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Construction of 2 roundabouts in White Lake Township delayed until 2023
Read full article: Construction of 2 roundabouts in White Lake Township delayed until 2023The planned construction of two roundabouts in White Lake Township has been delayed until 2023, according to the Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC).
Rochester Hills teen’s death prompts safety changes to local crosswalks
Read full article: Rochester Hills teen’s death prompts safety changes to local crosswalksElisa Volcic was killed walking home from Stoney Creek High School when she was hit by a car. The driver was another student. It happened near Tienken Road and Clear Creek Drive.
Livingston County crews work to keep roads clear as wet, heavy snow continues to fall
Read full article: Livingston County crews work to keep roads clear as wet, heavy snow continues to fallA winter storm warning is in effect through Thursday (Feb. 3), and snow is continuously falling and building up across Metro Detroit.
Monroe County is expected to be among hardest-hit areas filled with snow over next 48 hours
Read full article: Monroe County is expected to be among hardest-hit areas filled with snow over next 48 hoursAll is quiet in the Monroe plow shed, but they will soon start putting the blades on within the next few minutes. Some trucks were salting the streets as they waited for temperatures to drop when rain turns into ice.
How county road commissions across Metro Detroit are preparing ahead of massive snowstorm
Read full article: How county road commissions across Metro Detroit are preparing ahead of massive snowstormIt’s going to be rough on the roads later this week as forecasters expect a massive two day snow event.
Road commissions across Metro Detroit prepare for first significant snowfall of the season
Read full article: Road commissions across Metro Detroit prepare for first significant snowfall of the seasonRoad commissions in Metro Detroit are mobilizing to deal with what is likely going to be some sloppy road conditions.
Oakland County Road Commission seeking part-time help for the winter
Read full article: Oakland County Road Commission seeking part-time help for the winterThe Road Commission for Oakland County is looking to hire 24 part-time seasonal drivers and laborers to assist their full-time staff for winter this year.
Area in Rochester Hills reopens to traffic after large sinkhole left roadway closed
Read full article: Area in Rochester Hills reopens to traffic after large sinkhole left roadway closedDequindre Road is closed from Avon to School roads in Rochester Hills due to a large sinkhole, according to the Oakland County Sheriff’s office.
Maple, Middlebelt intersection in West Bloomfield Township reopens with roundabout complete
Read full article: Maple, Middlebelt intersection in West Bloomfield Township reopens with roundabout completeWEST BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) has opened the Maple Road and Middlebelt Road intersection in West Bloomfield Township, which had been closed for the completion of the roundabout at the intersection. The roundabout was opened for the winter, with work resuming in the spring. For the work this year, Maple Road has been closed at Middlebelt Road. The approximately $6.6 million safety-improvement project was funded with a mix of federal and local dollars. Local funding was shared by RCOC, West Bloomfield Township and Oakland County general government through the Tri-Party Program.
Oakland County road commission looking for 25 part-time snow plow drivers
Read full article: Oakland County road commission looking for 25 part-time snow plow driversBEVERLY HILLS, Mich. The Road Commission for Oakland County is accepting applications for up to 25 part-time snow plow drivers for this winter, according to a release. Applicants must have a valid Michigan commercials drivers license with an A endorsement and will be required to pass a pre-employment driving test and background check. These positions have also become a good stepping stone to permanent positions at the Road Commission as full-time employees retire. It is also a great opportunity for retirees to return to work on a part-time basis and pick up some supplemental income." The position pays up to $20 an hour and includes snow plowing, salting and other road maintenance duties, according to the statement.
Kern Road north of Silverbell Road in Orion Township closed due to gas main break
Read full article: Kern Road north of Silverbell Road in Orion Township closed due to gas main breakConsumers Energy will be making the repairs and the road is expected to reopen later Monday. (WDIV)ORION TOWNSHIP, Mich. - A private contractor has hit a gas main causing Kern Road to close just north of Silverbell Road in Orion Township, according to the Road Commission for Oakland County. Consumers Energy will be making the repairs and the road is expected to reopen later Monday. Kern Road is a detour for the Adams and Gunn roads closure and motorists will need to seek an alternate route. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Washtenaw County residents voice health concerns about road commission's use of weed killers
Read full article: Washtenaw County residents voice health concerns about road commission's use of weed killersWEBSTER TOWNSHIP, Mich. - Some Washtenaw County residents are raising health concerns because the Road Commission is spraying herbicides along roads. The Washtenaw County Road Commission conducts a roadside vegetation control program yearly. Webster Township residents are worried that the chemicals used to kill weeds and prevent overgrowth could be harmful to humans and animals. "All of this is part of our efforts of trying to maintain the roadside, which is part of our state. We're, by law, required to maintain the roads," said Emily Kizer, with the Road Commission.
Washtenaw County residents voice health concerns about road commission's use of weed killers
Read full article: Washtenaw County residents voice health concerns about road commission's use of weed killersSome Washtenaw County residents are raising health concerns because the Road Commission is spraying herbicides along roads. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Oakland County is hiring seasonal summer laborers
Read full article: Oakland County is hiring seasonal summer laborersThe Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) is looking to hire 32 seasonal summer laborers. This seasonal workforce is a great asset to the Road Commission, RCOC Managing Director Dennis Kolar said. This gives the Road Commission an opportunity to expand our workforce and maximize productivity during the road-construction season.Those interested should go to www.rcocweb.org and click on the Careers button. On the Current Job Openings page, find the posting for Seasonal Summer Laborer. The posting provides additional job information as well as the option to apply for the position.