As Michigan enters peak pothole season, drivers across the state are once again facing costly vehicle damage caused by deteriorating roads
To raise awareness and push for action from state leaders, Fix MI State is continuing its ‘Pothole Payback’ contest into May, offering motorists a chance to receive compensation for repairs caused by Michigan’s crumbling infrastructure.
Following a strong launch in April, which drew considerable interest from across the state, Fix MI State is proud to announce that the winners of the April contest will be notified in the coming days. Now, the contest continues through the end of May, giving even more residents the opportunity to highlight the damage Michigan’s roads are causing.
Michigan residents can submit stories and photos of pothole-related vehicle damage for a chance to win cash toward repairs. Each month, up to five winners will be selected based on the severity of the damage, with each winner receiving up to $758, the average cost of vehicle repairs due to poor road conditions, as reported in the 2024 TRIP Report.
“Michigan is heading straight for a road funding cliff that threatens thousands of construction jobs, and our leaders must take action before it’s too late,” said Rob Coppersmith, executive vice president of the Michigan Infrastructure & Transportation Association. “Our roads are crumbling, and Michiganders deserve real, lasting solutions. While the legislature fails to act, we’re shining a light on this crisis and helping families with car repairs.”
Michigan residents are encouraged to submit their pothole photos through the entry form provided by Fix MI State. Each month, the campaign will select up to five entries showing the most severe damage to receive financial assistance for repairs.
“We know the road industry is doing all it can to fix our roads given current funding and resources,” said Coppersmith. “The Pothole Payback contest is a reminder to lawmakers of the depth of Michigan’s road maintenance problems and the financial strain potholes place on drivers.”
A nine-bill road funding package passed the Michigan House of Representatives in March, and industry experts, business and community leaders, and politicians on both sides of the aisle agree that the state must pass a long-term, equitable, and sustainable road funding plan before the end of this year.
The contest submission form with more information about rules and guidelines can be found at FixMiState.org/PotholePayback
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