Understanding road construction season in Minnesota
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Lately, it seems like no matter where you drive in Minnesota, you run into road construction — lane closures, detours, backed-up traffic and a lot of orange cones.
If you’re wondering, “Why now? Why so many projects all at once?” — you’re not alone.
MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests take a closer look at what’s behind this busy construction season.
Guests:
Anne Meyer is the media relations coordinator for the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
Charles Carlson is with the Metropolitan Council. He serves as the executive director of Metropolitan Transportation Services.
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