regionalism
A black‑and‑white scene shows two individuals standing in front of a large informational display labeled “HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.” The display board features maps, architectural photographs of buildings, and charts related to housing programs. One person is positioned behind a table covered with documents, while the other stands beside them holding printed materials and a folder. The setting appears to be an indoor event or informational session, with various papers and displays arranged across the table.

Some final thoughts

Kathleen Lomako, Executive Director of SEMCOG, is retiring. She reflects on 42 years of service to Southeast Michigan.
Kathleen LomakoOct. 29 2020
regionalism
Person seated at dining table typing on a laptop in a room with dark furniture and a china cabinet visible behind them

Thoughts from home: Lessons learned during the pandemic

As I work from my dining room table, I am reflecting on some things I have learned during the pandemic...
Kathleen LomakoMay. 11 2020
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Educator sits at a table with children raising hands, with text about federal funds and Southeast Michigan Census participation.

Preparing for Census 2020: Southeast Michigan Counts!

The decennial Census is very important to local governments, as each resident that goes uncounted equals an estimated loss of $1,800 in federal funding.
Kathleen LomakoFeb. 10 2020
regionalism
Hands typing on a laptop showing “Goals 2020” over a field and sky, with a colorful blurred screen in the background.

Looking forward to success in 2020

As we close out our Founder's Week celebration of SEMCOG, we look forward to 2020. Here are just a few of the projects you'll hear us talking about this year...
Kathleen LomakoJan. 17 2020
regionalism
Long rows of bookshelves filled with books line a hallway illuminated by a series of hanging lightbulbs.

The pursuit of regional cooperation: the story of founding SEMCOG

For Founder's Week, Kathleen Lomako shares our origin story. SEMCOG was formally created January 1, 1968 after many hours of research, study, and deliberation.
Kathleen LomakoJan. 13 2020