Bulletins

Engineering

UPDATE: MDOT Bid Results Download Interruptions

If you are a MITA member who bids on projects in the MDOT arena, you will know that on Friday, February 7th, MDOT experienced another frustrating interruption in their download of the bid results from that day’s bid letting. Unfortunately, this is not the first bid download interruption MDOT has
Membership

In Memoriam – Russel Wayne Simon

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Russel Wayne Simon, a 2010 MITA Honorary Member. He was 90 years old. Wayne was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Etta Mooney Simon and Galen R. Simon.  He graduated from Ft. Wayne Northside High School, where he played basketball
Uncategorized

Don’t Forget to Post Your MIOSHA Recordkeeping Forms!

MITA is reminding its members of the MIOSHA reporting requirement to post the MIOSHA Form 300A (Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses) from February 1 to April 30, 2019. Below is the link for you to download MIOSHA forms. The forms were developed in accordance with federal changes in recordkeeping.
Legislative

Governor Proposes $130 Million for Underground Infrastructure in Budget Presentation

On Thursday, February 6, Governor Whitmer gave her constitutionally required budget recommendations for fiscal year 2020 – 2021 to a House and Senate Joint Committee on Appropriations.  The Legislature will discuss and debate all of her recommendations over the next few months and come up with their own negotiated budgets.  Similar to
Membership

Consumers Energy to Pay $545K in MISS DIG Violations Settlement

The MPSC today approved a settlement agreement in which Consumers Energy Co. will pay $545,000 over violations of the MISS DIG Underground Facility Damage Prevention and Safety Act. The utility also agreed to implement new procedures and other steps to ensure compliance with the MISS DIG 811 law that governs
Legislative

Governor Rolls Out $3.5 Billion in Projects

Governor Gretchen Whitmer gave her second State of the State address last night, and, much like her first address, road funding was a major topic of discussion. After a year of failed negotiations with the Republican-controlled Legislature, the Governor decided to take matters into her own hands by using her
Membership

MITA Scholarship Fund Now Accepting Applicants for 2020-2021 Academic Year!

The MITA Scholarship Fund is currently accepting applications for the 2020-2021 academic year! All future and current students looking to pursue a career in the heavy/highway construction industry are strongly encouraged to apply. The MITA Board of Directors Scholarship Fund Committee will consider all COMPLETE applications that are received by
Engineering, Membership

Spring Weight Restrictions … May Be Coming Soon!

With the recent warm temperatures and rainfall, MDOT has informed MITA that they are now monitoring frost depths statewide and that Spring Weight Restrictions could be imposed within the next couple of weeks. County road agencies are also monitoring frost conditions for implementing weight restrictions on roads under their jurisdictions.
Workforce Development

Gaylord Herald Times: GHS offers heavy equipment mechanic and operator class

Gaylord Herald Times Gaylord High School has a new class on the roster this school year thanks to a partnership between the school district and regional businesses aiming to further connections with youth and skilled trades. Brian Pearson, Gaylord Community Schools superintendent, said in an email that the district applied
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STOLEN EQUIPMENT NOTICE

RBV Contracting has reported that multiple Trimble GPS units and accessories were stolen out of their building between the evening of Thursday, December 26 at 6:30 p.m. and 2:30 a.m. on Friday, December 27, 2019.  The building is located at 990 Oakman Blvd in Detroit, MI.  The Detroit Police Department has
Membership

URGENT: Update Your MITA Contact E-mails Today

Please be advised that MITA’s old email domain, which was mi-ita.com, has been permanently shutdown and email addresses using that domain will no longer be forwarded to MITA staff. This officially took effect on December 29, 2019. Any emails sent to any staff address on or after that date with
Membership

In Memoriam – Don Scharg

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Don Scharg, attorney at Bodman PLC, as well as long-time legal counsel and friend of MITA and the industry on December 22, 2019. He was 66 years old. Don was a gentle giant, a great attorney and an even