Providing Transparency and Accountability
SEMCOG’s financial reports provide transparency and accountability in how resources are managed to support regional planning and collaboration across Southeast Michigan. These reports include annual budgets, work program summaries, completion reports, bylaws, and pension disclosures required by state law. Each document is designed to help members, partners, and the public understand SEMCOG’s priorities, funding sources, and governance structure. By sharing these reports, SEMCOG demonstrates its commitment to responsible stewardship of public funds and open communication about the initiatives that shape our region’s future.
About SEMCOG’s Work Program Reports
The Unified Work Program is SEMCOG’s annual blueprint for regional planning and collaboration. It outlines the priorities, projects, and strategies that guide transportation, environmental, and economic development efforts across Southeast Michigan. This program serves as the foundation for SEMCOG’s activities and partnerships, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements while addressing local needs. Through data collection, policy development, and technical assistance, the Work Program helps communities plan for safe, efficient infrastructure, resilient natural resources, and equitable access to opportunities. It reflects SEMCOG’s commitment to informed decision-making and coordinated investment that benefits all residents of the region.
About SEMCOG’s Completion Reports
The Annual Work Program Completion Report documents SEMCOG’s accomplishments in carrying out the tasks and objectives outlined in the Unified Work Program. It provides a comprehensive overview of progress made in areas such as transportation planning, environmental stewardship, economic vitality, and local government support. This report demonstrates how SEMCOG’s collaborative efforts translate plans into action—through data-driven analysis, regional coordination, and implementation of projects that improve quality of life in Southeast Michigan. By highlighting completed initiatives and measurable outcomes, the report ensures transparency and accountability while showcasing the value of regional cooperation.
About the Annual Operating Budget and Work Program Summary
SEMCOG’s Annual Operating Budget and Work Program Summary, a summarized version of the work program that includes our membership dues schedule, provides a transparent overview of how resources are allocated to support regional planning and collaboration across Southeast Michigan. Each fiscal year’s report outlines projected revenues and expenditures, funding sources, and major initiatives in areas such as transportation, environmental quality, economic development, and community engagement. These documents ensure accountability and help member governments, partners, and the public understand how SEMCOG leverages local, state, and federal funds to improve infrastructure, mobility, and quality of life throughout the region.
About SEMCOG Bylaws
The SEMCOG Bylaws define the organization’s structure, governance, and decision-making processes. They outline membership requirements, voting procedures, and the roles of the General Assembly and Executive Committee. These bylaws ensure transparency and accountability while fostering collaboration among local governments in Southeast Michigan. By publishing the bylaws, SEMCOG provides members and the public with a clear understanding of how regional policies are developed and implemented.
SEMCOG BylawsAbout the Annual Pension Report (Public Act 202 of 2017)
The Annual Pension Report fulfills the requirements of Michigan’s Public Act 202 of 2017, which promotes transparency in local government retirement systems. This report details SEMCOG’s pension funding status, actuarial assumptions, and contribution requirements. Its purpose is to inform members, stakeholders, and the public about the financial health of SEMCOG’s retirement system and demonstrate compliance with state reporting standards.
Annual Pension Report (Public Act 202 of 2017)