MARQUETTE – The Michigan Department of Transportation invites the public to participate in a survey on transportation safety across the state. This survey is part of MDOT’s initiative to update the Strategic Highway Safety Plan and Vulnerable Road User Safety Assessment. The SHSP and VRUSA advance roadway safety for all roadway users and provide the framework to reduce traffic crashes, which will help eliminate fatalities and serious injuries on our roadways. The survey is available through March 15.

Who: 
Michigan residents Community stakeholders 
Local businesses

When: 
Jan. 29 – March 15

Where: 
Road safety survey

Accessibility: 
Those who require mobility, visual, hearing, written or other assistance for effective participation should contact Orlando Curry at 517-241-7462 or CurryO@Michigan.gov. Forms are located on the Title VI webpage.

Background: 
The development of the SHSP is spearheaded by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Advisory Commission in coordination with public and private stakeholders. The SHSP is a data-driven, four-year comprehensive plan that identifies key safety needs and guides investment decisions to eliminate highway fatalities and serious injuries. It allows all highway safety programs to work together to align and leverage resources.

Public Input: 
In addition to the survey, input on the SHSP and VRUSA can also be shared by email or U.S. mail to: 
Monica Monsma 
MDOT Environmental Services Section 
425 West Ottawa St., 
P.O. Box 30050  
Lansing, Michigan 48909.