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
community and economic development
Group of people standing together at an event with an “Internet for All” presentation screen and a WCCCD banner behind them.

The Critical Role of Local Governments in Expanding Broadband

Local governments must act to ensure residents, employees, public buildings, and businesses have access to fast, reliable, and affordable internet service.
Naheed HuqDec. 20 2022
legislation
Presenter speaks at a podium while others sit at a table, with a slide showing the SEMCOG Legislative Policy Platform.

Moving Forward into the New Legislative Session

SEMCOG enters the upcoming state and federal legislative sessions, as always, with a fresh set of bipartisan policies that we are eager to see implemented.
Michael SpenceDec. 12 2022
community and economic development
Colorful downtown street with historic buildings, a clock tower, lush landscaping, and bright blue sky with clouds.

SEMCOG Launches Workshop Series on Commercial District Revitalization

SEMCOG's five-year economic development strategy, "Increasing Shared Prosperity for a Resilient Economy," guides our agency and stakeholder partners.
Sarah TraxlerDec. 5 2022
environment
Speaker presents at a podium during a SEMCOG meeting, with a slide about the GREEN sustainability effort displayed on screen.

SEMCOG launches GREEN Task Force, seeks your input

Regional leaders recently held the first meeting of the GREEN Task Force, led by co-chairs Bryan Barnett (Rochester Hills) and Abdullah Hammoud (Dearborn).
Tyler KlifmanNov. 14 2022
community and economic development
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Cybersecurity for Local Governments: Strengthening Network Security Within and Between Michigan Communities

Your community may benefit from a cybersecurity specialist, as well as savvy employees throughout the organization.
Noah Bussell, AICPNov. 11 2022