Feb 25, 2016: Sun Herald: Legislators talk gas tax increase to repair roads, bridges
The joint House-Senate committee heard a presentation from the Mississippi Economic Council Thursday that called for $375 million a year to meet the repair needs. The committee heard from state transportation head Melinda McGrath earlier this month. She called for $526 million more a year to repair more than one-third of highways and nearly one-fourth of bridges in the state.
The joint House-Senate committee heard a presentation from the Mississippi Economic Council Thursday that called for $375 million a year to meet the repair needs. The committee heard from state transportation head Melinda McGrath earlier this month. She called for $526 million more a year to repair more than one-third of highways and nearly one-fourth of bridges in the state.
Feb 17, 2016: MBJ: Lawmakers consider tax increases for transportation repairs
Transportation head Melinda McGrath told legislators Wednesday the department needs $526 million more to repair more than one-third of highways and more than one-fifth of bridges in the state. She said costs for the repairs will only increase as long as repairs are delayed. McGrath asked legislators for at least $100 million each year for the next five years.
Transportation head Melinda McGrath told legislators Wednesday the department needs $526 million more to repair more than one-third of highways and more than one-fifth of bridges in the state. She said costs for the repairs will only increase as long as repairs are delayed. McGrath asked legislators for at least $100 million each year for the next five years.
Jan 11, 2016: WLOX: MDOT searching for oldest living former employee
"Our transportation system has greatly evolved over this time, and we want to show Mississippians how far it’s come and where the future is taking us," MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath said.
"Our transportation system has greatly evolved over this time, and we want to show Mississippians how far it’s come and where the future is taking us," MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath said.
June 5, 2015: WDAM: Mississippi Legislature approves new scenic byways
“The Mississippi Scenic Byways Program showcases the natural beauty and history of our state,” said MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath. “The towns along these byways provide a glimpse into Mississippi's past and are a vital part of our state's future. Travelers will experience history firsthand as they travel along the routes and through the towns of our scenic byways.”
“The Mississippi Scenic Byways Program showcases the natural beauty and history of our state,” said MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath. “The towns along these byways provide a glimpse into Mississippi's past and are a vital part of our state's future. Travelers will experience history firsthand as they travel along the routes and through the towns of our scenic byways.”
May 4, 2015: WLOX: Survey: States spent $1B-plus to clear winter snow and ice
"Normally we don't budget for ice and snow because we don't get it that often," said Melinda McGrath, executive director of the Mississippi Department of Transportation. But recent winters have brought several dangerous ice storms to the south, and this year Mississippi spent $3.1 million, used 887 tons of salt and devoted 64,704 work hours to keep state roads safe.
"Normally we don't budget for ice and snow because we don't get it that often," said Melinda McGrath, executive director of the Mississippi Department of Transportation. But recent winters have brought several dangerous ice storms to the south, and this year Mississippi spent $3.1 million, used 887 tons of salt and devoted 64,704 work hours to keep state roads safe.
Apr 24, 2015: MBJ: Bids on reworking Interstate 55 stretch are rejected
“After reviewing bids received April 17, it was determined the lowest bid had several major errors and could not be awarded,” MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath said Friday in a news release. “The other bids greatly exceeded the state’s estimate and were not viable options.”
“After reviewing bids received April 17, it was determined the lowest bid had several major errors and could not be awarded,” MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath said Friday in a news release. “The other bids greatly exceeded the state’s estimate and were not viable options.”
Mar 23, 2015: MDOT: MDOT to Participate in Work Zone Awareness Week March 23-27
“There are several safety features our engineers and road crews install when setting up work zones including visual cues such as signs, orange cones and flag people that are strategically placed well in advance of the work zone and are intended to provide motorists with enough time to reach to the changing conditions,” said MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath. “We ask that motorists acknowledge these advance warnings, stay alert and slow down when approaching and traveling through work zones.”
