bicycle and pedestrian travel
A speaker addresses a large group gathered in a bright event space with banners, display boards, cameras, and round tables.

Growing Together – Southeast Michigan Commits to a GREEN Future

The purpose of SEMCOG's GREEN initiative: to enhance and protect this beauty by Growing our Resilience, Equity, and Economy with Nature (GREEN).
Bailee PasienzaMay. 8 2023
regionalism
A cyclist waits at a crosswalk as a car passes through an intersection marked with school zone signs and traffic signals.

Safer People Mean Safer Transportation

To address the region's safety challenges, the Southeast Michigan Transportation Safety Task Force has chosen the Safe System Approach.
Trevor LaytonMay. 2 2023
bicycle and pedestrian travel
Audience listens to a presenter giving a regional forecast presentation in a conference room with a large screen.

That Happened Fast: 2022 Highlights

Executive Director Amy O'Leary share some of SEMCOG's highlights, achievements, and initiatives from 2022.
Amy O'LearyJan. 9 2023
bicycle and pedestrian travel
Audience seated in a conference room listening to a presenter speaking at the front of the room.

Top 5 Lessons Learned at the Southeast Michigan Regional Trails Summit

Last month's Regional Trails Summit brought together a great group of partners to discuss trail opportunities in Southeast Michigan.
Tyler KlifmanJan. 3 2023
bicycle and pedestrian travel
Three people sit outdoors on lawn chairs and a blanket with a dog at the center, all positioned on a grassy field.

Communities Come Alive at Parks in Summer

There is no shortage of summer celebrations and festivals throughout Southeast Michigan, many of which are easily accessible at our local or regional parks.
Amy MalmerJun. 22 2022
bicycle and pedestrian travel
Aerial view of a winding river bordered by grassy fields, trees, and a long paved walkway with railings running alongside the water.

Delay of Park Funds Puts Improvements at Risk

Michigan Senate Bill 1028 funds local park acquisition and development projects through the MNRTF.
Amy O'LearyJun. 9 2022
bicycle and pedestrian travel
Intersection in the City of Southfield featuring pedestrian crosswalk signs, yield signs, landscaped areas, and nearby office buildings at sunset.

As Funding for Popular TAP Program Increases, SEMCOG Sharpens Focus on Safety and Stormwater Management

SEMCOG's Regional Review Committee creates two new programs.
Kevin VettrainoApr. 20 2022
bicycle and pedestrian travel
A person sits in the driver’s seat of a car, holding a smartphone up with one hand while driving on a roadway with traffic cones ahead.

Distracted Driving and Work Zone Awareness

Distracted Driving Awareness Month reminds us that it is important to maintain safe driving habits and stay alert behind the wheel each and every day.
Jon ClarkApr. 14 2022
bicycle and pedestrian travel
Close‑up of hands holding and tapping on a smartphone, with digital graphics and glowing network elements surrounding the device.

Big Data

A byproduct of increased connectivity is the massive amount of data generated. Safely aggregated and stored, it can be used to improve transportation systems.
Chris WilliamsMar. 15 2022
bicycle and pedestrian travel
A person walks on a snow‑covered, brick‑patterned path using a cane for support, with winter conditions visible around them.

Spring into Effective Planning with SEMCOG’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Counts Map

Planners Chade Saghir, Data Analysis, and Brian Pawlik, Modeling and Mobility, integrate count data to improve experiences for all transportation system users.
Chade SaghirFeb. 21 2022