community and economic development
Aerial image of a waterfront community with commercial buildings, tree‑lined streets, and a wide river in the background.

Celebrating Economic Development Week: SEMCOG’s New Economic Development Council

Communities recognize those who work to drive economic prosperity, create job opportunities, attract and grow talent and businesses, and improve quality of life
David StruckMay. 10 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
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
environment
A presenter speaks at a SEMCOG meeting in front of a blue wall with the SEMCOG logo, while attendees listen in the foreground

SEMCOG Launches Southeast Michigan Healthy Climate Plan Website

This website provides a single source for task force meeting updates, data resources, input opportunities, funding programs, and other details on the project.
Katherine GranthamNov. 27 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
transportation
People explore electric and specialty vehicles at an outdoor showcase featuring cars, trucks, and buses arranged in a parking lot

Southeast Michigan Communities Plug into Electric Vehicle (EV) Fleet Expo and Ride & Drive

Last month, SEMCOG hosted the Community EV Fleet Expo and Ride & Drive at Canton Township's beautiful Summit on the Park.
Beheshtah MakariSep. 13 2023
bicycle and pedestrian travel
A presenter speaks to attendees seated at tables in a large meeting room as a slide showing a fire scene is projected.

2023 Annual Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Workshop

The annual TIM Workshop highlights the importance of providing first responders with adequate resources for keeping the transportation system safe.
Allison RaciszJul. 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
regionalism
Two adult sandhill cranes forage on the forest floor while a small crane chick stands behind them among leaves and grass.

Communicators Network: Spring Recap

Local government communicators shared information about some exciting up-and-coming spring and summer events.
Jon ClarkMay. 9 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