The setup for a battle over road repair funding in Michigan is done. Republican members of the Michigan House of Representatives have presented a plan which redirects money in the current budget for road repairs.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat, has proposed different taxes to help fund the upgrades.
Former Rep. Jim Haadsma, a Democrat from Battle Creek, provides his perspective on the GOP plan, including what he sees as common ground – as well as emphasizing what he views as the unknown effects of the GOP plan.
Episode Resources
Bridge Michigan: Michigan House passes GOP roads package without Democratic counter-proposal in sight
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Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.
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