community and economic development
Stacked area chart showing wage and salary employment trends across multiple industries in Southeast Michigan from 2013 to 2023.

Storytelling with SEMCOG’s Economic Indicators

Newly updated, this tool have been expanded to include 16 new interactive charts, now totaling 30 across categories like Business, Talent, Place, and Prosperity
Brian ParthumJul. 18 2024
bicycle and pedestrian travel
SEMOG conference room with panelists and presentation screen at Southeast Michigan Council of Governments.

Navigating SEMCOG’s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Vision 2050

TIP is a short-term list of road and transit projects that is guided by the policies outlined in the RTP, Vision 2050.
Allison RaciszJun. 14 2024
bicycle and pedestrian travel
Aerial view of nine mile with new bike lanes and roadway markings

Southeast Michigan Communities Lead the Way in Transportation Safety Initiatives: Case Studies

Local leaders prioritize safety through innovative infrastructure such as roundabouts and engaging education programs.
Kevin VettrainoMay. 20 2024
bicycle and pedestrian travel
Aerial view of the roundabout at Geddes Road and US-23 in Michigan, showing multiple lanes of traffic navigating the circular intersection surrounded by green space and adjacent roadways.

Safety – in a Roundabout Way

Globally, statistics endorsed by the FHWA and IIHS affirm that crashes decrease with roundabout implementation.
Trevor LaytonMay. 15 2024
community and economic development
Four people sitting on outdoor benches around a table at a farm-style venue, sharing drinks and conversation in a sunny setting.

Our Aging Region

Astounding statistics predict a future where older adults outnumber children, prompting communities to prepare for change.
Grant BrooksApr. 24 2024
data
An adult helps a child practice riding a bicycle on a paved path in a park, with greenery and a “Park Office” sign nearby.

Using the Safe System Approach

The Safe System Approach refocuses transportation system design and operation on anticipating human mistakes and lessening impact forces.
Vickie SwansonApr. 23 2024
regionalism
Participants seated in a conference room as a presenter shares benchmarking data displayed on two large screens at the front.

What’s the Plan – Profile: Southeast Michigan Transportation Safety Plan

This plan identifies the region's key safety needs and guides investment decisions to reduce fatalities and serious injuries, while promoting safe travel.
Jenya AbramovichApr. 12 2024
data
Close‑up of U.S. Census 2020 documents and a pen placed on top of an American flag.

U.S. Census: Middle Eastern or North African (MENA) Added to Race and Ethnicity Data

In the past, most MENA-Americans fell into the White category, which made it impossible to count the population and difficult to assess community needs.
Xuan LiuApr. 9 2024
community and economic development
Two students at a career fest listening to demo

CTE Programs Boost Graduation Rates Nearly 15%

Career and Technical Education (CTE), and programs provide students the opportunity to explore careers and gain real-world skills.
Naheed HuqFeb. 12 2024
regionalism
A speaker stands at a podium addressing officials seated at a long table in a Washington Township government meeting room with flags displayed.

It Takes a Village: Community Approaches for Broadband Access – Recap of Washington Township’s Broadband Townhall and Addressing Local Challenges

The meeting provided an open opportunity for residents to talk about their concerns with internet access in Washington Township, and surrounding communities.
Noah Bussell, AICPJan. 23 2024