Congressman Andy Levin (MI-09) announced that the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure has included funding of over $20 million for his requested member designated projects in the upcoming INVEST in America Act. Each project represents a proposal from jurisdictions in Michigan's Ninth District to fund local infrastructure.
"I'm thrilled to have had the opportunity to advocate for these transportation and infrastructure projects, each of which will provide tangible benefits to our residents," said Rep. Levin. "The people of Macomb and Oakland deserve safe, navigable roads. These projects will not only improve infrastructure in our communities, but also create jobs in our communities."
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure will consider the INVEST in America Act on June 9.
Rep. Levin's six approved member designated projects are:
Mound Road Industrial Corridor Technology and Innovation Project – Macomb County – $11,000,000
The federal funds requested would be used for planning and final design of the Mound Road/Detroit Arsenal Connector Project, which is part of a larger project to reconstruct 9 miles of Mound Road from its intersection with Interstate 696 (at 10 Mile Road) to the intersection with State Route M-59. Mound Road is a heavily traveled, 30-year-old highway that is in urgent need of reconstruction and repaving. Without significant reconstruction, the roadway will be unable to service existing demand, resulting in slower traffic, increased congestion and more frequent vehicular accidents.
Kelly Road – City of Fraser – $3,500,000
This project entails the reconstruction of Kelly Road between 14 Mile Road and 15 Mile Road. In addition, the communities will add sidewalks along both sides of the road, reducing flooding and improving drainage. This roadway has experienced advanced deterioration, which is impacting local businesses' ability to transport manufactured goods effectively. The improved roadway surface will benefit the surrounding industrial, commercial, and residential neighborhoods with improved transportation reliability, reduced vehicle emissions, and reduced noise pollution. Further, the addition of sidewalks will reduce the potential for pedestrian crashes, of which there have been two in the last three years.
14 Mile Road – City of Roseville – $3,100,000
This project will consist of substantial resurfacing, correcting base failures, improving drainage, adding curbs where needed, and improving shoulders. Clinton Township has also committed to the replacement of an aging water main along the corridor. This road is a major east-west corridor into the adjacent Cities of Fraser and St. Clair Shores. This project will address the roadway surface condition for improved rideability, which will result in reduced vehicle emissions and reduced noise pollution. The project will also improve roadway drainage and bring many elements of roadway geometric design to current standards, improving safety. As 14 Mile Road is a SMART bus route, this project will improve transit service, reduce wear and tear on transit vehicles and upgrade bus stops to meet ADA requirements. Finally, this project invests in the residential neighborhoods along the northern half of the roadway, which are considered low-moderate income.
14 Mile Rd. Rehabilitation, Lahser to Evergreen – City of Beverly Hills – $1,208,080
This project will improve a critical connection between the Village of Beverly Hills, Bloomfield Township, and the City of Birmingham. The project's goal is to improve safety and extend the pavement's useful life through partial reconstruction. Removing the existing pavement surface and repairing any base issues found will provide the repair's maximum service life, maximizing the return on the money spent. This road provides access to vital community services and recreation, including two schools.
Hubbard Street Rehabilitation – City of Mount Clemens – $942,400
This project consists of 0.5 miles of full depth road concrete pavement repairs, base course repairs, concrete curb and gutter repairs, drainage structure adjustment and repairs, sidewalk ramp improvements, permanent pavement markings, and related work. The goal of this project is to repair infrastructure, above and below ground, vital to continuing commercial activity and providing continued accessibility to residential areas in Mount Clemens.
10 Mile Signal Modernization – City of Center Line – $550,068
This project consists of improvements to traffic signals, pavement markings, and signage at a busy intersection to reduce danger to pedestrians and drivers. These improvements will help make transportation much safer in this area, particularly for pedestrians. Theses intersections are very near to a subsidized senior housing building as well as apartment buildings that house some of the lower income residents of Center Line.
Source:https://andylevin.house.gov/media/press-releases/levin-projects-totaling-over-20m-included-upcoming-transportation
