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President Trump Signs Executive Order Reducing Regulatory Burdens For Infrastructure Construction

The heavy construction industry for decades has raised concerns about the regulatory burdens that federal, state and local governments have inflicted upon construction companies and consultants for infrastructure construction projects.  Earlier this week, President Trump signed an executive order eliminating many federal regulations for such projects. Armed with a lengthy
Engineering

MDOT Implements Prequalificaiton Application Submittal Enhancements

Last November MDOT changed the prequalification application submittal process from a “hard copy” submittal to an electronic submittal where the application and all required documentation must be submitted via e-mail. To view the **Contractor Announcement** about this enhancement click here. As stated in the Contractor Announcement this e-mail submittal process
Membership

City of Detroit Bulk Solid Material Ordinance

MEMORANDUM TO: MITA Members FROM: Mike Nystrom, Executive Vice President RE: City of Detroit Bulk Solid Material Ordianance DATE: July 10, 2017 Many of our members have done business in the city of Detroit for over 100 years. We have employed citizens of Detroit, and we have invested in the
Membership

State Police Announce ‘Summer of Semi Safe D’ Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Operation

In an effort to reduce commercial vehicle crashes and deaths, Michigan State Police (MSP) motor carrier officers are participating in a summer long enforcement operation dubbed ‘Summer of Semi Safe D.’ Special attention will be paid to semi-tractor trailers as they were involved in 72 percent of the 2016 deadly
Engineering

MITA to Hosts Prevailing Wage Training Workshop

MITA will host a Wage and Labor Compliance Payroll Preparation Workshop on July 20, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the MITA Building.  Lunch will be included. There is no fee for this workshop so make sure to reserve your spot for this important training opportunity that will
Membership

MITA Introduces Member Milestone Advertising

Starting with the Fall 2017 Cross-Section Magazine, MITA will be recognizing member anniversaries with commemorative advertisements.  All MITA members are welcome to purchase ads to congratulate companies on their milestone achievements.   The following companies will be honored in the Fall 2017 Cross-Section Magazine:   Hoffman Brothers, Inc. (celebrating 70
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State Police Motor Carrier Officers Participating in Annual Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Operation

Beginning today, motor carrier officers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVED) will be conducting inspections at weigh station facilities and in rest area locations throughout the state with a focus on ensuring commercial motor vehicle cargo is properly secured. Running through Thursday, June 8, the
Legislative

Infrastructure Fund Sees $35 Million In State Budget & Fix MI State Campaign Recognized Nationally

Infrastructure Fund Sees $35 Million In State Budget As budget negotiations wind down between legislative leaders and the governor, the Michigan Infrastructure Fund (MIF) will see $35 million for fiscal years 2017 – 2018. Governor Rick Snyder had recommended $20 million for the fund earlier in the year, however, the
Membership

MITA Introduces Member Milestone Project

Some of the most interesting stories about MITA members surround the details of when member companies were founded, usually by grandfathers or great-grandfathers, who started their construction businesses on a shoestring budget.   MITA will begin recognizing these important milestones in the evolution of our members with commemorative ads and
Engineering

MDOT & MSP announce freeway and non-freeway corridors selected for speed limit increases

April 26, 2017 — In accordance with new state law, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Michigan State Police (MSP) have identified 900 miles of non-freeway state highways for speed limit increases to 65 mph, and 600 miles of freeway for speed limit increases to 75 mph. Select freeway
Engineering

Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority Holds Annual Public Meetings

On Friday, April 28, 2017, Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA) will hold Annual Public Meetings (APM) in Windsor and Detroit. The purpose of the APM is to share information on our operations and activities for the 2015-2016 fiscal year, and to solicit feedback from the public. The Windsor meeting will be
Legislative

Governor Announces Asset Management Pilot Program

Earlier this week, Governor Rick Snyder announced a pilot program in two areas of the state that would integrate all infrastructure in those areas under one asset management plan.  The directive announced by the Governor announced was a follow-up to the 21st Century Infrastructure Commission report that MITA Executive Vice President