how many miles each driver...

Gov. Whitmer Signs Executive Directive to Train 5,000 Infrastructure Workers

by Fix MI State | May 2, 2024 | Roads & Bridges

This release is from the Executive Office of the Governor. Read more here.  PONTIAC, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Directive 2024-1 to help train 5,000 new infrastructure workers, who will each earn an industry-recognized certificate or credential...

Speakers address work being done to improve work zone safety

by Fix MI State | Apr 19, 2024 | Work Zone Safety

This story originally appeared in WNEM 5 News. Read more here.  Those making remarks at a National Work Zone Awareness Week event in mid-Michigan did more than raise awareness; they also spoke about actions they’re taking to make work zones safer. “We think we have...