transportation
A group of people attentively sitting and listening at a conference in a modern, bright room. Some have name tags, and a microphone is visible on a desk.

SEMCOG Hosts Bi-National Transportation Border Working Group

Continuing our 30-year engagement on cross border transportation, SEMCOG hosted a two-day meeting with transportation and border partners from the United...
Ian ThompsonMay. 8 2026
regionalism
Group of professionals and officials at a train yard in front of railroad cars, participating in a transportation and infrastructure event.

SEMCOG Freight Task Force Tours Key Freight Rail Facilities in Southwest Detroit: Showcasing the Strong Public-Private Collaboration in Southeast Michigan

The tour highlighted several sites of national and international significance that emphasize the vital role of rail in the region's economy.
Ian ThompsonJun. 9 2025
data
Repair of potholes and road maintenance work on asphalt pavement.

Pavement Conditions in Southeast Michigan: SEMCOG map now includes 2024 data

After several years of decline, pavement conditions in the region continue to improve. Local roads are beginning to catch up with roads managed by the MDOT.
Ian ThompsonMar. 14 2025
regionalism
Presenter speaks to attendees in a conference room as a screen displays SEMCOG data tools for local planning.

Unlocking the Future of Freight: SEMCOG Freight Stakeholder Workshop Highlights and Insights – Planned in Partnership with the Council for Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP)

Unlocking the future of freight transportation starts with understanding regional needs and challenges.
Ian ThompsonOct. 10 2023
data
A road roller smooths fresh asphalt on a rural roadway surrounded by trees, with traffic cones marking the construction area

Exploring the Outcomes: Analyzing the 2022 Federal Aid Road Rating Results – Southeast Michigan pavement condition trends show improvement

SEMCOG uses the PASER method to evaluate roads in the region on a two-year cycle. Roads are rated and categorized into good, fair, and poor conditions.
Ian ThompsonAug. 16 2023