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Tri-County is directed by a board of 19 commissioners representing Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties, the City of Lansing, the region's other largest population municipalities, area road and transit agencies, and the Michigan Department of Transportation. They come together to resolve problems and guide development o Back to Committees Board of Commissioners Tri-County is directed by a board of 19 commissioners representing Clinton , Eaton , and Ingham counties, the City of Lansing , the region's other largest population municipalities, area road and transit agencies, and the Michigan Department of Transportation . They come together to resolve problems and guide development of the Greater Lansing area with a regional perspective, looking past county and municipal boundaries for the greatest good of our region’s citizens. The highest elected official of each county and the City of Lansing serve on the Commission as ex officio members. Tri-County commissioners are elected and appointed officials from the public and private sectors and are appointed to serve on the Board of Commissioners by their member organizations or municipalities. At the beginning of each year, the Board elects officers and appoints commissioners to Tri-County's committees . Other elected officials, citizens, and community leaders share their expertise with the Board by serving on advisory committees and technical groups. Full Board meetings are generally held on the 4th Wednesday of the month, unless otherwise noted in the calendar . Members Agendas & Minutes Meeting Dates Bylaws

We are diving into past studies and confirming previous community input to create a single, unified vision for Michigan Avenue that is technically feasible and implementable. Help us envision our current and future transportation needs - like walkability and ease of driving, riding the bus, and bicycling - and development desires - like access to businesses and emergency services, placemaking, and other designs that inspire vibrant public spaces for people and businesses along the corridor. THE VISION FOR LEARN MORE Learn More The Place. Michigan Avenue is more than a road. It connects world-class talent at Michigan State University in East Lansing to our State Capitol in Lansing, where decisions about the lives of Michiganders are made every day. This is Michigan's Avenue. LEARN MORE The People. We are passionate. We are engaged. We care. Join us as a member of our community and share your voice and vision to help create a vibrant future for Michigan's Avenue! EVENTS The Time. There have been many studies over the years for Michigan Avenue. Road construction is planned and development is happening! Now is the time to agree on a single, unified vision for the corridor. IMPLEMENTATION We've got history. Over the years, extensive studies have been conducted to explore ways to improve the corridor, including the 2014 Capitol Corridor Study by Tri-County and the 2017 Shaping the Avenue project by Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA). The timeline below outlines previous studies that have been completed, which are now setting the stage for a final, collective vision moving forward – The Vision for Michigan’s Avenue . Past Studies Button Button Button Button Button Button How is this study different? You've shared your ideas for years - we hear you! Since the most recent study in 2017 - Shaping the Avenue - our nation, region, and local communities have seen change. Michigan Avenue has new housing developments, road improvements, and more. We've also experienced a global pandemic that effectively shut down our world and potentially changed our priorities. We are diving into past studies and confirming previous input from the community to create a single, unified vision for the corridor that is technically feasible and implementable. This study is an opportunity to clarify our community's goals and objectives for the Michigan Avenue Corridor as we envision our current and future transportation needs - like walkability and ease of driving, riding the bus, and bicycling - and development desires - like access to businesses and emergency services, placemaking, and other designs that inspire vibrant public spaces for people and businesses along the backbone of our region's urban core. We can't wait to see what Michigan's Avenue will look like, together. What's Different This Time? Project Timeline Pre-Design Project Timeline Get Involved! September 22nd Join us for a Community Input Session on Thursday, September 22, 2022 from 5:30-7 p.m. at 2222 E. Michigan Avenue. RSVP today to hold your spot! RSVP NOW VIEW THE PRESENTATION Get involved. We recognize that the community's priorities and values may have changed in the past several years, especially with a global pandemic. Help us confirm public input that has been collected through previous studies and share new goals and desires for Michigan's Avenue! Our survey is now closed. Stay tuned for more opportunities! Explore the Corridor! Navigate the map below to view signalized intersections, bus stops, planned construction projects, cultural districts, and more along Michigan's Avenue! We encourage you to use this information as food for thought when sharing your input and thinking about what you want to see along the corridor. What cultural district do you spend the most time in? Do the bus stops along the corridor meet your needs? Do you use intersections more than others? These are just a few questions you can think about when you take the survey or attend a community event ! Why Now? Implementation is coming. With the City of Lansing's planned road construction along Michigan Avenue in 2023 and 2024, this is a pivotal moment to take a step forward in enhancing the corridor and making sure our community's projects work toward a shared vision! Below are frequently asking questions and thought starters that we will continue to update throughout the duration of the project to keep the community informed as the study and future road projects proceed. Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Why does another study need to be done? A lot has changed since the last study was completed in 2017 (Shaping the Avenue). There have been new developments, placemaking and events, and infrastructure investment in recent years along Michigan Avenue, and we’ve experienced a global pandemic that shut down our world and potentially changed our priorities. This study provides an opportunity to voice those changes and confirm past ideas shared. The City of Lansing also has road projects scheduled for construction in 2023 and 2024 - this study will help inform the design for these projects to make sure we are working together toward a shared vision! Lastly, many studies have been completed over the years. Public feedback, technical analysis, and recommendations from that work are being considered for this study to create a single, unified vision that we all - residents, business and property owners, local governments, and more - can compromise on and agree to implement. Who is involved in this study? This study - The Vision for Michigan's Avenue - is led by the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission (Tri-County), which serves as the Greater Lansing region's Metropolitan Planning Organization and Economic Development District. These designations by the federal government enable communities in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties to receive federal funding to improve transportation infrastructure and mobility, including roads, bridges, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, public transit, and safety projects, and stimulate economic development and community investment. The project's technical advisory committee is comprised of Tri-County staff and the agencies that have jurisdiction over the road and own assets along the corridor – the City of Lansing, City of East Lansing, Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA), and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). They serve as key partners that will help implement improvements