As severe flooding events persist and changing rainfall patterns worsen going forward, SEMCOG is working to understand vulnerabilities in the transportation and infrastructure networks in the region and determine best practices to address these challenges.
regional resilience improvement plan
SEMCOG has received funding through the Federal Highway Administration’s Promoting Resilient Operations for transformative, Efficient, and Cost-saving Transportation (PROTECT) Grant program, Erb Family Foundation through the Metropolitan Affairs Coalition (MAC), and MDOT’s State Planning and Research (SPR) program to create a Regional Resilience Improvement Plan (RIP). The Southeast Michigan Regional RIP will build on SEMCOG’s foundation of resilience work and accelerate implementation of equitable, nature-based resilience strategies across the region.
The project will kick off in January 2025. If you are interested in participating in the Regional Resilience Improvement Plan Task Force, please contact Rachael Barlock.
Southeast Michigan Regional Climate Resilience Framework
This document presents a comprehensive framework for enhancing climate resilience in Southeast Michigan, which is already experiencing the adverse effects of climate change such as recurrent urban flooding, extreme heat, and coastal erosion and flooding. The framework outlines proactive adaptation strategies for all entities in the region to pursue, distinguishing between high priority strategies for the near term and efforts to tackle over the long term. The strategies are further organized based on three primary stages of work: assessment, planning, and implementation.
Preparation of this document is financed in part through grants from and in cooperation with the Michigan Department of Transportation with the assistance of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, and other federal and state funding agencies as well as local membership contributions and designated management agency fees.
Southeast Michigan Climate Resiliency Funding Strategies
This comprehensive guide has been created to provide users with detailed information and guidance on a wide selection of funding programs that support diverse activities and initiatives such as nature-based solutions, equity, climate change, stormwater management, and risk reduction.
With a more detailed and thorough understanding of these programs, users will be empowered to make informed decisions and take advantage of the many funding opportunities available. Whether you are an individual or an organization, this guide is an essential resource that can help you explore new funding options and achieve your goals.
Southeast Michigan Climate Resiliency Data Portfolio
The Southeast Michigan Climate Resiliency Data Portfolio serves as a comprehensive resource for policymakers, planners, researchers, and community stakeholders, aiming to address the region’s challenges posed by climate change. It compiles an extensive range of data sources and tools crucial for assessing vulnerabilities, planning interventions, and enhancing community resilience. The portfolio includes references to interactive maps, downloadable datasets, and reports from state and federal government sources, covering critical aspects such as climate-related hazards, risk assessment, equity considerations, green infrastructure, elevation and land cover, infrastructure, hydro, and environmental data.
