County Road Association of Michigan

11/07/2025

❄️ For much of Michigan, the first measurable snow of the season is expected this weekend! County road agencies are ready — are you?

According to the Michigan State Police, crash calls spike during the first snow — mostly because drivers don’t slow down or leave enough space between vehicles.

🚗 Here’s how you can help keep roads safe:
• 🐢 Slow down and increase following distance.
• ⚙️ Ease off the gas and steer into a skid. Don’t slam the brakes.
• 🧣 Pack a winter kit: flashlight, blanket, batteries, and warm gear.

Stay safe, everyone! 🌨️

11/05/2025

Across Michigan, residents showed support for local road millages during the November 4 General Election, approving 100% of renewal proposals and half of new millages on local ballots.

The Michigan Legislature and Governor recently approved the largest-ever state funding increase for roads. Dollars from townships’ budgets and millages are the second-biggest source of funding for Michigan roads.

“These road millages and new state funding will leverage each other,” said CRA CEO Denise Donohue, “and will soon show up as meaningful strides on county primary and local roads.”

📄 Read our full news release: bit.ly/47YEoNB

10/31/2025

10/27/2025

Capping our workshop: A two-part session on customer service and de-escalation with Mike Wierenga, co-owner of 2 the Rescue.

10/27/2025

Wrapping up the morning session with a presentation on effective website design and a presentation by CRA CEO Denise Donohue on the 2025 Transportation Funding Package and what it means for county road agencies.

10/27/2025

Just wrapped up our opening session on tips for engaging with Legislators. Next up: Lessons learned from two county road agency managers impacted by the historic ice storm that hit Northern Michigan last March.

10/27/2025

Happening now: CRA 2025 Communications Workshop is officially underway. Looking forward to a great event!

10/24/2025

Congratulations, Dennis! Thank you for your many years of dedication and service. Well done. 👏👏

Congratulations to Mr. Dennis Sewell! He retired today from the Otsego County Road Commission with 25 years of dedicated service to the community. We wish him the best of luck in the next chapter of his life.

10/22/2025

Jean Ruestman, director of the Office of Passenger Transit for the Michigan Department of Transportation opens the day's first panel discussion at the Mileage-Based User Fee Alliance Conference in Wash., DC. CRA is there learning all we can from the dozen states, service suppliers and international speakers here. With Denise S. Donohue and Ed Noyola

10/21/2025

Fall is beautiful, but those leaves can cause problems if they block storm drains. Take a minute to clear drains near your home. A quick cleanup now can prevent flooding and roadway hazards later.

10/20/2025

☀️ Love this spotlight! Thank you, Christina, for keeping roads safe and communities connected — and for reminding everyone to drive like it’s your family behind those cones.👏

Meet Christina!

Also known as Sunshine, Christina has been with VBCRC for 4 years and LOVES to plow snow!

A mother of 2 and nanny to 4, she enjoys camping with her family, 4-wheeling, and is a huge foodie.

Christina had this to say regarding driving through work zones: "Slow down and be aware of your surroundings at all times, drive like it is your family behind the cones!"

10/15/2025

Michigan ranks among the worst states for car-deer collisions — with an estimated 2 million deer on the move.🦌 Which county has the most deer crashes? Find out here: https://ow.ly/YpUE50XbLRi

Remember, if you see one deer, there’s usually more close behind. If a crash is unavoidable:

🛑 Brake firmly
✋ Hold the wheel with both hands
➡️ Stay straight until you stop
📞 Move safely to the roadside and call for help

Using data from Michigan Traffic Facts and Michigan Department of Transportation, here's a county-by-county countdown to the states worst for car-deer related accidents.