identified in the study. A wide variety of community leaders and organizations, like the Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority and Sparrow Hospital, are also invited to participate in focus groups to be a part of creating - and ultimately, helping put into action - this vision for Michigan's Avenue. Tri-County has partnered with Progressive AE, an architectural design and engineering firm, to assist in the development of the study. There are also several opportunities for the public to provide input, including a survey and multiple community events. Stay tuned and check back for more details! We are seeking feedback from those who live and work in the immediate vicinity of the corridor whose daily lives could potentially be impacted, as well as people from across the region and state who can help explore how we can make Michigan's Avenue a destination for all. When is planned road construction supposed to begin? In the short term, the City of Lansing has secured federal funding that targets road rehabilitation work on Michigan Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Clemens Avenue in 2023 and from Clemens Avenue to Charles Street in 2024, which will also see operational improvements with modernized traffic signals. Longer term, The Vision for Michigan's Avenue will provide opportunities to secure funding to further implement this collective, unified vision along the corridor for both transportation improvements and other potential placemaking enhancements. Funding for road, pedestrian, or bicycle projects could come through Tri-County's Transportation Improvement Program (www.mitcrpc.org/tip)or other federal/state/local government sources. Funding for economic development projects could come from public, nonprofit, private, or other community grant programs. As an example, the Michigan Avenue Corridor Improvement Authority, Community Foundation, and City of Lansing are currently commissioning façade improvements for several businesses along Michigan Avenue! How much will planned road construction cost? The City of Lansing’s planned projects for 2023 and 2024 will begin design in winter 2022. Updates to project costs will be provided after design begins. At this time, nearly $5 million is currently allocated to road rehabilitation and traffic signal modernization work. How long will construction last? Coming soon! Where can I find media materials? View the project announcement here.(https://www.mitcrpc.org/post/tri-county-unveils-plan-for-unified-vision-of-michigan-avenue) Download a print-friendly PDF version of the press release here.(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/MichAvePressRelease2022) Media inquiries may be directed to Nicole Baumer, Deputy Director at the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, at nbaumer@mitcrpc.org. Stay in touch. If you’d like to stay in the know on this project, please leave your contact information! Have more questions? Contact info@mitcrpc.org or attend a community event. Stay In Touch Meet the technical team. CONTACT INFORMATION 3135 Pine Tree Rd. | Suite 2C | Lansing, MI 48911 | Directions P: (517) 393-0342 | F: (517) 393-4424 | Email Us Visit our staff page for questions about specific programs. CONNECT WITH US STAY IN TOUCH SUBSCRIBE THINKING AHEAD. MOVING FORWARD. © 2018 by the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. All rights reserved. Disclaimer | Accessibility | FOIA | Sitemap Top of Page Learn More Past Studies What's Different This Time? Project Timeline Get Involved! Why Now? Frequently Asked Questions Stay In Touch

Tri-County partnered with the Middle Grand River Organization of Watersheds (MGROW) to create a water trail development plan to improve the connectivity, accessibility, and quality of our region's main water trail, the Middle Grand River. The state selected the river as one of the first state-designated water trails. HOME > PROJECTS & DOCUMENTS > ENVIRONMENT & NATURAL RESOURCES > WATER TRAIL DEVELOPMENT PLAN Document Library Middle Grand River Water Trail Development Plan On December 20, 2018, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the selection of the Middle Grand River Water Trail , which has 33 access sites that provide a variety of experiences for paddlers of all experience levels, as one of the first waterways in Michigan to be a state-designated water trail. The Middle Grand River Water Trail, which extends 87 miles throughout Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, and Ionia counties, was included in the first round of designations made by the DNR and the Office of the Great Lakes. The granting of this designation signifies our region's water trail provides a quality trail experience, offers clear information for users, and enjoys broad community support. To become designated, the DNR’s new water trails program requires local water trail organizations to have established water trail plans that address components such as safety, stewardship, historic and cultural resources, education opportunities, funding, signage, management and development, local land and water use laws, and marketing and promotion. Tri-County partnered with the Middle Grand River Organization of Watersheds (MGROW) to create this water trail development plan to improve the connectivity, accessibility, and quality of our region's main water trail, the Middle Grand River. Quality recreational amenities greatly improve the quality of life of Greater Lansing’s residents and visitors and make our region a more competitive place to live and play. Tri-County and MGROW are continuing to explore options for improved signage, kiosks, guidebooks, and other resources for the Middle Grand River. View additional publications below: Middle Grand River Heritage Water Trail MDNR Map - First State-Designated Water Trails Middle Grand River Water Trail Map

Tri-County has pursued a variety of grant opportunities for special projects that have been since been completed. View our successes here! PAST PROJECTS MI Capital Region Data Dashboard https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1840e9_889367ec61714966bab32175204f09d7~mv2.png The Regional Prosperity Initiative (https://www.mitcrpc.org/glrpi)for the State of Michigan's prosperity regions was initiated in FY 2014 and required the management of a performance dashboard of data, detailing the economic progress and status of our region. Snapshots of our region's key indicators were captured throughout the dashboard, titled MI Capital Region,(http://www.micapitalregion.com/) providing stakeholders a foundational map that measured success, opportunities, and assets. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1840e9_a9b8af0b82254ecfa146f2426aa6e953~mv2.png This coordinated measurement tool tracked critical economic, educational, workforce, health, environmental, and social data metrics, to helped empower communities and regional stakeholders in our region to pursue strategic change, together. Following the sunset of the state's Regional Prosperity Initiative, Tri-County continued to maintain the data dashboard. In 2024, Tri-County worked with Headlight Data to develop a new dashboard under the same name for the latest economic, workforce, and demographic data for the region. View the dashboard at mitcapitalregion.org.