Capitol News

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced an open house for the public to learn about planned road improvements on M-79 (Lawrence Avenue) and M-50 (Cochran Avenue) in Charlotte, Eaton County. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Charlotte City Hall, located at 111 E. Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI.

The open house is intended for residents, commuters, community stakeholders, and local businesses interested in the resurfacing and operational improvement projects planned for 2026. The projects will cover M-79 (Lawrence Avenue)/I-69 Business Loop from Vanlieu Street to Harris Street and M-50 (Cochran Avenue) from Beech Highway to M-79 (Lawrence Avenue)/I-69 Business Loop.

MDOT has provided accessibility information for the event. "Attendees who require mobility, visual, hearing, written, or other assistance for effective participation should contact Orlando Curry at 517-241-7462 or CurryO@Michigan.gov, preferably at least five business days prior to the scheduled meeting. Forms are located on the Title VI webpage. Requests made after this timeframe will be evaluated and honored to the extent possible."

For additional information or updates on the project, the public can contact the MDOT Lansing Transportation Service Center at 517-335-3754 or MDOT-LansingTSC@Michigan.gov. Updates are also available at www.Michigan.gov/Drive.