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05-23-2013 - Memorial Day Motorists Likely to Encounter Construction Zones
Holiday Travelers Reminded to ‘Click It or Ticket’...
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05-21-2013 - State Identifies New 70 MPH Speed Zones
570 miles of interstate get the green light for higher speeds...
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04-22-2013 - ODOT Statement About Worker Killed Along Interstate 71 in Delaware County
Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Jerry Wray issued the following statement about the death of 27-year-old Lee M. Rizor, a five year ODOT employee killed on the job earlier today: ...
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04-15-2013 - Highway Construction Work Zone Deaths Doubled from 2009 to 2011
Sobering Statistics as ODOT Observes National Work Zone Safety Awareness Week...
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04-05-2013 - Draft Statewide Transportation Improvement Program Available for Comment
This program identifies highway and transit maintenance, new capacity, bicycle and other transportation-related projects that will be implemented throughout the state over the next four years....
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04-03-2013 - ODOT Receives National Recognition for Excellence in Snow and Ice Control
ODOT recently received the American Public Works Association (APWA) Excellence in Snow and Ice Control Award for 2013. ODOT is the only state department of transportation in the country to receive t...
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03-27-2013 - ODOT Encourages Local-Private Investment for New Section of U.S. Route 30
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) today announced the results of a study looking at the possibility of tolling a new, almost $900 million section of U.S. Route 30 in Stark and Columbiana c...
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03-12-2013 - Keep Ohio Beautiful Recruiting Volunteers for Spring Litter Cleanup Event
ODOT, Keep Ohio Beautiful and the Ohio Turnpike Commission are recruiting volunteers for the annual State Roadway Cleanup which will be held on Saturday, April 6 in Cleveland....
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02-06-2013 - Finalists Chosen to Submit Proposals for Ohio’s First-Ever Transportation P3
Three teams to vie for coveted eastbound Innerbelt Bridge contract...
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01-16-2013 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting: 1-24-13
Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council is scheduled to vote on the final list of major new transportation construction projects...
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01-15-2013 - ODOT Launches Ohgo.com to Save Motorist Time and Money
New Technology Designed for Mobile Phones, Tablets, and Desktop Computers...
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12-20-2012 - Mild Winter Leaves Motorists Out of Practice
ODOT’s best advice when driving in winter conditions: Ice & Snow, Take It Slow...
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12-18-2012 - TRAC Votes to Accept Draft List
Launches Public Comment Period...
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12-13-2012 - Ohio Launches ‘Jobs and Transportation Plan’ to Fuel Critical Highway Projects
Ohio Turnpike will not be leased; Commission remains public, independent; Tolls remain low...
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11-21-2012 - Black Friday Marks Increase in Intersection Crashes
Black Friday, known as the official kickoff to the holiday shopping season, has another unfortunate distinction: the start of increased intersection crashes, especially around busy shopping corridor...
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11-20-2012 - Search for Second Innerbelt Bridge Construction Team Officially Begins
New design, construction and finance approach is first-of-its-kind in Ohio...
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11-19-2012 - Thanksgiving Second-Deadliest Holiday on Ohio Roads
Buckle Up to Arrive Alive...
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09-27-2012 - State Innovation, Efficiency Eliminates Delays for Five Major Projects
Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati Area Projects All to See Construction Next Year...
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09-17-2012 - ODOT Saves $10 Million in Salt Costs for Upcoming Winter
State and local governments are projected to save more than $10 million this winter as a result of a change in the way salt contracts are obtained....
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08-31-2012 - ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ this Labor Day Weekend
During the 2011 Labor Day weekend, there were 145 alcohol-related crashes resulting in 90 injuries and four deaths. ...
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08-23-2012 - Kasich Announces Innovative Funding Plan for Innerbelt Bridge in Cleveland
ODOT will use a public private partnership option – or P3 – that will allow contractors to finance more than $300 million needed to design and construct the second major phase of the Innerbelt Bridge...
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08-13-2012 - ODOT Seeks Public Comment on Long-Range Transportation Plan
Access Ohio 2040 is ODOT's long-range transportation plan and a key part of the process is seeking public comment on the future of Ohio’s transportation system....
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08-01-2012 - ODOT receives $9 million in ‘State of Good Repair’ grants to repair and replace buses
ODOT will receive more than $9 million in transit grants, called State of Good Repair Funds, from the Federal Transit Administration. These funds will be used to replace and maintain Ohio’s public t...
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07-16-2012 - ODOT negotiates lower electric bill saving taxpayers millions
Continuing a trend of improving efficiency, ODOT has, once again, saved millions of dollars and redirected it from its operating budget to major new construction projects around the state....
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07-03-2012 - 2012 July 4th Traffic Advisory
As millions of Ohioans travel to visit family and friends this July 4th, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) says Know Before You Go and visit www.BuckeyeTraffic.org to get to your Fourth of...
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06-29-2012 - Prison Inmate Program Will Help Clean Up Ohio’s Highways
With the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) spending nearly $4 million and 206,221 man hours annually to remove litter along Ohio’s highways, a new joint program with the Ohio Department of Reh...
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06-06-2012 - Innovation, Efficiency Frees Up $400 Million for Future Transportation Projects
Improved department efficiency, workforce and vehicle fleet reductions, higher than projected gas tax receipts, the elimination of federal earmarks, and savings from a mild winter are allowing ODOT t...
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06-04-2012 - State Advances Plan to Develop Non-Interstate Rest Areas
In an effort to generate millions of dollars for the construction of some of the state’s largest, most expensive transportation projects, ODOT is moving forward with a plan to explore the commercial ...
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05-30-2012 - Millions Awarded to Local Communities Through ODOT’s Safe Routes to School Program
ODOT announces the awarding of $16 million in anticipated federal transportation funds for 68 projects through the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program....
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05-29-2012 - Transportation Director Outlines the “State of ODOT”
Director Jerry Wray opened the state agency’s doors to the public for an insider’s look at the “State of ODOT” and its current short-term and long-term financial outlook....
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05-24-2012 - TRAC to Vote on Final Transportation Project Funding List June 6 at 10 a.m.
Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council is scheduled to vote on the final list of major new transportation construction projects throughout Ohio on Wednesday, June 6 at 10 a.m. at ODOT's centra...
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05-24-2012 - ODOT: Memorial Day Second-Deadliest Holiday on Ohio’s Roads
Memorial Day Weekend Traffic Report...
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05-23-2012 - ODOT Awards $14 million to Enhance Statewide Urban Transit Operations
Ohio’s urban transit systems will receive much-needed funding thanks to ODOT's recent award of $14 million to 19 urban transit systems through its new Ohio Transit Preservation Partnership Program....
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05-21-2012 - ODOT Launches Program Aimed at Generating Millions in New Revenue
ODOT is hoping to generate millions of dollars through the Sponsorship, Maintenance, and Advertising Revenue Tartgeted (SMART) program permitting advertising and sponsorship opportunities at intersta...
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05-02-2012 - Left Turn Traffic Signal Receives Makeover
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is in the process of switching 643 protected-only left turn signals at nearly 400 intersections throughout the state due to changes in federal regulation...
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04-10-2012 - ODOT Kicks Off Busy 2012 Construction Season
Agency still short $1.6 billion to construct major new expansion projects...
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03-21-2012 - Grants to Help Ohioans Overcome Transportation Barriers and Challenges
Grants provide mobility for employment, job training and vital services...
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03-20-2012 - ODOT Launches Innovative Delivery Division to Identify Potential Transportation Funding Solutions and Alternatives
By reducing agency costs, commercializing non-interstate rest areas and seeking sponsorship and naming rights for certain infrastructure projects, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) could s...
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03-06-2012 - Ohio’s $1.6 Billion Highway Budget Shortfall: Where do We Go from Here?
Ohio’s highways are essential to keeping and creating new jobs. Our state’s economy—especially our agriculture and manufacturing businesses, and the logistics operations that support them—depend on ...
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01-31-2012 - TRAC Votes to Accept Draft List
Launches Public Comment Period...
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01-30-2012 - TRAC to Vote on Draft Transportation Project Funding List
Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) is scheduled to vote on the draft list of major new transportation construction projects...
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01-17-2012 - ODOT Outlines Looming Financial Crisis
After a year of discussing the looming transportation financial crisis facing Ohio, ODOT released funding projections that could result in pushing back by decades some of the state’s largest construc...
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01-13-2012 - ODOT Warns Motorists Driving in Snow: “First is Worst”
As Ohioans anticipate driving in winter weather, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) says beware: “First is Worst,” especially on interstates and state-maintained highways, where speeds are...
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01-09-2012 - ODOT to Accept Applications for Safe Routes to School Projects
ODOT is currently accepting applications for Safe Routes to School (SRTS) projects across Ohio. ...
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12-30-2011 - ODOT Reminds Motorists to Designate a Sober Driver
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12-22-2011 - Holiday travelers should expect busy roads
Special Video Edition: ODOT Holiday Traffic Advisory...
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12-01-2011 - ODOT Launches Social Media Campaign
Winner of best safety tip gets message made into a safety video...
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11-22-2011 - Ohio roads busiest Thanksgiving weekend
ODOT Thanksgiving Holiday Traffic Advisory...
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11-22-2011 - OBM & ODOT Tap KPMG to Help Ohio Study Turnpike Options
Importance of Highways to Ohio Jobs and Looming Funding Shortfall Mandate Review of New Options for Maintenance, Expansion...
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10-20-2011 - ODOT’s Traffic Management Center Wins National Award
Armed with advanced traffic monitoring technology and innovative communications systems, ODOT's Traffic Management Center recently won Project of the Year from ITS Midwest....
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10-18-2011 - Notice of TRAC meeting 11-1-11
** MEETING NOTICE ONLY **...
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10-14-2011 - Columbus Crossroads will put hundreds of Ohioans to work
$200 million investment means more jobs for central Ohio...
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10-11-2011 - ODOT I-270 Emergency Closures
I-270 is now OPEN to traffic, with the following ramps still closed: ...
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10-04-2011 - ODOT and First Lady Karen Kasich Launch Safety Campaign at Columbus City School
Featuring All-Ohio Show Choir performing a live music video, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Ohio’s First Lady Karen Kasich kicked-off Walk+Bike to School Month today...
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09-28-2011 - NASCAR Driver Offers Safety Tips for Ohio Motorists
NASCAR Nationwide Series driver Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. has joined ODOT's "Every Move You Make, Keep it Safe” roadway safety campaign as the voice of two radio public service announcements (PSAs) airin...
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09-01-2011 - ODOT Reminds Labor Day Weekend Motorists: “Every Move You Make, Keep It Safe”
Labor Day weekend the deadliest holiday on Ohio roads...
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08-24-2011 - Crashes Involving Teens Triple During Back-to-School
Teens driving to school are nearly three times more likely to get involved in a crash according to a new five-year safety analysis by ODOT...
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08-08-2011 - OBM and ODOT Seek Advisor Team for Turnpike Options
Selected Team to Help Determine Next Steps for the Ohio Turnpike...
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08-01-2011 - ODOT and Nationwide Insurance Launch “Distracted Driver Simulator Tour” at Ohio State Fair
Featuring 2010 NASCAR Nationwide Series Rookie of the year...
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07-27-2011 - New State Highway Map Introduced Today at The Ohio State Fair
To kick-off opening day of the 2011 Ohio State Fair, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) revealed the new Ohio State Highway Map, which for the first time includes a QR code that allows smar...
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06-30-2011 - ODOT study reveals tragedy caused by drunk driving
July 4th Weekend Traffic Report...
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06-10-2011 - Crashes Involving Students Rise with Summer Temperatures
ODOT combats crash increase with “Share the Road Ohio” campaign...
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05-27-2011 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting-6-2-11
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05-26-2011 - ODOT Reminds Drivers to be Safe during one of the Deadliest Travel Weekends
Memorial Day Weekend Traffic Report...
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05-09-2011 - TRAC accepting comments on Policy and Scoring Revisions
Public has until May 20 to submit comments...
