Report Shows Big Improvement in Missouri Roads
Missouri's rank in overall performance of its state highway system jumped 11 spots in one year, from 28th in 2004 to 17th in 2005, according to figures released recently by the Reason Foundation - the second-largest increase in the nation, trailing only Nevada. Report
TRIP Report Cites Road Improvements, Funding Concerns
Another national report, this one by TRIP, shows Missouri has made significant highway improvements with the money provided by Amendment 3, but additional funding is still needed to tackle projects that would ease congestion, make highways safer and promote economic development. TRIP
It’s Almost Show Time for the 2007 Missouri State Fair
It’s Show Time is the theme for this year’s Missouri State Fair, which will run from Aug. 9-19 in Sedalia. MoDOT is also planning a big show at the fair. The Transportation Exposition Center will feature several displays including one for the Safe & Sound Bridge Improvement Program and the 20th anniversary of the Missouri Adopt-A-Highway program. Show Time
Perfect Storm Brewing in Transportation
By MoDOT Director Pete Rahn
A “perfect storm” is taking shape for the funding of Missouri’s highways. Three negative factors are potentially coming together to cause the investment in roads and bridges to fall off a cliff beginning in 2010 – leaving too little money to sufficiently maintain our highways, much less address congestion, safety and economic development concerns. Storm
Five Things to Know About MoDOT’s Radical Cost Controls
The work MoDOT does is constantly in the public eye, so it’s not unusual for people to have questions. Here are five things you can tell your neighbors about ways MoDOT is controlling costs. Costs
Teens Focus on Traffic Safety Issues
High school students from around the state will be gathering soon for the Team Spirit Leadership Training Conference, a program that challenges students to explore knowledge, attitudes and behaviors related to driving habits among their peers. Team
High School Students Challenged to Buckle Up
The Battle of the Belt challenge for 2007 is coming soon! The popular high school seat belt challenge will run Sept. 6 - Dec. 31, and is sponsored by the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety and American Family Insurance. BOTB
MoDOT Needs You
The department now has an online Web page that lists professional services, equipment and supplies that it needs, and you have the opportunity to provide these if your bid is chosen. Everything from installing guard rail to providing coveralls and safety glasses is needed. Bidding with MoDOT
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