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Coverage of Oakland County Road Commission in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 15 · 18:26 UTCMost recent: Jul 14 · 10:29 UTC
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  • POLITICSJul 14 · 10:29 UTCWXYZ ABC DETROIT
    'Give us something': Taking one woman's concerns of a West Bloomfield road to Oakland County Road Commission

    Teri Giannetti in West Bloomfield seeks repairs for Glen Eagles Drive, which she argues is deteriorating due to increased traffic from ambulances, school buses, and cars. The Oakland County Road Commission requires a Special Assessment District (SAD) to fund repairs, which would raise property taxes for residents. The commission acknowledges limited funding for subdivision roads but mentions potential contributions from new state road funding.

  • CRIMEJun 19 · 02:44 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Fatal bike lane crash involving Oakland County Road Commission truck prompts calls to rethink traffic design

    A 33-year-old Ferndale resident was killed in a collision with an Oakland County Road Commission truck on Woodward Avenue, sparking concerns about biker safety and traffic design. Witnesses reported the truck struck the rider in a bike lane while turning into a vacant lot, highlighting visibility challenges at intersections. Residents and officials are calling for changes to the road's design, which includes two-way bike lanes and on-street parking.

  • CRIMEJun 19 · 02:24 UTCWJBK FOX2 DETROIT
    Deadly crash involving e-bike and road commission truck

    A deadly crash occurred between an e-bike and an Oakland County Road Commission truck. An investigation is ongoing.

  • CRIMEJun 18 · 20:08 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Cyclist killed in crash involving Oakland County Road Commission vehicle in Ferndale

    A cyclist was killed in a crash involving an Oakland County Road Commission vehicle on northbound Woodward Avenue near College Street in Ferndale. The incident occurred just after 1 p.m., and the intersection remains closed as the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office investigates.

  • POLITICSJun 15 · 18:26 UTCMICHIGAN ADVANCE
    Oakland County road commission temporarily removes ‘Voices for Palestinians’ Adopt-A-Road sign

    Oakland County road commission removed two 'Voices for Palestinians' Adopt-A-Road signs near a synagogue in West Bloomfield Township following concerns from officials and community members. The signs were taken down 'in the interest of safety' after Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter criticized their placement near the site of a March synagogue attack attributed to Hezbollah. The Road Commission, which operates independently, stated the signs were removed to avoid causing fear or anxiety.

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