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04-12-2011 - TRAC Approves $70 Million In New Transportation Funding
Projects Focused on Economic Development and Safety...
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04-11-2011 - ODOT To Roll-Out 2011 Construction Projects
Construction season kicks-off this week...
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04-06-2011 - ODOT awards record $11.6 million for Safe Routes to School
Anticipated federal transportation funds will go to 90 SRTS infrastructure improvements projects in local communities: improving sidewalks, creating new walking/biking connections, putting in bike ra...
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04-01-2011 - Drivers make work zones dangerous
Drivers take heed: You are more likely to be injured or killed in a work zone on a dry and sunny August afternoon than any other time of year....
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03-29-2011 - Notice of TRAC meeting 4-12-11
***MEDIA ADVISORY ONLY***...
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03-24-2011 - Money out the window with litter
Each year, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is forced to spend $4 million on litter pick-up . . . a preventable problem....
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03-24-2011 - ODOT seeks input on future transportation needs
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) announces today the public review and comment period for the 2012-2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) will run from April 4 thru Apri...
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03-16-2011 - ODOT warns of flooded roadway hazards
Half of all flood-related deaths occur in automobiles...
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02-22-2011 - Notice of TRAC meeting 2-23-11
The Ohio Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will hold a regular, non-voting meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 23 at 10:30 a.m. at the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Central Office in Columbu...
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01-20-2011 - ODOT appoints new District Deputy Directors
Twelve new district directors to lead future transportation investments in Ohio...
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01-06-2011 - Historic ODOT Director to step down
First woman director led record construction investment in multi-modal transportation system...
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12-31-2010 - ODOT asks New Year’s motorists to resolve to ‘look ahead’ in 2011
Safety analysis identifies leading cause of crashes in 2010...
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12-29-2010 - ODOT seeks Green Lantern Help to Protect Snowplows
Taking a cue from the comic book superhero who uses green light to protect the people of Earth, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is hoping a Green Lantern will protect its snowplows from ...
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12-21-2010 - Official start of winter serves as reminder: Ice and Snow…Take it Slow
ODOT Holiday Traffic Update...
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12-09-2010 - Proposed New Funding and New Construction unveiled for Major Transportation Projects connected to Job Creation, Economic Development
TRAC proposes $167.6 million in new construction, project planning and engineering...
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12-09-2010 - New ODOT Study finds Car Crashes by Teen Drivers Down in 2010
Friday’s Lights for Life encourages Ohioans to drive with headlights on all day...
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12-03-2010 - ODOT invests $15 million in Next Generation Clean and Green buses
More than three dozen new vehicles part of three-year $150 million transit partnership pledge...
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11-24-2010 - ODOT unleashes new Cyber-Tools to target Ice and Snow
No longer are snowplows and salt the Ohio Department of Transportation’s only tools to keep drivers safe during the winter season. This year, ODOT is unleashing several new cyber-tools to help motori...
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11-22-2010 - Plan Ahead and Don’t Be Late for Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving Holiday Traffic Update: Online Help for Ohio Drivers to Avoid Traffic Tie-Ups...
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11-19-2010 - Ice and Snow… Take It Slow: ODOT partners with Walmart to keep Holiday Highways safer for Shoppers
Nearly half of winter related crashes on major Ohio highways occur during holiday shopping period...
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11-19-2010 - Scheduled TRAC Working Sessions and End-of-the-Year Meeting
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11-17-2010 - ODOT tests New Snow- Fighting Tool to clear Highways Twice as Fast
Working for Winter...
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11-05-2010 - ODOT Transit program provides Vital mobility for elderly and disabled
Program improves quality of life for the elderly and persons with disabilities...
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10-26-2010 - ODOT Halloween Study warns of Goblins, Ghouls and Car Crashes
New safety analysis shows rise in risk of children being struck by cars while Trick-or Treating...
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10-25-2010 - New Numbers show More Ohioans riding Passenger Rail
Based on new passenger rail ridership figures from Amtrak, a review by the ODOT and the ORDC shows that the demand for transportation choice is on the rise, with 14 percent more Ohioans riding passen...
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10-18-2010 - Ohioans to Speak Out on Creating More Ohio Jobs through Transportation
New study reveals historic ‘Bang for the Buck’ in terms of business growth, middle-class jobs...
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10-12-2010 - ODOT Safety Analysis shows Crashes with Deer Likely to Spike
Number of crashes typically triples in October - to more than 120 crashes a day...
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10-05-2010 - KNO B4 U GO: ODOT to help Cincinnati Fans get to the Game with Twitter
The Cincinnati Reds aren’t the only team gearing up for the playoff season. On Sunday, ODOT will be showing off its game-day E.R.A. - Easier Roads Ahead - by helping baseball fans avoid traffic tie-u...
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09-30-2010 - ODOT targets New Federal Funds to encourage Ohio Women and Minorities to enter Highway Construction Industry
To encourage more women and minorities in Ohio to enter the highway construction industry, the Ohio Department of Transportation is targeting new funding - including federal stimulus funds - into new...
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09-30-2010 - U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood Announces $235 Million in Recovery Act Dollars for California, North Carolina, Ohio and Maryland High Speed Rail
U.S. DOT News Release...
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09-27-2010 - ODOT begins ‘Working for Winter’ before first Snowflake falls
Operational Readiness Events keep Ohio’s economic engine running...
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09-20-2010 - ODOT and its Safety partners ask motorists to Look Up, Hang Up, and Go Slow For the Cone Zone
ODOT - along with the Ohio Department of Public Safety and the Ohio Traffic Safety Office - are educating drivers about the dangers of distracted driving in an effort to reduce the 5,000 accidents in...
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09-17-2010 - Highway crews restore vital Transportation links following Severe weather Damage
As portions of Ohio received an onslaught of severe weather last night, highway workers from ODOT have been out in full-force assisting local towns and villages to ensure transportation infrastructur...
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09-16-2010 - Notice of Upcoming TRAC Regional Public Hearings
** MEETING NOTICE ** Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will hold four regional public hearings around the state....
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09-09-2010 - Opening of Historic Heartland Corridor brings more Business to Ohio
First freight trains run on Norfolk Southern corridor from Port of Virginia to Columbus and Midwest...
