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...

MITA calls for increased safety protections for Michigan’s road workers and drivers

by Fix MI State | Apr 15, 2024 | Press Releases & Statements, Work Zone Safety

Rob Coppersmith, executive vice president of the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association, issued the following statement following the kickoff of National Work Zone Awareness Week in Michigan: “As construction season gets underway, the safety of...

Growing Michigan Together Council urges Michigan’s leaders to take significant action to fund and fix our roads

by Fix MI State | Dec 14, 2023 | Press Releases & Statements

The Growing Michigan Together Council (GMTC) released their recommendations today following more than five months of work gathering data, listening to expert presentations, reviewing survey feedback, and collaborating with workgroups. The recommendations, with...