“There are several safety features our engineers and road crews install when setting up work zones including visual cues such as signs, orange cones and flag people that are strategically placed well in advance of the work zone and are intended to provide motorists with enough time to reach to the changing conditions,” said MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath. “We ask that motorists acknowledge these advance warnings, stay alert and slow down when approaching and traveling through work zones.”
Mar 12, 2015: NewsMS: Potholes and a Slide: MDOT Workers Fixing Damage From Winter Weather
“This slide has not been a threat to public safety,” said MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath. “The site has beensecured since the slide began, and as long as the weather is not a distraction, crews will begin repair work this week.” -
“This slide has not been a threat to public safety,” said MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath. “The site has beensecured since the slide began, and as long as the weather is not a distraction, crews will begin repair work this week.” -
Feb 15, 2015: Clarion Ledger: House votes to strip MDOT of law enforcement duties
MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath said it’s a public safety issue, and MDOT has a vested interest to protect the enforcement of weight limits.
MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath said it’s a public safety issue, and MDOT has a vested interest to protect the enforcement of weight limits.
June 15, 2012: Grenada: North Central Mississippi leaders meet with legislature regarding rail service
The Grenada Economic Development District announced today that about 40 people attended a meeting on May 2nd at the Mississippi House of Representatives to discuss the future of rail service in North Central Mississippi. A broad representation of local elected officials, industrial users, and economic development officials were at the meeting led by House Transportation Committee Chairman, Representative Robert L. Johnson, III of Natchez and attended by a number of state legislators including Representatives Kevin Horan of Grenada, Senator Lydia Chassaniol of Winona, Rep. Tommy Reynolds of Charleston, Rep. Johnny Stringer of Montrose, Rep. Tommy Woods of Byhalia, Rep. Linda Whittington of Schlater, Rep. Pat Nelson of Southaven, Rep. Robert Huddleston of Sumner, Rep. Wanda Jennings of Southaven, Rep. Trey Lamar III of Senatobia, Rep. Steve Massengill of Hickory Flat, Rep. Sherra Lane of Waynesboro, Rep. Bobby Howell of Kilmichael, Rep. Bryan Clark of Pickens, Rep. Jason White of West and Rep. Russell Jolly of Houston. Mississippi Department of Transportation Executive Director, Melinda McGrath and other MDOT officials were also present at the Meeting. Grenada was represented by County Supervisors Chad Bridges & Michael Lott, County Attorney Jay Gore, Pablo Diaz of the Grenada EDD, Dan Garlington of Resolute Forrest Products & Joe Marascalco.
The Grenada Economic Development District announced today that about 40 people attended a meeting on May 2nd at the Mississippi House of Representatives to discuss the future of rail service in North Central Mississippi. A broad representation of local elected officials, industrial users, and economic development officials were at the meeting led by House Transportation Committee Chairman, Representative Robert L. Johnson, III of Natchez and attended by a number of state legislators including Representatives Kevin Horan of Grenada, Senator Lydia Chassaniol of Winona, Rep. Tommy Reynolds of Charleston, Rep. Johnny Stringer of Montrose, Rep. Tommy Woods of Byhalia, Rep. Linda Whittington of Schlater, Rep. Pat Nelson of Southaven, Rep. Robert Huddleston of Sumner, Rep. Wanda Jennings of Southaven, Rep. Trey Lamar III of Senatobia, Rep. Steve Massengill of Hickory Flat, Rep. Sherra Lane of Waynesboro, Rep. Bobby Howell of Kilmichael, Rep. Bryan Clark of Pickens, Rep. Jason White of West and Rep. Russell Jolly of Houston. Mississippi Department of Transportation Executive Director, Melinda McGrath and other MDOT officials were also present at the Meeting. Grenada was represented by County Supervisors Chad Bridges & Michael Lott, County Attorney Jay Gore, Pablo Diaz of the Grenada EDD, Dan Garlington of Resolute Forrest Products & Joe Marascalco.