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09-09-2010 - Cleveland’s New I-90 Innerbelt Bridge: Apparent Winning Team for Historic Bridge Construction Revealed
Winning proposal calls for completion of construction full year earlier than planned...
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09-02-2010 - ODOT aims to reduce crashes over Labor Day weekend
Motorists advised to plan alternate routes and allow additional travel time...
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08-25-2010 - ODOT seeks New Federal Funds for Transportation Projects of the Future
TIGER II Grant Requests include Electric Cars, Aerospace Runway and Ohio River Ports...
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08-24-2010 - ODOT asks Drivers to Remember Back-to-School ABC: Always Be Cautious
Safety analysis shows average of 10 crashes involving buses each school day...
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08-23-2010 - Nearly 9,500 Ohio Jobs in July linked to Stimulus Transportation Projects
Highway, Bridge, and Water Port Construction lead to record month...
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08-09-2010 - Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting - 8-12
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08-05-2010 - Evaluation begins on Proposals to Build New Innerbelt Bridge
Cleveland’s New I-90 Innerbelt Bridge: Northeast Ohio Residents asked to Share Their Thoughts on Bridge Aesthetics...
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08-04-2010 - ODOT completes Latest Safety and Congestion Improvements on I-71
Part of decade-long $800 million investment strategy into key Ohio freight corridor...
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07-28-2010 - ODOT touts Historic Construction Season at 2010 Ohio State Fair
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation visits on Opening Day to highlight Recovery Act...
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07-28-2010 - Stimulus-Funded Construction on Ohio’s Highways nets 8000 Jobs in June
$10.5 million in paychecks, 1300 new workers reported in single month...
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07-20-2010 - Workers log more than 70,000 hours building new highway
Nelsonville Bypass Update...
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07-08-2010 - Growing Freight Demand deserves new Investment, Transportation Study says
ODOT Director joins national launch of multi-modal freight capacity report...
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07-08-2010 - ODOT, Feds push Cincinnati Streetcar Project Further Along Track
On the heels of $15 million in funding from Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Committee, Cincinnati’s proposed Downtown-to-Uptown streetcar project was pushed further along the track to construct...
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07-01-2010 - ODOT celebrates Independence Day with Red, White, and Blue… and Orange
Fourth of July Holiday Traffic Advisory...
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06-30-2010 - ODOT accomplishes Historic $2 Billion Investment Goal for State Fiscal Year
Major Transportation Projects in every region of Ohio during SFY 2010...
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06-25-2010 - Governor Breaks Ground on Lorain Port Project
Ohio Governor Ted Strickland joined other federal, state and local officials to kickoff the $3.3 million American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Lorain Port Authority at Spitzer Marina project....
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06-18-2010 - Transportation Stimulus Investments put 7,000 Ohioans to work
With President Obama in Columbus to mark the 10,000th Recovery Act road project in the nation to get underway, preliminary figures from the Ohio Department of Transportation show that nearly 7,000 co...
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06-10-2010 - State Transportation Director pledges continued help in Northwest Ohio
ODOT restoring Safe Transportation after Deadly Tornado...
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06-09-2010 - ODOT to purchase 41 ‘Clean and Green’ Buses for Ohio Transit Authorities
Historic $15 million direct investment in 11 local and regional transit agencies...
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06-07-2010 - ODOT working to restore transportation connections
State crews respond to widespread damage in Northwest Ohio...
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06-02-2010 - KNO B4 U GO: ODOT Twitter to help Drivers have “Worry Free Rush Hour”
ODOT to begin rush hour tweets to help keep motorists safe...
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06-01-2010 - Ohio Cities to propose Major New Transportation Projects of the Future to the TRAC
Transportation Review Advisory Council accepting applications for all modes of travel and shipping...
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05-27-2010 - ODOT suggests Drivers ‘Know Before You Go’ this Memorial Day Weekend
Stay safe by preparing for 15% increase in traffic and major construction projects...
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05-27-2010 - ODOT District Deputy Director in Southeast Ohio to retire in June
Having helped Gov. Strickland make significant impacts on the future transportation system of Southeast Ohio, ODOT District 10 Deputy Director Larry Woodford is announcing his retirement after more t...
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05-17-2010 - Ohioans demonstrate Pedal Power during Bike to Work Week
ODOT highlights more than $100 million in bicycle and pedestrian investments...
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05-13-2010 - Major New Multi-Modal Transportation Projects approved for Funding
Prioritizing transportation projects that promote the growth of jobs and economic development, Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) has approved the state’s plans for investing more t...
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04-30-2010 - ODOT urges No Phones in Construction Zones
Oprah’s National No Phone Zone Day...
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04-30-2010 - Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting
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04-19-2010 - ODOT urges Drivers to Look Up, Hang Up, and go ‘Slow for the Cone Zone’
National Work Zone Safety Awareness Week...
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04-12-2010 - ODOT lights way for Ohio’s ‘Solar Highways’ of the Future
Study project in Toledo could save tax dollars and help the environmen...
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04-07-2010 - Igniting Ohio’s Economic Engine
With investments being made in every county of Ohio and in every major mode of transportation, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is “igniting Ohio’s economic engine”...
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04-01-2010 - Ohio makes getting to school safer for students
With projects aimed at keeping children from walking in the streets or along train tracks to increasing the number of police officers watching over school zones, the Ohio Department of Transportation...
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03-30-2010 - ODOT partners with federal, state and local advocates to promote healthier choices for Ohioans
First statewide conference on building healthier communities...
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03-29-2010 - First Statewide Conference on Building Healthier Communities
Healthy Communities Active Transportation (HCAT) Conference March 30...
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03-25-2010 - Rail Investment means Jobs for Ohioans
More than 26,000 Ohio employees already tied to railroad industry...
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03-22-2010 - ODOT partners with volunteers to pick up litter Clear Across Ohio
‘Tis the Season to Target Trash...
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03-19-2010 - Major New Multi-Modal Transportation Projects recommended for Funding
TRAC proposes $103.2 million in new construction, project planning and engineering...