(https://micapitalregion.org/) Imagine Mid-Michigan https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined The Imagine Mid-Michigan (IMM) program was an outcome of Tri-County Regional Planning Commission’s partnership with Portland State University’s Urban Sustainability Accelerator program. This 12-month program included the development of updated growth trends in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties out to 2040; a taxpayer impact analysis of said growth trends compared to compact growth; a feasibility study of the transfer of development rights in Mid-Michigan; a case study for diverse housing in Mid-Michigan; visits by Michele Reeves and Robert Liberty to provide insight and data concerning the success of our downtowns; tours of successful housing and farmland preservation programs in the state; and regular social convenings, which served as a peer-exchange of regional leaders from Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties learning best practices for land use. At the core of IMM activities were the objectives of Tri-County's 2005 Regional Growth: Choices for our Future (https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/2005RegionalGrowth)policy document. A key element of the Long Range Transportation Plan (mitcrpc.org/mtp )and a mission of the agency, the objectives of said document were meant to implement a sustainable growth pattern and transportation network in Mid-Michigan. They included: • Intergovernmental Cooperation • Public Participation • Equitable Growth and Redevelopment • Environmental Protection • Housing for All Community Residents • Enhancing and Preserving the Existing Road Network • Emphasize Transit & Non-Motorized Modes Rather than Further Expansion of the Road Network in Rural Areas • Urban and Rural Service Areas • Farmland, Open Space and other Natural Resource Protection • Greenways and Walkability • Park and Recreation Expansion and Linkages • Historic Preservation & Cultural Facilities • Compact Settlement • Clustered Development Areas • Phased Growth • Strengthening Urban Cores • Viable Neighborhoods, and • High Density Mixed Uses These Regional Growth policy objectives have been implemented by Tri-County staff throughout their respective program areas. For the former Land Use program, which is now integrated into the new Community Development program, this included the ongoing study and promotion planning policies such as urban service boundary and various tax-revenue sharing programming. The IMM program was an implementation activity of Tri-County and its Urban and Rural Service Management (URSM) Committee, which discussed regional cooperation in designating an urban service (water and sewer) boundary and the efficient sharing of services between jurisdictions The URSM Committee was awarded a Partnerships for Change: Sustainable Communities research grant through the Land Information Access Association (LIAA). LIAA is a non-profit planning firm based on northern Michigan with staff who work across the state to facilitate regional cooperation and other local service partnerships. LIAA staff facilitated the development of a Tri-County Urban Services Management Study.(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/2011UrbanServiceStudy) The Study outlined a feasible strategy for implementing an urban service boundary within the committee memberships' jurisdictional boundaries. The committee members included Lansing, East Lansing, the nine urbanized townships surrounding the two cities, Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties, and a few outlying county jurisdictions such as Williamstown Township and the City of Mason. Prior to the commencement of the Study, the committee members completed a Community Collaboration Survey, reporting that almost every member felt that the time was right for the development of an urban service boundary. With this understanding, committee attendance was incredibly engaging and conversations related to the development of a boundary were notably positive between members. Pollution Isn't Pretty https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission partnered with the Middle Grand River Organization of Watersheds (https://www.mgrow.org/)and several Mid-Michigan watershed groups and agencies to rollout a water resources brand, Pollution Isn’t Pretty.(https://www.mywatersheds.org/) The campaign streamlines multiple organizations' educational efforts to create clear, consistent messages that educate area residents about water quality concerns and what they can do to reduce pollution and protect our region’s water resources. This campaign received the 2013 Gold ADDY Award. The ADDYs are considered the world's largest advertising competition that recognizes creative excellence in all forms of media and design. Greater Lansing Area Clean Cities From 2017-2019, Tri-County housed and coordinated the Greater Lansing Area Clean Cities (GLACC),(http://michigancleancities.org/) a coalition of stakeholders working locally to implement alternative and renewable fuels, idle reduction measures, fuel economy improvements, and emerging transportation technologies. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined GLACC's projects, led by Tri-County staff and guided by their Board of Directors, worked to achieve cleaner air, reduced emissions, and energy security in Mid-Michigan through alternative fuel and vehicle usage, and fuel economy practices. Members and stakeholders have included fleets, corporations, nonprofit organizations, utilities, local governments, and individuals – anyone interested in ways cleaner fuels, vehicles, and practices can improve our air quality and reduce petroleum dependence through local activities that grow the market for alternative fuels and advanced vehicles. Projects included: • Information sharing and public education of best practices, technological advancements, and grant opportunities for businesses and private fleets • Events like Alternative Fuel Vehicle Odyssey Day and Ride & Drives, which featured educational sessions and offered the opportunity to test drive all-electric and hybrid vehicles • Partnerships and initiatives with Midwest EVOLVE, the Michigan Agency for Energy, Lansing Community College, Dean Transportation and local schools, Michigan to Montana (M2M) Alternative Fuels Corridor (https://www.michigancleancities.org/michigan-to-montana-m2m-alternative-fuels-corridor/#:~:text=The%20M2M%20project%20covers%20a,and%20compressed%20natural%20gas%20vehicles.)along I-94, and more! Clean Cities dates back to the Alternative Motor Fuels Act of 1988 and the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. These laws, which encouraged the production and use of alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) and the reduction of vehicle emissions, led to the creation of the Alternative Fuels Data Center (https://afdc.energy.gov/)(AFDC) in 1991. The AFDC's mission was to collect, analyze, and distribute data used to evaluate alternative fuels and vehicles. In 1992, the enactment of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (https://epact.energy.gov/)(EPAct) required certain vehicle fleets to acquire AFVs. Subsequently, the U.S. Department of Energy created Clean Cities in 1993 to provide informational, technical, and financial resources to EPAct-regulated fleets and voluntary adopters of alternative fuels and vehicles. Learn more about GLACC and its initiatives at michigancleancities.org.(http://michigancleancities.org/) Mid-Michigan Program for Greater Sustainability https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined The Mid-Michigan Program for Greater Sustainability (MMPGS) was funded over the course of three years from 2012-2014 by a $3 million U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) S(https://www.hud.gov/)ustainable Communities Regional Planning Program grant awarded to the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. Tri-County, our local partners, and the Michigan State Housing Development Authority offered more than $5,200,000 in local matching contributions of services, expertise, participation, and funds to make this program worth over $8.3 million. Tri-County partnered with the Greater Lansing Housing Coalition, Mid-Michigan Environmental Action Council, Michigan State University,(https://www.canr.msu.edu/spdc/research-outreach/mid_mi_program_for_greater_sustainability) Michigan Energy Options, local municipalities (Ingham County, Clinton County, Eaton County, Cities of Lansing and East Lansing, Williamston, Village of Webberville, Townships of Leroy and Williamstown, Charter Townships of Meridian and Lansing) to lead the implementation of the program. Other organizations and agencies from housing, community development, economic development and business, land use, infrastructure, environmental, and equality and diversity industries also participated. The primary planning products or projects of this grant funded sustainability planning effort included: • Develop a 5-year Comprehensive