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Executive Committee meets on July 26 SEMCOG's Executive Committee will meet at 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 26, 2007, in SEMCOG's downtown Detroit office. Action items to be considered by the committee are:
SMART will submit its budget to SEMCOG for review. The proposed operating budget contains $118 million in revenue and $116.4 million in expenses. The five-year capital budget totals $218.5 million. Contact: Kathleen Lomako, SEMCOG Deputy Director.
SEMCOG University: Lobbying 101: Techniques for a new political landscape SEMCOG University presents Lobbying 101: Techniques for a new political landscape on Wednesday, August 8, 2007, from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. (registration begins at 8:30 a.m.) in SEMCOG’s Buhl Building office in downtown Detroit. Term limits, technology, and creative opposition tactics have changed the ways in which officials communicate with local advocacy groups, contract lobbyists, local government organizations, other local governments, state officials, and legislators. Whether new to lobbying or a seasoned professional, this workshop will provide proven methods to help you deliver an effective message to the right people. Attendees should come prepared to participate. This SEMCOG University workshop is free-of-charge for members. Seating is limited. You are encouraged to reserve a spot by Wednesday, August 1, 2007. Contact: Raymonia Dale, SEMCOG Executive Administrative Assistant.
Oakland County Commissioner elected President of the National Association of Counties Oakland County Commissioner Eric Coleman, was elected President of NACo, the National Association of Counties on July 17, 2007, at their annual meeting held in Richmond, VA. NACo is the only national organization that represents county governments in the United States. NACo provides essential services to the nation’s 3,066 counties by advancing issues with a unified voice before the federal government, improving the public's understanding of county government, and providing value-added services to save counties and taxpayers money. In addition to representing Oakland County's 23rd District since 1996, Coleman is a business executive and former elementary, high school, and community college educator. He also served as President, Secretary, and Treasurer of the Southfield School Board (1986-1990). Commissioner Coleman has been a delegate to SEMCOG’s Executive Committee, Chairman of the Finance and Budget Committee, and a Taubman Fellow. Contact: Amy Malmer, SEMCOG Membership Manager.
Heat wave, but no Ozone Action days. Why? Through Tuesday, July 10, 2007, in the midst of the summer's first intense heat wave, no Ozone Action days have been called for Southeast Michigan. Why? Even though it's been hot, favorable winds have been mixing with clean air from the U.S. and Canadian border region, not allowing the air to become stagnant and produce the high levels of harmful ozone. Beginning this year, all gasoline sold in Southeast Michigan between June 1 and September 15 will be lower vapor pressure. This fuel reduces evaporative emissions and will help keep the air cleaner. Additionally, air monitors in Southeast Michigan show that we're in compliance with the national ozone standard. Last year marked the third straight year in which we've had no ozone violations. We need to continue our good habits. SEMCOG does encourage Southeast Michigan residents to practice "good habits every day." For a list of things you can do to help keep our air clean, please visit www.semcog.org. Contact: Sue Stetler, SEMCOG Communications Director.
Practicing good car care will help improve water quality in Southeast Michigan With more than four million vehicles in Southeast Michigan, SEMCOG reminds vehicle owners that good car care helps keep our lakes and rivers clean. If dirty water from washing cars or motor fluids gets into neighborhood storm drains or roadside ditches, local waterways become polluted. Anything that gets into neighborhood storm drains or roadside ditches goes untreated into local waterways. Here are a few individual actions that will help protect the region's lakes and rivers.
Please view the new SEMCOG video on how practicing good car care can help keep our water clean. Click on the Ours to Protect logo on SEMCOG’s Web site. Contact: SEMCOG Information Services.
Celebrating community down by the river on August 4 On Saturday, August 4, 2007, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., get outside and enjoy a day of kayaking, bicycling, and family fun on the blueway and greenway trails in Flat Rock, Gibraltar, and Rockwood, as well as Lake Erie Metropark and the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge. Take a bicycle tour through Lake Erie Metropark and visit the beds of blooming American Lotus. Enjoy the view of pristine Humbug Island and the wildlife on the Detroit River from the new observation deck at the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge. Bring your kayak or rent one from kayaking specialist, Riverside Kayak Connection, LLC, for two exciting group paddles along the lower Huron River and the canals of Gibraltar, both part of the Detroit Heritage River Water Trail. And with live entertainment, food and refreshments, and much more, there’s something for everybody. For more details on this upcoming event, visit www.mac-web.org.
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