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MDOT has issued a memorandum defining the construction suspension periods for the 2026 Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day holidays. Please click here to view the MDOT memorandum. If you have any questions, please contact any member of the MITA engineering team: Rachelle VanDeventer | rachellevandeventer@thinkmita.org Jeremiah Leyba |
This is your reminder for the MITA Safety Directors Meeting, which will be held during the Michigan Safety Conference on Tuesday, April 14, from 12:30–1:30 PM. Safety directors are encouraged to attend and take part in this opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals, discuss current safety topics including damage
Effective Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00 am, weight restrictions will be lifted from the southern Michigan border north to and including US-10 in Ludington, Mason County from the M-116 intersection then east to M-66 in Osceola County then north to M-61 in Osceola County then east to US-23 in
Pothole Payback Michigan drivers can get $800 for pothole damages (MLive, 4/1/26) Michigan ‘Pothole Payback’ Contest Begins; Highlights Vehicle Damage (Radio Results Network, 4/1/26) Michigan contest launches to pay drivers for pothole damage (WILX, 4/2/26) Drivers in Michigan can receive payouts for pothole damage (WLAV, 4/2/26) Snap a pothole damage pic, win up to
The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released preliminary data comparing complaint activity from the first quarter of 2025 to the same timeframe in 2026. The numbers show a sharp increase: 4 complaints filed through March 25, 2025, compared to 30 filed through March 25, 2026. At first glance, that
Potholes Wayne County township calls potholes ’emergency.’ Here’s why (Detroit Free Press, 3/26/26) Viral video of Dearborn Heights man fixing pothole catches city’s attention (CBS News Detroit, 3/23/26) Work Zones Road projects across Mid-Michigan to affect drivers (ABC 12 News, 3/23/26)
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Gene Boddy on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Ron was a proud member of the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters Local 687 and served as Vice President and part owner of Boddy Construction Co., Inc. Working side by side
Effective Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:00 am, weight restrictions will be lifted from the southern Michigan border north to and including US-10 in Ludington, Mason County from the M-116 intersection then east to US-127 in Clare County then south to US-10 in Clare County then East on US-10 to
Michigan excavators rely on the MISS DIG 811 system to ensure underground utilities are properly located before excavation begins. A new Positive Response code — 005: Ongoing Coordination — will soon be implemented, and it is important for MITA members to understand what it means and how to properly manage
Roads Potholes are so bad in Michigan township that a public safety emergency has been declared (FOX 2 Detroit, 3/9/26) Pothole season in Michigan: 3 ways to protect your car from damage (Local 4 Detroit, 3/9/26) Metro Detroit road experts discuss possible solutions to fix ongoing pothole issue (Local 4 Detroit, 3/11/26) Bills
We are excited to announce that the MITA Scholarship Fund is now accepting applications for 2026! This scholarship fund is designed to provide financial support to students pursuing careers in the heavy construction industry. Important Dates: March – Applications Open April 30 – Final Deadline (Late applications will NOT be
Effective 6:00AM Monday, March 9th, 2026 weight restrictions will be lifted on all state trunkline highways from the southern Michigan border north to and including the following route beginning on M-43 in the City of South Haven, then east on M-43 to US-131 in Kalamazoo County, then south on US-131
