Q:   WHY NOT JUST REQUIRE ROAD AGENCIES TO BE MORE EFFICIENT? "HOW ABOUT PRIVATIZING SOME OF THE SERVICES THEY PROVIDE?

A:   § Michigan's road agencies in general, and county road commissions in particular, are already some of the most privatized public operations. § Consider the Road Commission for Oakland County: - In 25 years, our staff has remained the same size. - During those 25 years, Oakland County has seen dramatic increases in traffic and traffic-related problems. - We are doing more work than ever today - we are doing it through contracted services. - We have contracted out not only the major construction work, such as paving, widening, and resurfacing, but many maintenance activities as well.

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