Michigan State Transportation Commission
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| Formed | 1892 |
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| Jurisdiction | Michigan transportation programs |
| Commission executive |
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| Parent department | Michigan Department of Transportation |
| Child Commission |
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The Michigan State Transportation Commission is an agency of the U.S. state of Michigan responsible for making policies for the state's transportation programs.[1][2]
History
Michigan's first State Highway Department was created on July 1, 1905.[3](p3) The department was born out of the Good Roads Movement at the turn of the century. Bicycle enthusiasts as a part of the League of American Wheelmen pushed for better roads and streets. They also wanted to ensure that bicyclists could use these streets and roads free from interference from horsedrawn vehicles. This movement persuaded the Michigan Legislature to form the Michigan State Highway Commission in 1892.[3](p1)
In November 1978, Michigan voters approved Proposal M, which, in addition to allocating gas tax revenues, replaced the Michigan State Highway Commission with the Michigan State Transportation Commission.[4]
Activities
The Michigan State Transportation Commission establishes policy for the Michigan Department of Transportation as they relate to transportation programs, facilities, and developments.[2] The Commission develops and implements comprehensive transportation plans for the state, provides professional and technical assistance, and oversees the administration of state and federal funds allocated for transportation programs in the state.[2]
The Michigan Department of Transportation Office of Commission Audits reports to the Commission, and is charged with conducting and overseeing the Department's auditing activities.[2]
Membership
The Michigan State Transportation Commission is composed of six members, serving three-year terms, appointed by the Governor of Michigan with the advice and consent of the Michigan Senate.[1][2][5] The Constitution of Michigan requires that no more than three members be from the same political party.[2]
| Name | Hometown | Start | End |
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| Todd Wyett† | Charlevoix/Bloomfield Township | December 2010 | December 21, 2016 |
| Lynn Afendoulis | Grand Rapids | December 28, 2012 | December 21, 2018 |
| Ron Boji | Orchard Lake | October 17, 2013 | December 21, 2017 |
| Michael D. Hayes | Midland | December 28, 2011 | December 21, 2017 |
| George K. Heartwell | Newaygo | December 22, 2015 | December 21, 2018 |
| Charles F. Moser | Drummond Island | December 2010 | December 21, 2016 |
| † Chair Information from MDOT[1] | |||
References
- 1 2 3 4 Michigan Department of Transportation (n.d.). "Michigan State Transportation Commission". Michigan Department of Transportation. Retrieved March 23, 2016.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Michigan Department of Transportation (n.d.). "About the State Transportation Commission". Michigan Department of Transportation. Retrieved March 23, 2016.
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- ↑ Michigan Secretary of State (December 5, 2008). "Initiatives and Referendums under the Constitution of the State of Michigan of 1963" (PDF). Michigan Secretary of State. Retrieved March 23, 2016.
- ↑ 24 Hour News 8 Web Staff (December 23, 2015). "Heartwell to Serve on Transportation Commission". Grand Rapids, MI: WOOD-TV. Retrieved March 23, 2016.