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    Pedestrian Crash Fatalities Reach Highest Total Since 2016

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    Housing Update Part 2 – Making it Happen

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    November 17, 2026 – Finance and Budget Committee

    The Finance and Budget Committee will review SEMCOG’s financial statements and draft audit for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026
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    November 17, 2026 – Navigating a Transportation Project through the NEPA/SEC.106/ROW Process

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    November 19, 2026 – Transportation Coordinating Council

    SEMCOG facilitates funding decisions and discussions related to the region’s transportation system starting with the TCC.
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    Housing Update Part 2 – Making it Happen

    SEMCOG’s 2026 Housing Series brought together local, state, and federal housing leaders to explore practical solutions for increasing housing supply,…
    Noah Bussell, AICPNov. 11 2026
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    SEMCOG’s October Communicators Network explored how placemaking, place keeping, and public art strengthen communities through culture, storytelling, and…
    Zachary PhelpsNov. 4 2026
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    Housing Update: Part 1

    Michigan homeowners and renters are facing record housing costs, with home prices and rents rising significantly since 2020. Explore the legislation, funding…
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    Regional Update

    November 3 – Pedestrian Crash Fatalities Reach Highest Total Since 2016, Daylight Saving Time Has Ended: Safe Streets Reminds Everyone to…
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    Pedestrian crash fatalities (100) reach highest total since 2016

    October 27 – In 2025, intersection crashes accounted for most traffic crash deaths (131) in Southeast Michigan…
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    This fall, be a champion for transportation safety

    Fall has arrived; the days are getting shorter and SEMCOG is launching its fall traffic safety education blitz on Monday, October 26. We…
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