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03-12-2010 - ODOT welcomes new Legislative Affairs Director
Strong relationship with General Assembly important as state begins historic $2 billion construction program...
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03-12-2010 - ODOT urges motorists to Turn Around Don’t Drown
Flood watch alerts in northern Ohio...
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03-05-2010 - Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting- 3-18
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03-02-2010 - Ohio’s weather and traffic create the ideal recipe for potholes
ODOT winter workforces continually repairing pavement damage between storms...
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02-26-2010 - ODOT working diligently to clear roadways of dangerous drifting snow
Look for the Lights...
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02-24-2010 - Ohio beats Recovery Act Deadline on Transportation Investments
More than $935 million in state and local infrastructure projects approved by Feds...
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02-24-2010 - Ohio Traffic Fatalities Reach Historic Low In 2009
Declines in deaths reflect the safest year on record...
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02-17-2010 - Ohio Receives $30 Million in Federal Funding for Multi-State National Gateway Project
Portage Area Regional Transportation Authority Also Receives $20 Million in TIGER Funding to Improve Transit Opportunities in Northeast Ohio...
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02-02-2010 - Groundhog Day Prediction of Early Spring
ODOT Ready for More Winter Weather...
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01-28-2010 - Governor, Labor Secretary Solis Announce $400 Million from Recovery Act for Passenger Rail in Ohio
State, Local Leaders and Rail Supporters from Across Ohio Join in Columbus to Celebrate at the Statehouse...
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01-28-2010 - Governor, Transportation Director Announce First Round of FAST TRAC Projects
Five Major Roadway Projects Approved for Accelerated Construction by TRAC Today...
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01-26-2010 - Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting-1-28-2010 - NEW 9:00 START TIME
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01-20-2010 - ODOT Transportation Enhancement Program
Time running out for Communities to apply for Bike and Pedestrian Funding...
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01-08-2010 - This week in review: ODOT crews continue
As winter storms move out of Ohio, crews from the ODOT continue to clear roads and salt bridges and overpasses....
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01-08-2010 - Notice of TRAC Working Session Meeting-1-14-2010
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01-06-2010 - ODOT 2010-2011 Business Plan
21st Century ODOT to meet Ohio’s 21st Century multi-modal transportation needs...
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01-01-2010 - Ohioans Make New Year’s Resolution to Continue Support of 3C Passenger Rail
With only weeks until an expected announcement on whether Ohio will receive federal stimulus funds for the 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan, many Ohioans are making a New Year’s Resolution to con...
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12-30-2009 - KNO B4 U GO: ODOT to ring in New Year with special Midnight Traffic Tweet
To help motorists ‘know before they go’ into the new year, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) will offer a special midnight “traffic tweet” on travel conditions along interstates and major ...
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12-22-2009 - ODOT Makes it Easier to “KNO B4 U GO” this Holiday Season
Holiday Traffic Advisory...
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12-17-2009 - Ice and Snow… Take It Slow - KNO B4 U GO: ODOT Winter Warnings are now on Twitter
When winter weather hits Ohio’s highways, the ODOT wants drivers to “know before they go” with a safe driving “tweet” from Twitter....
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12-14-2009 - 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Update: Proposed Passenger Rail Plan includes Major Safety Upgrades for Motorists too
At least $32 million targeted at 270 locations across the state...
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12-11-2009 - 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Update:
Passenger Rail could soon provide cheaper, easier travel to 220,000 Ohio college students...
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12-10-2009 - Attention Holiday Shoppers: Ice and Snow… Take It Slow
Nation’s Largest Retailer to share ODOT’s Winter Safety Message with Millions of Ohioans...
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12-03-2009 - Study shows Ohio’s 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan will mean More than Trains
Passenger train stations in Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton will serve as more than just stopping places for trains along Ohio's 3C "Quick Start" Service, according to research by the ODO...
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12-03-2009 - ODOT targets ice and snow on bridges and overpasses
Motorists Reminded: “Ice and Snow… Take It Slow”...
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11-30-2009 - ODOT winter-fighting workforces on the move again
Motorists Reminded: “Ice and Snow… Take It Slow”...
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11-25-2009 - ODOT’s Equipment is ready for Ice and Snow: Is Yours?
With snow in the forecast for parts of Ohio this Thanksgiving weekend, the ODOT encourages motorists to get ready - and - during Ice and Snow…Take it Slow....
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11-25-2009 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting 12-10
Meeting Notice...
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11-24-2009 - 2009 Thanksgiving Holiday Traffic Advisory
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11-23-2009 - End of Historic Project in Dayton marks
Construction at I-70/I-75 Interchange Complete...
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11-20-2009 - Passenger Trains on 3C “Quick Start” could be High-Tech, Propelled, and Cost-Effective
State’s Rail Commission prefers DMUs to traditional Locomotives...
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11-13-2009 - According to ODOT Safety Analysis, new numbers show young drivers are safer
“Lights for Life” safety messages help make Ohio roads safer...
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10-29-2009 - Ohio and Indiana ‘Meet at the Line’ to Celebrate
ODOT: New Segments of U.S. Route 24 Open to Traffic...
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10-23-2009 - US DOT to review High-Speed Passenger Rail Extension from Cleveland to Pittsburgh
In response to requests by officials in Ohio and Pennsylvania, the US DOT and the FRA will review the feasibility of extending the nation’s designated high-speed passenger rail corridors to include t...
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10-22-2009 - ODOT Contractors report more Ohio Jobs created and saved by Stimulus Investments
New Numbers used to update Federal Recovery Report...
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10-15-2009 - Ohio’s 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan: Meeting of Midwest States in Columbus boosts Ohio’s Passenger Rail Effort
Adding to the unprecedented interest in passenger rail development in Ohio, the multi-state Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Commission (MIPRC) will hold the group’s first-ever meeting in Ohio Thurs...
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10-13-2009 - Head of US Federal Highway Administration joins Governor to launch Ohio’s Largest Single Investment of Stimulus Funds
US 33 Nelsonville Bypass Groundbreaking...
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10-08-2009 - State Receives Applications for Future Transportation Projects
105 proposed projects seek a total of nearly $2 billion in planning and design...
