JEFFERSON CITY -In a letter to Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission Chairman Stephen Miller today, Gov. Jay Nixon asked the commission to conduct an analysis of options for utilizing tolls to improve and expand I-70 and free up resources for road and bridge projects around the state.
“A strong transportation system is critical to Missouri’s economic competitiveness, but Missouri’s transportation funding is approaching a critical juncture,” said Gov. Nixon. “That is why I am requesting that the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission analyze and provide options for utilizing tolls to address one of our most pressing transportation infrastructure needs – improving and expanding Interstate 70 – and to free up resources currently dedicated to repair and maintenance on I-70 for road and bridge projects throughout the state.”

A copy of the Governor’s letter is here