Oct 8, 2010 | Legislative
Many MITA members and legislators have asked in recent weeks exactly what transportation funding bills the association is pursuing during lame duck session. Although bills are likely to be amended and added as the process moves forward, MITA staff wanted to share with...
Sep 29, 2010 | Legislative
The Michigan Department of Transportation budget was approved today and sent to the governor for her signature. The bill assures that Michigan will not lose our $475 million in federal match money by borrowing $40 million for one year, but the Legislature has once...
Sep 23, 2010 | Legislative
Every year the Department of Natural Resources and Environment (DNRE) identifies a proposed fundable range for State Revolving Fund projects; holds a public meeting, and then announces via a press release what the fundable range will be for the coming fiscal year....
Sep 10, 2010 | Legislative
This week President Obama called on Congress to approve a new round of road and bridge investment as part of a continuing effort to jump-start the nation’s economy. While details have still not been provided, the $50 billion investment plan would be of similar...
Sep 3, 2010 | Legislative
Yesterday, Gov. Granholm held a ceremonial bill signing for bills designed to bolster greater use of sidewalks and bike paths. Under the “Complete Streets” legislation (HB 6151-6152), road agencies would be required to consider efficient movement of people and goods...
Aug 4, 2010 | Legislative
You win some, you lose some. That’s what happens in every election and last night was no exception. By now you all know, Virg Bernero and Rick “The Nerd” Snyder are the nominees for governor. On the Democrat side, it looks like the old guard labor union establishment...