Aug 30 – SEMCOG Meeting in Troy for Feedback on Regional Transportation Plan
They are encouraging ALL community members to help with shaping efficient, equitable, and sustainable transportation in Southeast Michigan.
SEMCOG Grants Include Rain Garden and Bioswale in Southfield and Other Local Projects
SEMCOG, the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, has awarded $900,000 to 10 local projects through the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Implementation Program.
Reduce Driving and Win Prizes – SEMCOG Commuter Challenge Starts May 1
Sign up and find your green commute options using Commuter Connect and record your trips for the chance to win prizes.
SEMCOG Grants to Help Local Cities with LED Streetlights, Pedestrian Paths and More
The Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) is a federally funded program to improve air quality by reducing carbon dioxide from on-road vehicle sources.
Downtowns Across Oakland County Come Together to Learn about Trends, Share Ideas
Main Street program managers across Oakland County gathered on Nov. 22 to get inspired by national leadership and to learn from each other.
Making the Call for Ozone Action Days: How the Decision Happens, and Why
When an area does meet the requirements for having an Ozone Action Day the public is notified through weather reports on the television and radio as well as in local newspapers.
July 19 Declared an Ozone Action Day
“As warm temperatures escalate, we can all help by avoiding things that lead to additional ozone formation,” said Amy O’Leary, SEMCOG Executive Director.
VIDEO: Help Keep Air Clean on Ozone Action Days, Including July 11
Here are some actions that Southeast Michigan residents can follow to help…
County Commissioners Work Together to Secure Funding for Broadband Coverage Study
“Throughout Oakland County, there are areas where the broadband infrastructure and access simply don’t exist,” Commissioner Weipert said.
VIDEO: Kickball Tournament Raises Money for Miracle Field Concession Stand
Teams included Orion Township, Rochester Hills, Oxford, Macomb, Bloomfield Township, and SEMCOG (Southeast Michigan Council of Governments).
Detroit Wins: Convention and Visitor’s Bureau CEO on Tourism Challenges and Successes
Molinari spoke about his organization’s efforts to bring sports events, conventions, and tourists to the area.
Debate Continues as Public Bodies Resume In Person Meetings
Oakland County Times recently sat in on a Michigan Townships Association (MTA) discussion giving leaders from across the state a chance to hear from an expert and ask questions. We then checked in with local officials for their thoughts on the pros and cons of remote meetings.
Orion Township Supervisor Chris Barnett Serving as SEMCOG Chair for 2022
SEMCOG, the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, announces that Chris Barnett, Orion Township Supervisor, is its new chairperson as of January 1, 2022.
Wixom and Rochester Hills Get TAP Grants for Trail Connections
TAP funding awardees were selected by SEMCOG’s Regional Review Committee, which is comprised of local elected officials in Southeast Michigan. Each of these projects have or will need matching/additional funding from other federal, state, philanthropic and/or local sources.
MML#5: Officials Learn about SEMCOG Water Resources Plan
MML#5: Officials Learn about SEMCOG Water Resources Plan (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 4, 2018) Grand Rapids, MI- Water can mean different things to different people depending on the context. To some, the value of lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands is measured in terms of the environmental impact. To others the threat of flooded basements and…
Ferndale Councilperson Melanie Piana Awarded Fellowship at Harvard
Ferndale Councilperson Melanie Piana Awarded Fellowship at Harvard Ferndale, Detroit, MI – Scott Benson, Detroit City Councilmember, and Melanie Piana, Ferndale City Councilmember, have been named Taubman Fellows and will attend the prestigious program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government at Harvard University this summer. Administered through SEMCOG, the Southeast Michigan Council of…
Another Step Closer: A Look at the Gordie Howe Bridge
Another Step Closer: A Look at the Gordie Howe Bridge (Guest View by Carmine Palombo, SEMCOG, Dec. 1, 2015) Last week, Canada celebrated the opening of the Herb Gray Parkway – essentially a $1.4-billion driveway to the new Gordie Howe Bridge. Michael Cautillo, head of the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority, charged with building and operating the…
Candidate Interview: Jeff Jenks Huntington Woods Commissioner (video)
Candidate Interview: Jeff Jenks Huntington Woods Commissioner (video) (C. Proxmire, October 13, 2015) Huntington Woods Commissioner Jeff Jenks is running for re-election, and in his candidate interview with oc115 the seasoned public servant gave many reasons why he hopes people will vote for him. Jenks brings extensive education and experience to the table. Not only…
Public Invited to Learn about Transit Options for Woodward Avenue
These events are aimed at giving local residents, business owners, and community, government, and agency leaders opportunities to learn about, and give their input on, possible mass transit options for the Woodward Avenue corridor.
Fire Dept Merger Study in progress, Ray Riggs Explains
The Ferndale Fire Department and the Hazel Park Fire Department have long been discussing the idea of a merger. In order to make that happen, the cities have enlisted the help of SEMCOG (South East Michigan Council of Governments) and consultant Ray Riggs.