Regional Fair & Affordable Housing Plan(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/AffordableHousingPlan) • Develop a Regional Affordable Housing Study(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/2013HousingStudy) • Build capacity in the region through a Community Reinvestment Fund(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rpuYE4H1aA&t=8s) • Develop an Energy Audit Study of Built Structures(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/MMPGSEnergyAudit) • Build capacity for a Regional Urban Service Management Area(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/2011UrbanServiceStudy) • Promote a prioritized green infrastructure system: Greening Mid-Michigan(https://migreencommunities.com/) • Development of a Sustainable Design Portfolio for the Michigan Avenue Corridor(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/CapitolCorridor) • Build capacity for Complete Streets (https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/CompleteStreetsSubProjects)planning and implementation • Evaluate and promote sustainability efforts: An Online Portal (https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/MMPGSProjects)for information sharing https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined Children's Water Festival In 1995, the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission and the Groundwater Management Board (GMB) (https://www.mitcrpc.org/gmb)hosted the first Children’s Water Festival in Michigan at Michigan State University. In total, seventeen festivals were held over 20 years. The festival was always well received and considered a great success serving over 35,000 elementary students from area schools. The free festival provided an interactive field trip for students to learn about the importance of our environment, water resources, and their role in protecting and conserving it. The students participated in hands on activities led by local water management professionals. Over the years, hundreds of professional volunteers provided presentations to students, emphasizing the importance of water-related careers. From the beginning, the GMB strived to provide an excellent event experience. Unfortunately over time, the logistics of the festival become more and more challenging. In 2015, the GMB staff was approached by the Michigan State University (MSU) Science Festival coordinators looking to learn from our festival experiences. The MSU Science Festival reaches over 30,000 people per year, and was seeking water focused presentations for elementary students. The result was a partnership that led to the Children’s Water Festival being permanently incorporated into the MSU event. This opportunity allowed the GMB to redirect its efforts while still achieving the goal of water education for youth. GMB volunteers and Tri-County staff continue to present and participate at the MSU Science Festival; it has merged into a beneficial partnership. Aerial Photography Since 2010, Tri-County has historically served as a liaison for coordinating aerial imagery flyovers of the Greater Lansing area every five years in partnership with our regional municipalities, the state, and various local and county agencies. In early March 2020, all aerial data was collected in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties by airplane. Early spring "leaf-off" conditions allowed for a higher quality of ground-level detail without the interference of leaves on trees. The aerial flyover provides Mid-Michigan with 3-inch resolution photographs of our landscape in our urbanized areas and 4-inch and 6-inch resolution in suburban and rural areas, respectively. Fortunately, snow in Spring 2020 allowed for earlier than usual aerial imagery collection. However, due to the coronavirus, the processing and delivery of collected data were delayed until late 2020 and early 2021. The project was completed in May 2021, and aerial data has been distributed to all the participating municipalities. Starting in 2024, Tri-County initiated organizing vendor selection and negotiations to prepare for the flyover. In 2025, Tri-County will again facilitate the aerial imagery flyover for our regional partners during this multi-month project. The 2025 flyover will be part of a region-wide effort coordinated with and funded by local, county, public utility, and state agencies. If you have questions, please contact GIS Coordinator Laura Tschirhart at LTschirhart@mitcrpc.org.(mailto:LTschirhart@mitcrpc.org) If you are interested in obtaining images from the regional flyovers, please contact the appropriate municipality. ByProduct Synergy https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined Achieving Pollution Prevention Success - Funded by a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Pollution Prevention (P2) grant, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), in partnership with the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission (TCRPC), piloted a Byproduct Synergy (BPS) program (https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/ByProductSynergy)to reuse manufacturing byproducts. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined The pilot’s goal was to help manufacturers match byproduct streams to other facilities’ needs for raw materials, reducing quantities destined for disposal, and lowering the costs associated with purchasing raw materials. The BPS program identified, inventoried, and established public and private members - several businesses, townships, power companies, and water and sewer departments - and attempted to create specific synergistic relationships between its members. The Michigan ByProduct Synergy (BPS) program ran from October 2011 through September 2014, holding "Meet your Match" speed dating events, where businesses, agencies, producers and suppliers came together to see if they could find their match. Organizations from manufacturing, agriculture/food production, mineral recovery, transportation, processing/distribution, construction, and professional offices participated to improve efficiencies, save money, and re-think waste by-products. BPS aimed to: • repurpose what what has been traditionally considered waste. • reduce emissions • reduce energy, raw material, and disposal costs • improve productivity, profitability, regulatory compliance, and community relations • develop new products and markets • protect the environment and our natural resources • recude costs and waste Health Impact Assessment Tool Using funds from the Mid-Michigan Program for Greater Sustainability (MMPGS) HUD grant, the Mid-Michigan Health In All Program, MMPGS partners, Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, and Michigan State University partnered together to create the Health Impact Assessment (HIA) Toolkit (https://hiatoolkit.weebly.com/)in 2015. The HIA tool was created to assist developers and other users with understanding the feasibility of a development and the impact it may have on the health of a population in our region. While decision makers in public and private sectors often have direct or indirect impact on individual and community health, health considerations are not commonly included in the planning and decision making process. This free, online Mapping and Impact Assessment Tool supports local leaders, community planners, landowners, developers, and the public in assessing the potential health, environmental, and social effects of policies and changes to the built environment. With this tool a user can locate a project on an online base map, select and visualize mapped information about that location and surrounding areas, and evaluate the project using an impact assessment checklist approach. Greening Mid-Michigan https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined Greening Mid-Michigan evolved from the Tri-County Regional Growth Study released in 2005, which built consensus on a preferred vision for land use growth in our communities over the next 25 years. The report recommended that “Open Space and Resource Protection” be promoted through region-wide planning efforts based on four main principles. • Farmland and other natural