WHAT: The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), TRIP, a transportation research group, and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will hold a news conference to release findings from a new report.
WHO: John Horsley, executive director, AASHTO
Frank Moretti, director of policy and research, TRIP
Kirk Steudle, director, MDOT
Tony Dorsey, AASHTO
Dennis H. Gillow, treasurer,
International Union of Operating Engineers
Local 324
Staff from all organizations
Invited guests
WHEN: Friday, May 8, 2009
10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Southeast corner of Telegraph Road (M-24) and East Quarton Road
Bloomfield Township
Parking is available on the wide road shoulder
BACKGROUND: A new report by AASHTO and TRIP shows that 33 percent of the nation's major highways are rated in poor or mediocre condition. The report, "Rough Roads Ahead: Fix Them Now or Pay for It Later," shows that rough roads cost drivers hundreds of additional dollars annually in vehicle operating costs.
MDOT: Working to improve our state roads and bridges.
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