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Michigan Department of Transportation
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), which is responsible for overseeing the operation of the U.S. side of the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron, has proposed a toll rate increase, which would go into effect Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010.

The proposed toll rates are required to meet the long-term financial needs of t...he bridge based on forecasted traffic and anticipated future expenditures.

Currently the Blue Water Bridge toll is the lowest passenger bridge crossing ($1.50) and the second-lowest commercial fare ($1.75) on the U.S./Ontario, Canada border. The proposed increases would bring the U.S. toll into alignment with those charged by the Blue Water Bridge Canada, yet still remain within the regional average for bridges on the U.S./Ontario, Canada border.

Based on the traffic patterns over the last three years, MDOT estimates increasing the tolls to $3.00 (passenger) and $3.25 (commercial, per axle) will raise an additional $8 to $10 million annually. These funds will be used to preserve the existing bridge assets and improve traffic operations on the Blue Water Bridge, the plaza, and the approaching roadways. The Blue Water Bridge has many upcoming preservation and long-term maintenance needs, including bridge painting and redecking both spans of the bridge. Some costs associated with the upcoming bridge plaza project will be covered by the proposed increased revenue as well.

The price of commuter tokens will remain the same. Twenty tokens can be purchased in Canada for $40 and used on either side of the bridge.

"MDOT is sensitive to local residents' concerns. In order to minimize the impact on local commuters, we will keep the commuter token price the same," said Michael Szuch, Blue Water Bridge manager. "Our goal is to remain one of the most reasonably priced crossings on the U.S./Canada border and to be in alignment with the Blue Water Bridge Canada."

Public hearings to be held in early December will allow interested parties an opportunity to review and comment on the toll proposals. The hearings are scheduled for 1-3 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the MDOT Lansing Transportation Service Center, 3101 Technology Blvd., Lansing; Wednesday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. - noon, at the Travel Information Centre, 1455 Venetian Blvd., Point Edward, Ont.; and Wednesday, Dec. 2, 3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., at the Port Huron Municipal Building, 100 McMorran Blvd., Port Huron.

In addition, written statements, faxes, and e-mails in place of, or in addition to, oral statements made at the public hearing may be submitted to: Robert H. Parsons, public involvement and hearings officer, Bureau of Transportation Planning, MDOT, P.O. Box 30050, Lansing, MI 48909, e-mail at parsonsb@michigan.gov, or fax 517-373-9255. All written comments should be postmarked on or before Dec. 16, 2009.

Additional information on the proposal is available on the Blue Water Bridge Web site at www.michigan.gov/bluewaterbridge and at the Blue Water Bridge Administration Office, third floor, 1410 Elmwood St., Port Huron.
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Time:6:00PM Wednesday, December 2nd
Location:Port Huron Municipal Building
Michigan Department of Transportation

Michigan Department of Transportation
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), which is responsible for overseeing the operation of the U.S. side of the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron, has proposed a toll rate increase, which would go into effect Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010.

The proposed toll rates are required to meet the long-term financial needs of t...he bridge based on forecasted traffic and anticipated future expenditures.

Currently the Blue Water Bridge toll is the lowest passenger bridge crossing ($1.50) and the second-lowest commercial fare ($1.75) on the U.S./Ontario, Canada border. The proposed increases would bring the U.S. toll into alignment with those charged by the Blue Water Bridge Canada, yet still remain within the regional average for bridges on the U.S./Ontario, Canada border.

Based on the traffic patterns over the last three years, MDOT estimates increasing the tolls to $3.00 (passenger) and $3.25 (commercial, per axle) will raise an additional $8 to $10 million annually. These funds will be used to preserve the existing bridge assets and improve traffic operations on the Blue Water Bridge, the plaza, and the approaching roadways. The Blue Water Bridge has many upcoming preservation and long-term maintenance needs, including bridge painting and redecking both spans of the bridge. Some costs associated with the upcoming bridge plaza project will be covered by the proposed increased revenue as well.

The price of commuter tokens will remain the same. Twenty tokens can be purchased in Canada for $40 and used on either side of the bridge.

"MDOT is sensitive to local residents' concerns. In order to minimize the impact on local commuters, we will keep the commuter token price the same," said Michael Szuch, Blue Water Bridge manager. "Our goal is to remain one of the most reasonably priced crossings on the U.S./Canada border and to be in alignment with the Blue Water Bridge Canada."

Public hearings to be held in early December will allow interested parties an opportunity to review and comment on the toll proposals. The hearings are scheduled for 1-3 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the MDOT Lansing Transportation Service Center, 3101 Technology Blvd., Lansing; Wednesday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. - noon, at the Travel Information Centre, 1455 Venetian Blvd., Point Edward, Ont.; and Wednesday, Dec. 2, 3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., at the Port Huron Municipal Building, 100 McMorran Blvd., Port Huron.

In addition, written statements, faxes, and e-mails in place of, or in addition to, oral statements made at the public hearing may be submitted to: Robert H. Parsons, public involvement and hearings officer, Bureau of Transportation Planning, MDOT, P.O. Box 30050, Lansing, MI 48909, e-mail at parsonsb@michigan.gov, or fax 517-373-9255. All written comments should be postmarked on or before Dec. 16, 2009.

