Posts Tagged ‘potholes’
Pothole season 2024!
Spring is here! Crocuses and tulips will soon be popping out of the ground. — And potholes will be popping up everywhere to remind us that we live in Michigan and that we need to exercise more caution when driving area roads. Road Commission of Oakland County (RCOC) crews will be working extra hard to…
Read MorePothole season 2023!
Spring is here! Crocuses and tulips will soon be popping out of the ground. — And potholes will be popping up everywhere to remind us that we live in Michigan and that we need to exercise more caution when driving area roads. Road Commission of Oakland County (RCOC) crews will be working extra hard to…
Read MorePothole reminder: File a report!
You’ve likely noticed the potholes in our streets if you’ve driven, walked, or biked through our neighborhood any time in the last few weeks. You can take action by filing a pothole report with the Road Commission of Oakland County (RCOC). It’s easy and does result in potholes being patched. RCOC will patch potholes in…
Read MorePothole season – 2022 version!
Just like clockwork! As soon as the days get a bit warmer, spring approaches, and the rains come, potholes appear and grow like weeds. The Road Commission of Oakland County (RCOC) has patrols out looking for issues but the number of potholes on the 1,700-plus miles of paved county roads and 230 miles of state…
Read MoreWhat can YOU do about potholes?
Don’t just be resigned to living with Michigan potholes! — Do something! You may think that, as someone living in Michigan, you just have to put up with them! Everyone hates them! But don’t assume that someone else has reported them. Don’t assume it’s a low priority. The sooner they are reported, the sooner they…
Read MorePothole repairs – What you should know
Do your part to assure that pothole repairs will be made! Everyone hates them! But don’t assume that someone else has reported them. Don’t assume it’s a low priority. The sooner they are reported, the sooner they will be fixed. That lowers the chance of them growing into more major issues. You can prevent more…
Read MoreKNIA Annual Meeting Report 2015
We had a good turnout for the 2015 KNIA Annual Meeting despite the harsh – but usual – Michigan February weather. Board elections were held. Incumbent members were reelected. They are: Alan Abrahams, Anthony Barbour, Steve Glick, Diana Katz, Joel Katz, Gladys Margosian, John Rofel, and Ron Toth. The budget was reviewed. Members voted to…
Read MoreReport a pothole 2014
Potholes are definitely nuisances and can even be a safety issue. The Road Commission or Oakland County and the Kimberley North Improvement Association asks for your help. Here’s how to report a pothole and get a response.
Read MoreWeather-related notices
From the West Bloomfield Township website: Emergency Notice: Due to the inclement weather conditions, general township offices will be closed on Monday, January 6. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The Police and Fire stations will remain open, and emergency services will be provided to the public. The Road Commission of Oakland County…
Read MoreWinter driving safety tips
Winter driving safety takes a few tips. Michigan’s winter weather can be very harsh and unpredictable. And the roads can be unforgiving if you let your guard down even for a moment. Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard advises you to always keep the following rule of thumb in mind is “When in doubt, don’t go…
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