The Motorcyclist Advisory Council to the Federal Highway Administration has made recommendations to U.S. Transportation Secretary Mary Peters on various topics, including items for the next federal highway appropriations bill and encouraging the use of motorcycles as a form of congestion relief. Of special significance was the creation and approval of the 2008 Motorcyclist Road Conditions Survey. The purpose of the survey is to better communicate to the Motorcycle Advisory Council, road construction engineers, and transportation safety officials the specific needs of motorcyclists that should be considered when developing new roadways or altering existing routes. All riders are encouraged to take the 10-minute survey at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/MACMembersHighwaySurvey