Additional information on the proposal is available on the Blue Water Bridge Web site at www.michigan.gov/bluewaterbridge and at the Blue Water Bridge Administration Office, third floor, 1410 Elmwood St., Port Huron.
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Time:3:00PM Wednesday, December 2nd
Location:Port Huron Municipal Building
Michigan Department of Transportation

Michigan Department of Transportation
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), which is responsible for overseeing the operation of the U.S. side of the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron, has proposed a toll rate increase, which would go into effect Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010.

The proposed toll rates are required to meet the long-term financial needs of t...he bridge based on forecasted traffic and anticipated future expenditures.

Currently the Blue Water Bridge toll is the lowest passenger bridge crossing ($1.50) and the second-lowest commercial fare ($1.75) on the U.S./Ontario, Canada border. The proposed increases would bring the U.S. toll into alignment with those charged by the Blue Water Bridge Canada, yet still remain within the regional average for bridges on the U.S./Ontario, Canada border.

Based on the traffic patterns over the last three years, MDOT estimates increasing the tolls to $3.00 (passenger) and $3.25 (commercial, per axle) will raise an additional $8 to $10 million annually. These funds will be used to preserve the existing bridge assets and improve traffic operations on the Blue Water Bridge, the plaza, and the approaching roadways. The Blue Water Bridge has many upcoming preservation and long-term maintenance needs, including bridge painting and redecking both spans of the bridge. Some costs associated with the upcoming bridge plaza project will be covered by the proposed increased revenue as well.

The price of commuter tokens will remain the same. Twenty tokens can be purchased in Canada for $40 and used on either side of the bridge.

"MDOT is sensitive to local residents' concerns. In order to minimize the impact on local commuters, we will keep the commuter token price the same," said Michael Szuch, Blue Water Bridge manager. "Our goal is to remain one of the most reasonably priced crossings on the U.S./Canada border and to be in alignment with the Blue Water Bridge Canada."

Public hearings to be held in early December will allow interested parties an opportunity to review and comment on the toll proposals. The hearings are scheduled for 1-3 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the MDOT Lansing Transportation Service Center, 3101 Technology Blvd., Lansing; Wednesday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. - noon, at the Travel Information Centre, 1455 Venetian Blvd., Point Edward, Ont.; and Wednesday, Dec. 2, 3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., at the Port Huron Municipal Building, 100 McMorran Blvd., Port Huron.

In addition, written statements, faxes, and e-mails in place of, or in addition to, oral statements made at the public hearing may be submitted to: Robert H. Parsons, public involvement and hearings officer, Bureau of Transportation Planning, MDOT, P.O. Box 30050, Lansing, MI 48909, e-mail at parsonsb@michigan.gov, or fax 517-373-9255. All written comments should be postmarked on or before Dec. 16, 2009.

Additional information on the proposal is available on the Blue Water Bridge Web site at www.michigan.gov/bluewaterbridge and at the Blue Water Bridge Administration Office, third floor, 1410 Elmwood St., Port Huron.
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Time:10:00AM Wednesday, December 2nd
Location:Travel Information Centre
Michigan Department of Transportation

Michigan Department of Transportation
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), which is responsible for overseeing the operation of the U.S. side of the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron, has proposed a toll rate increase, which would go into effect Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010.

The proposed toll rates are required to meet the long-term financial needs of t...he bridge based on forecasted traffic and anticipated future expenditures.

Currently the Blue Water Bridge toll is the lowest passenger bridge crossing ($1.50) and the second-lowest commercial fare ($1.75) on the U.S./Ontario, Canada border. The proposed increases would bring the U.S. toll into alignment with those charged by the Blue Water Bridge Canada, yet still remain within the regional average for bridges on the U.S./Ontario, Canada border.

Based on the traffic patterns over the last three years, MDOT estimates increasing the tolls to $3.00 (passenger) and $3.25 (commercial, per axle) will raise an additional $8 to $10 million annually. These funds will be used to preserve the existing bridge assets and improve traffic operations on the Blue Water Bridge, the plaza, and the approaching roadways. The Blue Water Bridge has many upcoming preservation and long-term maintenance needs, including bridge painting and redecking both spans of the bridge. Some costs associated with the upcoming bridge plaza project will be covered by the proposed increased revenue as well.

The price of commuter tokens will remain the same. Twenty tokens can be purchased in Canada for $40 and used on either side of the bridge.

"MDOT is sensitive to local residents' concerns. In order to minimize the impact on local commuters, we will keep the commuter token price the same," said Michael Szuch, Blue Water Bridge manager. "Our goal is to remain one of the most reasonably priced crossings on the U.S./Canada border and to be in alignment with the Blue Water Bridge Canada."