resources should be protected in an equitable, fiscally responsible manner to preserve the heritage, environment, quality of life and long-term sustainability of the region. • Pathways, sidewalks, trails and on-street bicycle facilities should be developed and enhanced to provide alternatives to motorized transportation, improve linkages to recreational opportunities for regional residents, and provide public health benefits by offering opportunities for physical activity. • Parks and recreation development and expansions should emphasize linkage of facilities through greenways based on the regional vision and the adopted Regional Non-Motorized Systems Plan. • The region’s significant built and living heritage, historic sites, cultural facilities and neighborhoods should be protected, preserved, and enhanced. With support from the Mid-Michigan Program for Greater Sustainability HUD grant funding, Tri-County led Greening Mid-Michigan and collaborated with regional groups over a three-year period, including the Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance, The Greater Lansing Regional Committee for Stormwater Management, Clinton and Eaton Conservation Districts, the Land Use and Health Resource Team, local and county park and recreation departments, Ingham and Clinton Agricultural and Open Space Preservation Programs, and others, to develop a regional vision for green infrastructure planning for Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties. The final vision can be viewed here (https://mitcrpc.app.box.com/v/GreeningMidMichigan)or in our Projects & Documents Library. MMPGS GLACC Aerial Photogaphy

Tri-County offers services to the community to help advance local and regional goals for improving the Greater Lansing area. Our services help fulfill both our local communities' technical needs and implementation strategies outlined in our federally-mandated planning documents. HOME > PROGRAMS & SERVICES > SERVICES & TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Services & Technical Assistance Tri-County offers services to the community to help advance local and regional goals for improving the Greater Lansing area. Our services help fulfill both our local communities' technical needs and implementation strategies outlined in our federally-mandated planning documents for the tri-county region. Fees may apply. Available services may vary depending on scope and resource availability. Eligible Organizations Participating Governments/Agencies Community Partners Grant Applicants Services Facilitation As a neutral convener for the region, Tri-County is uniquely positioned to host and facilitate regionally significant discussions surrounding our mobility, regional assets, development patterns and needs, environmental sustainability, and other topics impacting our region's prosperity. For more information on how we can help facilitate a conversation, contact us here.(mailto:info@mitcrpc.org?subject=Facilitation Inquiry) Need a meeting space? Our two office meeting rooms are equipped with audiovisual technologies and can accommodate up to 40 individuals, dependent upon room layout and meeting needs. Contact us (mailto:info@mitcrpc.org?subject=Meeting Room Inquiry)for cost information and availability of rooms. Mapping Services Don't see a map you're looking for in our Map Gallery?(https://www.mitcrpc.org/maps) Request a map (https://mitcrpc.org/maps#maprequestform)using our submission form. We can create maps that are static (PDF) or interactive (GIS/Google) for a variety of socioeconomic, transportation and infrastructure, natural resource, and boundary datasets. Technical & Data Assistance Tri-County maintains a variety of data resources for the region and has several in-house technical staff specializing in assisting local communities with data, research, and educational requests. Below are examples of technical assistance and data-related activities we can provide: • data requests (e.g., employment, population projections) • data collection (e.g., traffic counters) • pavement condition rating (PASER) • transportation modeling • microstudies and special projects • trainings and educational materials • GIS requests Request data or technical assistance here.(info@mitcrpc.org) Street Naming Tri-County maintains a database of road names so developers and local planners looking to name a new street can check naming availability with Tri-County. Contact us (mailto:ltschirhart@mitcrpc.org?subject=Street Naming Request)to determine if your road name is available. Grant Administration Tri-County offers its expertise in administering grants for projects and programs that advance local or regional goals, especially those outlined in our long-range Metropolitan Transportation Plan,(https://www.mitcrpc.org/mtp) Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy,(https://www.mitcrpc.org/ceds) Tri-County Water Policies & Programs Guide,(https://www.mitcrpc.org/waterguide) and Regional Growth: Choices for our Future (https://mitcrpc.app.box.com/v/2005RegionalGrowth)policy document. As federal, state, local, and/or special grant funding is made available, Tri-County works with local communities and regional partners to determine projects and disburse funding resources in support of our planning documents and regional priorities. Public Presentations Tri-County's staff members are available to give presentations on a range of topics to government bodies, civic groups, and other organizations. We offer these presentations as a way to share our knowledge on regional trends and program areas with the community at large. Contact us (mailto:info@mitcrpc.org?subject=Presentation Request)to make a presentation request or visit our programs page (https://www.mitcrpc.org/programs)to learn more about our initiatives and areas of expertise. Letters of Support Organizations seeking letters of support for funding applications, special projects, studies, collaborative partnerships, and other initiatives that advance the region and support goals outlined in Tri-County's planning documents may contact us (mailto:info@mitcrpc.org?subject=Letter of Support Request)to request a letter of support. Master Plan Reviews Tri-County staff reviews local communities' master plans for alignment with principles, trends, recommendations, and best practices outlined in our long-range Metropolitan Transportation Plan,(https://www.mitcrpc.org/mtp) Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy,(https://www.mitcrpc.org/ceds) and Regional Growth: Choices for our Future (https://mitcrpc.app.box.com/v/2005RegionalGrowth)policy document. Contact us (mailto:nbaumer@mitcrpc.org?subject=Master Plan Review Inquiry)to submit your plan or request additional information. Asset Management Readiness Assessment In collaboration with the Michigan Infrastructure Council,(https://www.michigan.gov/mic/0,9260,7-380-92950---,00.html) Tri-County staff will be offering assistance to local agencies impacted by PA 323,(https://www.legislature.mi.gov/documents/mcl/pdf/mcl-Act-323-of-2018.pdf) 324,(https://www.legislature.mi.gov/documents/2017-2018/publicact/pdf/2018-PA-0324.pdf) and 325 (https://www.legislature.mi.gov/documents/2017-2018/publicact/pdf/2018-PA-0325.pdf)in completing asset management assessments. Legislation adopted in July of 2018 requires local municipalities and sewer, water, and road authorities to develop and adopt asset management plans for Michigan’s water, energy, transportation, and communications infrastructure. Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available. AICP Certification Maintenance Tri-County is currently developing a program to assist planners in maintaining their certification with the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).(https://www.planning.org/certification/) AICP certification and APA membership is maintained through courses and credits at conferences, trainings, workshops, and seminars that offer continuing education opportunities that keep professional planners up-to-date on the latest trends, technologies, and best practices. Have Questions? Contact us for additional information on how we can help serve or collaborate with your organization.

