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Blog The SEMCOG team covers a range of topics, projects, services, and issues important to Southeast Michigan and its local governments. category: local government efficiency

community and economic development
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Housing Update Part 2 – Making it Happen

SEMCOG’s 2026 Housing Series brought together local, state, and federal housing leaders to explore practical solutions for increasing housing supply,...
Noah Bussell, AICPNov. 11 2026
Housing
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Housing Update: Part 1

Michigan homeowners and renters are facing record housing costs, with home prices and rents rising significantly since 2020. Explore the legislation, funding...
Noah Bussell, AICPNov. 2 2026
community and economic development
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Murals and Public Art: Part 2

A July 21, 2026 SEMCOG University workshop highlighted how murals and public art can support placemaking, placekeeping, economic development, and community...
Noah Bussell, AICPSep. 15 2026
local government effectiveness
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Locals Lead: Demystifying AI

SEMCOG webinar explores AI tools, data-driven decision-making, and real-world implementation strategies for enhancing government and education services.
Sheryl TheriotDec. 31 2024
local government effectiveness
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Millage Renewals and Increases Successful while Marijuana Business Proposals Fall Short in November 5 Election

Michael Spence recaps results of local and state initiatives in the November 5 election for Southeast Michigan.
Michael SpenceNov. 19 2024
legislation
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Legislative Task Force Kicks Off Development of New Platform

Task force members discussed critical policy issues in smaller groups, focusing on infrastructure, communities, economy, and natural assets.
Michael SpenceJul. 26 2024
legislation
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Legislative Task Force kicks off next month – And they need your help!

The task force is comprised of members from cities, villages, townships, and education institutions from the seven-county Southeast Michigan region.
Michael SpenceJun. 12 2024
local government efficiency
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2024 Annual Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Workshop

Attendees included representatives from public safety, emergency management, MDOT, public works, road commissions, transportation, transit, and wrecker services
Adam ElghoulJun. 11 2024
local government efficiency
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SEMCOG 101

This orientation was designed for newly elected officials and those wishing to become more engaged with SEMCOG.
Amy MalmerJun. 3 2024
regionalism
Panelists seated in green chairs speak during Civility blog Panel, with a moderator standing at a podium in a modern meeting space.

An Evening of Civility

SEMCOG partnered with MAC, The Civility Project, Oakland University's Center for Civic Engagement, and Huntington Bank to present an Evening of Civility.
Amy MalmerMay. 22 2024
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