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Worker in a safety vest uses a shovel beside heavy machinery applying fresh asphalt on a roadway construction site.

Rating Local Road Conditions

Addressing the needs of a road or bridge before the condition deteriorates to "Poor" can save millions of dollars in construction costs.
Ed HugDec. 18 2023
community and economic development
The upper floors of Henry Ford Hospital featuring two large blue signs with white lettering on the building’s exterior

Investing in our Healthcare System

The Gilbert Family Foundation, Henry Ford Health, and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab partner to establish a cutting-edge physical medicine and rehabilitation facility.
Brian ParthumOct. 6 2023
bicycle and pedestrian travel
Attendees at a Regional Transportation Plan public meeting, gathered around tables in a conference room, engaging with presentation materials and discussing transportation planning topics.

Charting the Road Ahead: Vision 2050 Regional Transportation Plan Workshops

SEMCOG is working on Vision 2050, the RTP for Southeast Michigan, to update investment priorities that will lead to a more connected future.
Chris WilliamsSep. 18 2023
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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
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Map interface showing speeding data across Detroit road corridors, with highlighted routes indicating locations where vehicles exceed speed limits

New Safety Tool Features Speed Data

SEMCOG has purchased historical vehicle speed data (2019-22) along with access to a new safety tool known as "ClearGuide Safety."
Brian PawlikAug. 8 2023
regionalism
A worker in a safety vest operates a large yellow vacuum truck with an extended hose arm on a tree‑lined street.

Great Lakes and Fresh Water Week Recap

This is a time to celebrate Southeast Michigan's abundant water resources through recreation and stewardship activities.
Bailee PasienzaJul. 10 2023
community and economic development
Three speakers stand behind a podium displaying “Boldly Go – Merit Member Conference 2023” in a conference room setting.

To Boldly Go… Merit Member Conference 2023 Recap

The conference presented an assortment of different efforts, programs, and initiatives to help connect people to robust, safe, and reliable high-speed internet.
Noah Bussell, AICPJun. 5 2023
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
community and economic development
A large cable reel feeds a utility line into a freshly dug trench at a construction site with sand and equipment visible.

Southeast Michigan Broadband Navigator: A Central Resource for a Connected Region

SEMCOG developed the Southeast Michigan Broadband Navigator as a dynamic resource for all those involved with and affected by broadband internet access.
Noah Bussell, AICPApr. 21 2023