Public hearings to be held in early December will allow interested parties an opportunity to review and comment on the toll proposals. The hearings are scheduled for 1-3 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the MDOT Lansing Transportation Service Center, 3101 Technology Blvd., Lansing; Wednesday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. - noon, at the Travel Information Centre, 1455 Venetian Blvd., Point Edward, Ont.; and Wednesday, Dec. 2, 3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., at the Port Huron Municipal Building, 100 McMorran Blvd., Port Huron.

In addition, written statements, faxes, and e-mails in place of, or in addition to, oral statements made at the public hearing may be submitted to: Robert H. Parsons, public involvement and hearings officer, Bureau of Transportation Planning, MDOT, P.O. Box 30050, Lansing, MI 48909, e-mail at parsonsb@michigan.gov, or fax 517-373-9255. All written comments should be postmarked on or before Dec. 16, 2009.

Additional information on the proposal is available on the Blue Water Bridge Web site at www.michigan.gov/bluewaterbridge and at the Blue Water Bridge Administration Office, third floor, 1410 Elmwood St., Port Huron.
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Time:1:00PM Tuesday, December 1st
Location:MDOT Lansing Transportation Service Center
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Michigan Department of Transportation Get to you holiday destination as quickly and as safe as possible this week - use Mi Drive to plan your tip!

Source: www.michigan.gov
MDOT Michigan Driving Information - Mi Drive: Road and Traffic Information. Current traffic conditions, weather alerts, laws and licensing, trucker information, fares, maps, roadsides, rest areas, roadside attractions,Construction Project information.
Michigan Department of Transportation

Michigan Department of Transportation
MDOT will be rebuilding M-140 (Main Street) from Dan Smith Road to the Watervliet Township Hall in the city of Watervliet and Watervliet Township. The $7 million project is scheduled to begin April 2010 and is expected to be completed at the end of 2011. Improvements include water main and drainage work, new intersecti...ons, and sidewalk and traffic signal upgrades. MDOT staff will be available to receive comments and answer questions about the project.Read More

Time:3:00PM Thursday, December 3rd
Location:Watervliet City Hall
Michigan Department of Transportation
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Michigan Department of Transportation

Michigan Department of Transportation
Open house-style meeting to inform the public on the upcoming reconstruction of I-696/I-94 interchange in Macomb County. Attendees will be able to view project details and have their questions answered by Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and consulting staff.

MDOT will be reconstructing the interchange of I-...94/I-696 near the Roseville/St. Clair Shores border. The work is scheduled to begin next summer and be completed in late 2010.

Included in this $30 million project is the rehabilitation of the bridges located within the interchange, freeway lighting upgrades and landscaping. During construction, one lane will be maintained on the existing two-lane freeway-to-freeway ramps, while lane closures will occur on I-696 and I-94 at various times throughout the project.
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Time:4:00PM Tuesday, November 24th
Location:Roseville City Hall
Michigan Department of Transportation
November 20, 2009 -- The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced that small urban areas in 25 Michigan counties will receive more than $8 million in FY 2011 for projects that range from rebuilding roads to purchasing buses.
Michigan Department of Transportation
November 19, 2009 -- After a 30-year career with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), Brian W. Ness soon will be the state transportation director in Idaho...
Michigan Department of Transportation
November 17, 2009 -- The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is offering a free hands-on educational program for middle/high school students in science, math and social science classes.
Michigan Department of Transportation
November 20, 2009 -- The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced that small urban areas in 25 Michigan counties will receive more than $8 million in FY 2011 for projects that range from rebuilding roads to purchasing buses.
Michigan Department of Transportation

Michigan Department of Transportation
The International Bridge Administration (IBA) is holding a public open house to present design plans for the potential toll plaza redevelopment project to customers and stakeholder groups. The goal of the project is to improve traffic safety and operational efficiency by addressing current traffic flow concerns due to ...the close proximity of the U.S. Customs booths to the IBA toll booths. The project would also improve traffic processing in the toll plaza with an increase in the number of toll booths available to our customers. Proposed plans being developed as part of the design phase will be displayed at the open house and IBA staff will be available to answer questions. The construction phase of this project will require Sault Ste. Marie Bridge Authority Board approval to proceed based on the availability of sufficient toll revenue as projected in the Five Year Business Plan.Read More

Time:4:00PM Tuesday, December 1st
Location:Crow's Nest, Cisler Center, LSSU
Michigan Department of Transportation
November 20, 2009 -- The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced that small urban areas in 25 Michigan counties will receive more than $8 million in FY 2011 for projects that range from rebuilding roads to purchasing buses.
Michigan Department of Transportation

Michigan Department of Transportation 342,057 vehicles crossed the Mackinac Bridge during the month of October. With the busiest travelling day of the year (Thanksgiving) just days away, it may be a good bet that November's numbers will surpass October's.

Check out the Mackinac Bridge Cam here:

Source: www.michigan.gov
Michigan Department of Transportation - The Mackinac Bridge is the longest suspension bridge in the western hemisphere and a favorite landmark in the State of Michigan. The Mackinac Bridge connects the upper and lower peninsulas of Michigan. ...
Mathew Poynter
Mathew Poynter
Makes sense, its the only way into the UP.
Sat at 5:46am