As the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the region, Tri-County coordinates transportation planning initiatives, determines policy priorities, and channels all federal funding for transportation projects throughout Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties. HOME > PROJECTS & DOCUMENTS > TRANSPORTATION & MOBILITY > MPO POLICIES & PROCEDURES Document Library MPO Policies & Procedures The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission was designated by the Governor as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) in 1973, responsible for fulfilling all federally required transportation planning requirements in the Lansing-East Lansing Metropolitan area throughout Clinton, Eaton and Ingham counties in the state of Michigan. Federal funding for transportation projects throughout the three counties are channeled through Tri-County. Learn more about our role as the MPO for the tri-county region here . Federally required processes and analyses that are specific to the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), such as Environmental Justice and Air Conformity, are included in their respective documents. Additional agency-wide policies and publications, such as financial and operating procedures, may be viewed in the Projects & Documents Library . MPO Planning Area Boundary Federal rules require the designation of MPOs in urbanized areas of 50,000 or more in population as a condition for spending federal highway and transit funds. The Planning Area Boundary is the area within which the federal metropolitan transportation planning and programming requirements apply. View Here(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/MPOStudyArea) Bylaws The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission's bylaws, last amended in December of 2023, codify the structure, jurisdiction, roles, duties, and membership in the agency's Board of Commissioners.(https://www.mitcrpc.org/commissioners) View Here(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/Bylaws) Public Participation Plan Tri-County's Public Participation Plan (PPP) describes the ways in which the agency will engage the public when developing the PPP, the Transportation Improvement Program (https://www.mitcrpc.org/tip)(TIP), and the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (https://www.mitcrpc.org/mtp)(MTP), among other transportation planning documents and programs. The PPP defines specific public participation opportunities - including milestones, procedures, and comment periods - for each of these documents. It deploys a variety of tools and techniques, from traditional print and in-person methods to visualization mediums and virtual strategies - to solicit feedback from and engage members of the public in the region. Below is the current PPP, last adopted in July 2021. View Here(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/TCRPCPPP) Stakeholder Engagement (Consultation) Process Tri-County's Stakeholder Engagement Process, which serves as the MPO Consultation Process, works to: • Minimize conflicts between transportation plans and projects with other agencies’ plans, projects, programs, or policies • Gather and consider input from stakeholder groups that may be impacted by transportation priorities and specific infrastructure and mobility projects • Mitigate negative impacts to sensitive environmental, cultural, economic, and other resources • Meet federal requirements to consult and coordinate with agencies and officials responsible for other planning activities that are affected by transportation Tri-County invites a variety of public, private, and nonprofit organizations representing economic development and the business community, environmental protection and stewardship, community interests, the transportation sector, and local, state, and federal government to participate in this process. Below is the current process, last adopted in February 2022. View Here(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/StakeholderEngagement) Title VI Non-Discrimination Plan Tri-County maintains a Title VI Non-Discrimination Plan to assure that services, programs, and activities are offered, conducted, and administered fairly without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability of participants or beneficiaries. This plan establishes procedures to prevent discrimination in Tri-County's programs and process potential complaints by persons who believe they have been subjected to illegal discrimination under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related regulations and directives. Below is the current Title VI Plan, last adopted in May 2024. View Here(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/TitleVI) Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan Tri-County maintains a Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan to ensure accessibility to programs and services to persons who are not proficient in the English language. Executive Order 13166: Improving Access to Service for Persons with Limited English Proficiency states that individuals who do not speak English well and who have a limited ability to read, write and speak, or understand English are entitled to language assistance under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The plan identifies LEP persons who need language assistance, ways in which language assistance will be provided, staff training, guidance for providing notice to LEP persons, and the recommended method of evaluating accessibility to available transportation services - the Four-Factor Analysis identified by the USDOT. Below is the current LEP Plan, last adopted in February 2021. View Here(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/LEPPlan) Regional & Unified Planning Work Programs As the region’s MPO, Tri-County develops a Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) in cooperation with the state and public transportation operators that identifies urban area transportation planning activities (including the responsible agency, schedule of work, resulting products, and proposed funding sources) for the upcoming fiscal year. Tri-County also develops a Regional Transportation Planning Work Program (RWP), which is the rural equivalent of the UPWP. The RWP outlines transportation planning activities to be completed in the rural areas of the region that are outside the designated urban area. View the most current UPWP and RWP here.