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10-07-2009 - ODOT Safety Study reveals Dangerous Deer Accidents in Urban and Rural Regions
Updated safety statistics from ODOT reveal that motorists in both rural and urban regions of the state need to watch out for dangerous - and sometimes deadly - accidents involving deer-vehicle crashe...
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10-05-2009 - ODOT: Ice and Snow… Ready to Go!
Equipment ready to keep roads safe during winter weather...
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10-01-2009 - Ohio’s 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan: Ohio Submits Strong Application for ‘Premier Passenger Rail Corridor’
With statewide support stretching across public and private sectors, ODOT and ORDC began the process of submitting the state’s federal application for the Ohio 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan, c...
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10-01-2009 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting and Upcoming Regional Public Hearings-Oct09
Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) is scheduled to convene its next meeting on Thursday, October 8, at 10:00 a.m., at the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Central Office in Colum...
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09-30-2009 - Ohio to Submit Application for Nation’s ‘Premier Passenger Rail Corridor’ with event in Downtown Columbus
Ohio’s 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan: "Rally for Rail."...
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09-28-2009 - New Deputy Director to lead ODOT District 1
ODOT Director Molitoris announced that Tim Burkepile has chosen to step down from his position, returning to construction management. Leonard Brown has been appointed as the new Deputy Director in t...
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09-24-2009 - ODOT Director targets Texting While Driving with Safety Summit
State Agencies and Businesses discuss Dangers of Distracted Driving...
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09-22-2009 - Ohio’s 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan Gets Fans Quick
Fans on Facebook and Online Polling Show Growing Support...
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09-22-2009 - World Car Free Day highlights need for True Travel Choice in Ohio
Transit Agencies in Ohio throw support behind State’s Passenger Rail Plan...
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09-15-2009 - Ohio submits Nine Priority Transportation Projects for Latest Stimulus Funding
TIGER Grant applications seek $587,899,855 in funding...
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09-15-2009 - Amtrak Study shows High Demand for Ohio’s 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan
Estimated half-a-million riders each year projected in Ohio...
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09-08-2009 - Investments in Passenger Rail on the Rise in Ohio - Stimulus investments by Amtrak enhance Ohio’s 3C “Quick Start” Plan
As Ohio finalizes its federal application for stimulus funding for the 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan, Amtrak is announcing early stimulus-funded investments along it current long-distance rout...
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09-03-2009 - ODOT: Take it Slow in the Cone Zone this Holiday Weekend
While Labor Day often signals the unofficial end of summer, ODOT’s historic construction season will continue well into the fall. So ODOT reminds drivers to be watchful and knowledgeable as they vent...
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08-27-2009 - ODOT’s Single Largest Stimulus Investment ready for Construction
Update on Ohio’s Transportation Stimulus Investments...
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08-26-2009 - Voices of More Ohioans to shape Ohio’s 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan
On-line, on the phone, on the radio, and in person - more Ohioans are making their voices and opinions heard on Ohio’s 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan....
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08-25-2009 - Two million reasons to ‘Take Care, Be Aware’ for Back to School
Two million reasons to ‘Take Care, Be Aware’ for Back to School ODOT Safety Effort aims to reduce 1802 School Bus Accidents last year...
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08-20-2009 - Historic Route Earns Official Designation as Ohio Scenic Byway
In recognition of two United States presidents who called Southwest Ohio home, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is designating 52 miles of roadways in Hamilton and Butler counties as the ...
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08-19-2009 - Riding the Rails competes with Highway Drive Times along Ohio’s 3C Corridor
While the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Ohio Rail Development Commission (ORDC) continue to advance the 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan, early estimates by the state’s top passeng...
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08-13-2009 - Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting Rescheduled
The Ohio Transportation Review Advisory Council’s (TRAC) regularly scheduled meeting for Thursday, August 13, has been rescheduled for Thursday, August 27, 10:00 am, at the Ohio Department of Transpo...
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08-13-2009 - ODOT Snow Plows receive state’s first Green Fleets Status
This coming winter will be more “green” in Ohio. By reducing diesel emissions and using more alternative fuels on nearly 800 snow plows, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has earned one of...
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07-28-2009 - ODOT’s Historic Investments and Safer, Greener Transportation Choices
Maintaining a tradition dating back nearly a hundred years, ODOT has a diverse display at this year’s Ohio State Fair, showcasing ODOT’s historic infrastructure investments and Ohio’s safer and green...
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07-27-2009 - Ohio’s 3C Passenger Rail Plan plays Role in Midwest Regional Rail Agreement
Governor Strickland joins eight-state effort to secure Federal Funds ...
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07-23-2009 - Statewide Support for 3C Passenger Rail Plan strengthens Ohio’s Stimulus Application
3CisME.ohio.gov offers latest news and public comment...
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06-30-2009 - ODOT: Make Orange a part of your Red, White and Blue
Independence Day Traffic Update...
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06-30-2009 - ODOT Crews “White Out” Signs to Save Time and Money
Change in Interstate Speed Limit for Trucks to take effect Wednesday...
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06-25-2009 - ODOT Invests $3.2 million in Transit for Elderly, People with Disabilities
More of Ohio’s elderly and people with disabilities will find it easier to travel to jobs, school, and healthcare this year with an investment of $3.2 million in new transit vehicles and equipment fr...
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06-15-2009 - ODOT’s Stimulus Investments spurring more Construction-Related Jobs
Update on Ohio’s Transportation Stimulus Investments...
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06-08-2009 - ODOT: Work begins on Ohio’s First Stimulus-Funded Project
Update on Ohio’s Transportation Stimulus Investments...
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05-29-2009 - Jobs coming as ODOT awards Contracts on Stimulus Projects along Ohio’s Interstates, Local Roadways and Bridges
Update on Ohio’s Transportation Stimulus Investments...
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05-29-2009 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting 6-11
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05-21-2009 - “Know before you Go” this Memorial Day Weekend
ODOT Memorial Day Traffic Advisory...
