As part of an educational and advocacy campaign called "Pavements for Life" (www.pavements4life.com) motorists and taxpayers are being asked to speak out on the importance of safe, cost-effective, and environmentally-responsible choices for pavements used on America's highways and roadways. Site visitors have the opportunity to write short essays or even informal remarks about the right choices for sustainable, cost-efficient, safe highways and roadways.

The best of those responses will be eligible for a $500, $250, or $150 gift card presented as an honorarium for those whose personal experiences and perspectives are judged to be the most compelling arguments in favor of investment in better highway and roadway pavements. Other site visitors also may show their support simply by signing on an electronic petition in support of key issues.