Michigan Compiled Laws Act 69 Of 1993 Michigan Heritage Routes (247.951 - 247.958)

AN ACT to designate certain highways within this state as Pure Michigan byways; to provide procedures for additions, deletions, or changes to Pure Michigan byways; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies.

History: 1993, Act 69, Imd. Eff. June 22, 1993 ;-- Am. 2014, Act 445, Imd. Eff. Dec. 30, 2014

Section 247.951 Definitions.
As used in this act: (a) "Commission" means the state transportation commission. (b) "Department" means the state transportation department. (c) "Historic" means buildings, structures,...
Section 247.952 Intent Of The Legislature.
It is the intent of the legislature to establish this state's responsibility for the enhancement and enjoyment of Michigan's scenic, recreational, and historic resources...
Section 247.953 Heritage Routes; Characteristics.
Certain portions of the state trunkline highway system are so uniquely endowed by natural aesthetic, ecological, environmental, and cultural amenities immediately adjacent to the...
Section 247.954 Pure Michigan Byways; Establishment; Considerations; Designation; Trademark License; Action By Local Government.
In establishing Pure Michigan byways, the department shall consider the concept of the complete highway, which is a highway incorporating not only safety, utility,...
Section 247.955 Repealed. 2014, Act 445, Imd. Eff. Dec. 30, 2014.
Compiler's Notes: The repealed section pertained to identification of highways and publication of proposed routes.
Section 247.956 Planning, Design, Reconstruction, And Maintenance Of Pure Michigan Byways; Criteria.
Planning, design, reconstruction, and maintenance of all designated Pure Michigan byways is governed by the criteria established by this act to ensure that these...
Section 247.957 Additions, Deletions, Or Changes.
After a 30-day comment period and an opportunity for a public hearing, the department may make additions, deletions, or changes in the Pure Michigan...
Section 247.957a Designation Of Routes As Pure Michigan Byways.
No later than 1 year after the date the amendatory act that added this section is enacted into law, the department shall designate as...
Section 247.958 Report.
By December 31 each year, the department shall report to the commission, the governor, and the legislature the following information regarding this act: (a)...

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