How far in the future do you plan your road maintenance costs? Many county officials only make it through the next year, responding to needs as they arise. They track annual road maintenance costs using those numbers to make decisions going forward. But even with such a short-sighted view, it’s easy to see the challenges ahead: rising maintenance costs, stagnating …
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