(https://www.mitcrpc.org/workprogram) Certification Every four years, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) complete a review of the transportation planning process in the Lansing-East Lansing metropolitan area to determine if the planning process conducted by the MPO - and local road agencies, State, and transit operators - meets the federal transportation planning requirements, which are prerequisites to the advancement of federal transportation projects in urbanized areas. Below is the most recent federal certification review report, completed in September 2025 following a site review in May 2025. 2025 Certification Review Report(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/2025Certification) 2025 Certification Letter(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/2025CertificationLetter) Previous reports may be viewed below: • 2021 Certification Review Report(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/2021Certification) • 2017 Certification Review Report(https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/2017Certification) Tri-County also self-certifies (https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/SelfCertification)that projects selected through the transportation planning process conform with all applicable federal laws and regulations, and confirms our commitment to comply with applicable federal transportation planning requirements - including prohibiting discrimination and following equal opportunity procedures. Agreements & Memoranda of Understanding Tri-County maintains a variety of agreements with public transit providers in the region and the Michigan Department of Transportation to define agency responsibilities and ensure a continuing, cooperative and comprehensive (3-C) transportation planning process. • Transportation Planning Responsibilities MOU - Regional Transit Agencies & TCRPC ((https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/RegionalTransitAgenciesMOU)signed July 2024; effective April 2024) • MDOT & TCRPC MPO Master Agreement((https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/MDOTMPOMasterAgreement)signed June 2023; effective October 2023-September 2026) • MDOT & TCRPC MPO Master Agreement – Amendment (Expiration Extension) ((https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/MDOTMPOMasterAgreementExt)signed November 2024; effective October 2024-September 2027) • MDOT & TCRPC Regional Master Agreement ((https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/MDOTMasterAgreement)signed June 2023; effective October 2023-September 2026) • MDOT & TCRPC Travel Demand Modeling Memorandum of Understanding((https://mitcrpc.box.com/v/MDOTModelMOU)signed March 2021; effective January 2017) Transportation Performance Measures In a series of rulemakings, the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration have established national performance measures in areas such as safety, infrastructure condition, public transit, congestion, system reliability, emissions, and freight movement. Tri-County maintains a System Performance Report to set targets for and track progress of how our transportation system performs in these areas. The report is updated as new targets are developed and supported annually by Tri-County's Board of Commissioners. View the most current report for the region's Transportation Performance Measures here.(https://www.mitcrpc.org/performancemeasures)

The connectivity and accessibility of our region's parks, trails, and water amenities play a crucial role in making the Greater Lansing area a competitive place to live and play. Recreational activities and greenspace greatly improve the quality of life of our region's residents and they add value to our economy. HOME > PROGRAMS & SERVICES > COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT > PLANNING AREAS > RECREATIONAL ACCESS & GREENSPACE All Program Planning Areas Recreational Access & Greenspace Community Development Talent & Workforce Development Placemaking & the Arts Urban & Rural Development Housing Recreational Access & Greenspace Hazard Mitigation Economic Resiliency The connectivity and accessibility of our region's parks, trails, and water amenities play a crucial role in making the Greater Lansing area a competitive place to live and play. Recreational activities and greenspace greatly improve the quality of life of our region's residents and visitors, adding value to our economy and benefiting communities with low-cost opportunities to enjoy our natural resources. Tri-County collaborates with community stakeholders to plan for purposeful redevelopment of spaces that will provide access for all, making our region's amenities and assets, like the Grand River and our regional trails system, shared resources with ample placemaking opportunities. As a state and region, our trails, water trails, and parks support tourism, encourage exercise and healthy outdoor activities, promote appreciation and protection of our natural resources, and connect those who walk and bike to community assets and public spaces. With the help of the U.S. National Park Service, we're currently developing a trails plan for Greater Lansing to expand upon our existing system and leverage those assets to bolster Mid-Michigan as a hub for local businesses, communities, and visitors. Additionally, as the state-designated Regional Clearinghouse for the Greater Lansing area, Tri-County reviews jurisdictions' parks- and recreation-related plans for alignment with best practices and urban and rural development standards set for the region, many of which are outlined in our vision for regional growth . We also partner with organizations across the region to promote and advocate for our region's parks and recreational assets and link healthy community initiatives with non-motorized transportation planning . We actively collaborate with partners like the Michigan Fitness Foundation , Land Use & Health Resource Team, Healthy! Capital Counties , Power of We , Ingham County Parks , Eaton County Parks & Recreation Department , and Clinton County Parks & Greenspace Commission .