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05-08-2009 - Bicyclists and Motorists Reminded to Share the Road
As bicycle enthusiasts across Ohio prepare for National Bike Week, May 11-15, ODOT is reminding motorists to “Share the Road” with bike riders....
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05-06-2009 - ODOT Veteran appointed District Deputy Director
New role will lead ODOT District 5, covering seven-county region in east/central Ohio...
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05-05-2009 - ODOT to promote Tourism and Travel with Ohio’s Appalachian Gateway
In an effort to link Ohio travelers and visitors to the more than 700 registered tourist destinations in Ohio’s Appalachian region, the ODOT is rebranding three of the department’s Travel Information...
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05-01-2009 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting - 5/14
Meeting Notice...
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04-29-2009 - ODOT improving Traffic Signal Safety for Motorcycles and Scooters
Motorcycle Season in Ohio begins with Heightened Safety Efforts...
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04-22-2009 - ODOT’s First Stimulus Projects move Closer to Construction
Update on Ohio’s Transportation Stimulus Investments...
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04-17-2009 - Governor Applauds Obama Administration’s Strategic Plan for National High-Speed Rail Service
Ohio Governor Ted Strickland applauds the Obama administration’s strategic plan for national high-speed rail service....
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04-16-2009 - ODOT targets $3.9 million for Safe Routes to Schools
Federal funds aimed at encouraging more students to walk or bike to school...
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04-09-2009 - ODOT Easter Holiday Traffic Advisory
ODOT urges Motorists to go “Slow for the Cone Zone” This Coming Weekend...
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04-07-2009 - Postponement of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting
Moved from April 9 to Thursday, May 14, 2009...
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04-07-2009 - ODOT embarks on Historic 2009 Construction Season
State invests $1.9 billion in construction projects in every region of the state...
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04-06-2009 - ODOT’s Orange Lights Illuminate Work Zone Safety
Statewide effort to reduce 5,197 highway work zone crashes last year...
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04-01-2009 - Governor Signs Transportation Budget Bill
House Bill 2 contains nearly $7.3 billion for transportation projects and public safety. The bill includes an additional $1.9 billion in federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act resources and $...
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03-27-2009 - Public comment now being accepted on Ohio’s Statewide Transportation Improvement Program
In accordance with federal regulations and ODOT's Public Involvement Process, public comment is being accepted on the list of new projects not currently on the FY 2008-2011 STIP....
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03-26-2009 - Governor Announces Priority Transportation Projects to be Funded by Federal Recovery Act Resources
149 Projects Projected to Create 21,257 Ohio Jobs...
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03-17-2009 - Ohio Professional Sports Teams Support Restoring Passenger Rail Service in Ohio
The Cleveland Cavaliers, Columbus Crew, Cincinnati Bengals, Columbus Blue Jackets and Columbus Clippers have announced that they are on board with the plan for start-up rail service in the 3-C Corrid...
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03-16-2009 - Governor’s Office Announces Federal Recovery Act Update
Federal deadline to submit list of priority transportation projects March 31...
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03-13-2009 - Mayors, Other Local Officials Voice Support for Passenger Rail Service in Ohio
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03-06-2009 - 2010-2011 State Transportation Budget
Information and links related to ODOT's 2010-2011 State Transportation Budget efforts, including testimonies and presentations....
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02-27-2009 - Governor’s Office Announces Federal Recovery Act Update
All Expressions of Interest for Transportation Resources Must be Submitted to Recovery.ohio.gov No Later Than Tuesday, March 3 to Meet Federal Deadline...
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02-18-2009 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting - RESCHEDULED 3-12-2009
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02-11-2009 - ODOT Announces Aggressive Timeline to Reopen Innerbelt Lanes/Ramps
Many challenges lie ahead...
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01-22-2009 - Governor Appoints Jolene Molitoris as New Transportation Director
Beasley Announces Retirement from ODOT...
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12-22-2008 - ODOT paves way for Santa’s On-Time Deliveries to Ohio
New Bridges and Widened Roadways among the 493 projects completed in 2008...
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12-22-2008 - ODOT urges Extra Care and Planning while taking Holiday Trips
ODOT End-of-Year Holidays Traffic Advisory...
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12-15-2008 - Analysis targets Historic Use and Questionable Bidding Tactics behind High Salt Prices
ODOT to deliver report and recommendations to Governor Strickland...
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12-05-2008 - Attention Holiday Shoppers: Ice & Snow ... Take It Slow; ODOT Orange coming to stores near you
Nation’s Largest Retailer to share ODOT’s Winter Driving Safety Message with millions of Ohioans...
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12-03-2008 - ODOT and Ohio Trucking Association Partner to Keep Business Moving in Ice and Snow
1,100 Ohio Companies Get Behind Winter Safety Message...
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12-02-2008 - Ohio Department of Insurance joins ODOT to reduce Costly Crashes in Ice and Snow
Birthday, Clock, and Foot Weight Leading Factors in Winter Roadway Accidents...
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12-01-2008 - Notice of TWO Scheduled TRAC Meetings - 12-04 and 12-18
Notice of TWO Scheduled TRAC Meetings...
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11-26-2008 - ODOT to offer Assistance to Local Communities in Need of Salt
Recognizing that a significant number of local communities have been unable to access salt for this winter driving season, the department is expanding its Smart Salt Strategy to share some of the sta...
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11-25-2008 - ODOT Thanksgiving Holiday Traffic Advisory
ODOT urges Extra Care and Planning to prevent High Accident Rate this Thanksgiving...
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11-13-2008 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting
Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting...
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10-29-2008 - ODOT Crews launch Smart Salt Strategy in State’s First Snow Event
Motorists reminded: Ice and Snow…Take It Slow...
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10-20-2008 - Notice of Scheduled TRAC Meeting
Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its October meeting on Thursday, October 23, at 10:00 a.m., at the ODOT Central Office....
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10-16-2008 - Ohio’s Travel Choices underscore National Transportation Investment Effort
“Transportation for America” report part of Ohio's 21st Century Transportation Priorities Task Force research...
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10-14-2008 - ODOT readies Equipment to Maintain Safety during Ice and Snow Season
New “Smart Salt Strategy” introduced; Motorists reminded: Ice and Snow… Take It Slow...
