Understanding road construction season in Minnesota

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.