The Mid-Michigan Water Authority (MMWA) was created as a result of Act No. 292 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1989 to plan, finance, or contract for public improvements and services of regional public water supply systems. Back to Committees Mid-Michigan Water Authority The Mid-Michigan Water Authority (MMWA) was created as a result of Act No. 292 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1989. Its purpose is to plan, finance, or contract for public improvements and services of regional public water supply systems; to contract with participating or non-participating entities; to provide or receive services; to promote educational activities related to services provided; and to facilitate planning for the protection of regional water sources. Check the calendar for upcoming meetings of the MMWA. Delegates Agendas & Minutes Meetings Calendar Bylaws

Tri-County recognizes that walking and biking are a critical tool in moving people, reducing emissions, and improving the quality of life for the residents of our region, so we're developing a regional non-motorized plan for the region. HOME > PROGRAMS & SERVICES > TRANSPORTATION > PLANNING AREAS > NON-MOTORIZED All Program Planning Areas Non-Motorized (Bicycle & Pedestrian Planning) Transportation Transportation Improvement Program Metropolitan Transportation Plan Performance Measures Pavement Condition Safety & Operations Non-Motorized Traffic Congestion Public Transit Freight Regional Travel Air Quality (Conformity) In addition to getting us to and from work, school, or shopping, walking and bicycling provide a great outlet for exercise and recreation. There's been a push to recognize and support bicycling as an inexpensive, quick, and eco-friendly form of non-motorized travel. Tri-County recognizes that these various modes are a critical tool in moving people, reducing emissions, and improving the quality of life for the residents of our region. Interested in the road and trail biking paths our region has to offer? Check out our Road and Trail Bicycling Guide developed in partnership with MDOT. The map shows road surface type, traffic volume ranges, paved/unpaved shared use paths with regional significance, recreational facilities, points of interest, plus other facilities and amenities which help make cycling across Michigan an enjoyable tourism experience. If you're looking to explore our trails and waterways more closely before you travel, our Virtual Trail Explorer offers a 360° visual tour of a selection of regional trails that can be viewed from the comfort of your home, including information about public access points, amenities, and more along the way! Current Non-motorized Planning Activities In July 2023, the Tri-County Board of Commissioners adopted a Regional Trails Feasibility Plan for the Greater Lansing region. The goal of this plan is to expand our current network and take advantage of our region’s central geographic location by identifying feasible non-motorized routes to connect the existing Lansing River Trail system with the statewide trails that pass through our region (i.e., the Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee (CIS) Trail, the Mike Levine Lakelands Trail, and the Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail). Developing a true regional trail system would bolster Mid-Michigan as a hub for local businesses, communities, and visitors. Learn more about the Regional Trails Feasibility Plan. The trails the plan will be used to inform bicycle and pedestrian planning in the region. In addition, non-motorized planning is incorporated into all of our long-range planning efforts. This includes the 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan adopted in December of 2020, which provides a long-range vision for all modes of transportation over the next 25+ years for our region.

Check out our upcoming meetings and events, and learn more about current events in the groundwater world! Upcoming Events Meeting Calendar GMB Meetings Community Events Groundwater in the News Events | Meeting Materials | Resources for Residents & Public Officials | News Updates Groundwater Management Board ABOUT RESOURCES HOT TOPICS GET INVOLVED Events Upcoming Events Community Events February 28: Quiet Adventures Symposium April 11-12: MSU Science Festival April 18: Potter Park Zoo Party for the Planet GMB Meetings Unless otherwise specified, all meetings are held at the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission in the Large Conference Room at 8:30 a.m. View meeting packets and minutes here . Past meeting materials and minutes are available in our archive . February 11, 2026 (Annual Breakfast) April 8, 2026 June 10, 2026 August 12, 2026 October 7, 2026 December 9, 2026 Hot Topics & Announcments Hot Topics & Announcements Meeting Materials Bring a Water Expert to Your Classroom! Latest on Groundwater Surveying in Michigan's Capital Region Protecting Homeowners and Our Waters: Septic Systems of Mid-Michigan Updated Wellhead Protection Viewer Offers Access to Regionwide Groundwater Data The Michigan PFAS Action Response Team (MPART) The Groundwater Management Board is supported and managed by the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission CONTACT INFORMATION 3135 Pine Tree Rd. | Suite 2C | Lansing, MI 48911 | Directions P: (517) 999-8912 | Email Us CONNECT WITH US STAY IN TOUCH SUBSCRIBE © 2020 by the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. All rights reserved. Disclaimer | Accessibility | FOIA | Sitemap

The public is always welcome at meetings of the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. We value and respect your input and opinions about planning for all the communities in the Greater Lansing region. MEETINGS CALENDAR The public is always welcome at meetings of the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. We value and respect your input and opinions about planning for all the communities in the Greater Lansing region. Commission and standing committee meetings are generally held at our office, 3135 Pine Tree Road, Suite 2C, Lansing MI 48911. Meetings are subject to change. Please check this calendar for the most up-to-date times, dates, and locations. We are accessible by CATA Route 7. Call 517-393-0342 or email info@mitcrpc.org for more information or assistance! We are committed to open and accessible events. Requests for interpretation, accommodations for persons with disabilities, and assistance with additional needs should be made five business days in advance of the meeting date. No events at the moment

MI Capital Region is your hub for the latest demographic, economic, and workforce data for Michigan's capital region. This dashboard follows key data trends in the Greater Lansing area. HOME > PROGRAMS & SERVICES > DATA & MAPPING > MI CAPITAL REGION DATA DASHBOARD MI Capital Region is your hub for the latest demographic, economic, and workforce data for Michigan's capital region. This dashboard visually and statistically analyzes data trends of key metrics in the Greater Lansing area, including industry, labor and employment, wages and income, education, demographics and population, and equity and social patterns such as business ownership, crime, and housing. Data can be viewed as charts and tables and exported to several formats for various uses. In addition to standard county geographies, the dashboard features custom county configurations to track trends for regional programs or efforts. The name of the geography appears for selection from a drop-down list, if data are available for that subject. These include the Lansing Metro (Metropolitan Statistical Area of Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, and Shiawassee counties), Tri-County Region (Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties), Lansing Region Labor Shed (Barry, Calhoun, Clinton, Eaton, Gratiot, Ingham, Ionia, Jackson, Livingston, and Shiawassee counties), and Midwest Region (U.S. service area of Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin). MI Capital Region is accessible to the public, community partners, and local decision-makers. Data is updated as it's made available. Additionally, visitors can sign up to receive monthly newsletters to learn about key regional economic trends. Visit micapitalregion.org to view the dashboard and subscribe to receive the newsletter. VIEW THE DASHBOARD NEWSLETTER SIGN-UP Additional information about the history of the MI Capital Region data dashboard is located at mitcrpc.org/pastprojects . Maps and datasets are created for planning purposes from a variety of sources. They are neither an official survey nor a legal document. Information provided by other agencies should be verified with sources where appropriate. Looking for more data? Check out our dashboards, maps, and interactive data that tell the story of our region.