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10-10-2008 - Safety at Intersections underlines Effort to “Put the Brakes on Fatalities”
ODOT, ODPS partner on reducing deadly accidents involving Ohio’s youngest drivers...
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09-29-2008 - ODOT Issues Warning To Drivers: Be On The Lookout For Deer
Recently Reduced Crash Numbers Should Not Give Drives a False Sense of Security...
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09-16-2008 - ODOT Crews targeting Debris, Dark Traffic Signals in Wake of Wind Storm
Ohioans accessing up-to-date traffic information on BuckeyeTraffic.org...
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09-11-2008 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting on 9-25-08
Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its regularly scheduled September meeting on Thursday, September 25, at 10:00 a.m., at the ODOT's Central Office in Columbus....
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08-28-2008 - ODOT Labor Day Holiday Traffic Advisory
Ohio Traffic expected to rise for Friday Start of Labor Day Weekend...
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08-18-2008 - ODOT advocates Safe Routes Back to School
With the end of summer break fast approaching for Ohio’s children, the department is advocating for a safe start to the school year by reminding motorists to watch for buses returning to the road and...
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08-12-2008 - ODOT connects more Ohioans with Specialized Transportation Grants
$3.7 million awarded statewide to improve transit for elderly, disabled Ohioans...
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07-30-2008 - New Technology and Lessons Learned Critical to ODOT's Bridge Safety Efforts
Anniversary of Minneapolis collapse reminder of aging ‘Baby Boomer’ bridges...
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07-29-2008 - Bridging the Gap: ODOT marks Anniversary of Minneapolis Bridge Collapse
State resources target safety on bridges with similar design. New outreach effort offers insight to local bridge needs...
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07-28-2008 - ODOT joins other States in Request for more Federal Investment in Bridge Safety
National Study shows $140 Billion Price Tag to Repair and Modernize America’s Baby Boomer Bridges...
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07-25-2008 - “Bendable Bus” of the Future to Highlight ODOT Display at Ohio State Fair
ODOT is showcasing a unique vehicle at this year’s Ohio State Fair, promoting the department’s efforts to support a more multi-modal transportation system throughout the state....
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07-17-2008 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting
The Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its regularly scheduled July meeting on Thursday, July 24, at 10:00am, at the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Central Office in Colu...
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07-01-2008 - Independence Day Traffic Update
Despite the record high gas prices found at fuel pumps across the state, highway travel this extended 4th of July holiday weekend is expected to rise, according to traffic experts with ODOT. With the...
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06-18-2008 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting
The Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its regularly scheduled June meeting on Thursday, June 19, at 10:00am, at the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Central Office in Colu...
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05-21-2008 - Memorial Day Weekend Traffic Update
The Memorial Day weekend is the first major travel event of the summer, and with highway construction season in full swing and more vehicles expected on the roads, ODOT wants drivers to put safety fi...
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05-15-2008 - Ohio’s Transportation Conversation targets State’s Diverse Regional Needs
Opinions also reveal Ohio motorists and businesses changing moods and modes, blaming record-high gas prices for switch to alternative transportation...
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04-14-2008 - ODOT invites all Ohioans to Join the “Transportation Conversation”
Industry experts, state leaders named to Ohio 21st Century Transportation Priorities Task Force...
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04-10-2008 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting
The Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its regularly scheduled April meeting on Thursday, April 17, at 10:00 a.m., at the ODOT’s Central Office....
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04-07-2008 - Orange Lights to Illuminate Need for Safety in Ohio’s Work Zones
Concerned by the deaths of 14 motorists and more than 1,860 injures from accidents in state's highway construction work zones last year, ODOT is trying a new way to illuminate the need for safety – b...
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04-02-2008 - ODOT Officially Kicks Off $2.5 Billion 2008-2009 Construction Season
Standing in front of the construction equipment that will soon be used to modernize Interstate 75 through downtown Dayton, ODOT's Director officially kicked off the department’s historic 2008-2009 Co...
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03-26-2008 - ODOT Enlists Army of Volunteers to Prevent Litter ‘Clear Across Ohio’
Hoping to prevent a $4 million problem marring Ohio’s highway system, the ODOT kicked off its annual spring litter cleanup this week by enlisting the help of an army of volunteers to prevent litter C...
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03-20-2008 - Easter Holiday Travel Update
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) knows this Easter holiday will be a busy time for the state’s roads and highways. In addition to the start of the highway construction season, the Easter ...
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03-10-2008 - National Leader in Transportation to bring Experience, Innovation to ODOT
Building upon Governor Strickland’s commitment to modernizing the state’s multi-modal transportation system, ODOT Director Beasley has appointed Jolene Molitoris, to Assistant Director at ODOT, capit...
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03-07-2008 - Don’t Crowd the Plow
ODOT Reminds Motorists to Give Snow Plows Room to Work. More winter weather forecast to impact drive times....
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02-19-2008 - Salt and Safe Driving Make Ohio’s Roadways Safer
With nearly 275,000 tons of salt on hand and more on the way, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) stands ready to battle the next winter storm, which is expected to move through Ohio....
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02-07-2008 - Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting
Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its regularly scheduled February meeting on Thursday, February 14th, at 10:00 a.m., at the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Centra...
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01-28-2008 - Ohio Blizzard of ’78 Anniversary Serves as Reminder:
As Ohio marks the 30th anniversary of the Great Blizzard of 1978, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is using the date to remind motorists: “Ice and Snow…Take it Slow.”...
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01-22-2008 - ODOT Directs Federal Transportation Funds to Help Ohio’s Children
In cooperation with communities across the state to make walking and bicycling to school a safe and routine activity once again, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is directing more than $4...
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01-07-2008 - ODOT to partner with Ohio’s Small Cities to preserve Roads and Bridges
Applications also being accepted for future Transportation Enhancement Projects...
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12-20-2007 - ODOT proposes New Timeline for Cleveland’s I-90 Innerbelt Bridge
Two Expedited Preservation Projects totaling $142 million will ensure Reliability for Northeast Ohio motorists...
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