12/12/13 - State officials are hoping to hear from the public later today about proposed improvements along two busy corridors in the Ann Arbor and Brighton areas. The Michigan Department of Transportation is looking to upgrade US-23 and M-14, north of Ann Arbor. Spokeswoman Kari Arend tells WHMI theyâre seeking overall input on the proposed project hope to hear comments from the public. Todayâs meeting is scheduled from 4â7pm at the Northfield Township Hall on Main Street. The project is estimated at over $60 (m) million in the preliminary phase and would involve pavement repairs, bridge replacement and ramp improvements. MDOT is also considering installing a new type of traffic management system that would serve as a short term solution to help alleviate peak-hour congestion along the corridor. The system would allow traffic to utilize upgraded median shoulders from essentially M-14 to M-36 on US-23 when traffic volumes are higher during the morning or evening rush or if thereâs an emergency incident. Interested residents, businesses, commuters and other stakeholders are encouraged to attend and will be able to meet MDOT staff, view displays and learn more about the plans. There will be formal presentations made at both 4pm and 6pm but the remainder of the meeting will be in open house-style format. More information about the project plans and public meeting can be found in the attachments below. (JM)
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