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The Wellhead Protection Viewer is an interactive online mapping application that provides a variety of data – including well locations, time of travel areas, brownfields, potential contamination source locations, and more – to help protect our region's groundwater resources. HOME > PROGRAMS & SERVICES > DATA & MAPPING > WELLHEAD PROTECTION VIEWER The Wellhead Protection Viewer is an interactive online mapping application that provides a variety of data – including well locations, time of travel areas, brownfields, potential contamination source locations, and more – so communities and organizations can be better informed when making development decisions that may affect our groundwater throughout Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties. This tool is a useful resource for planners looking to identify locations at greatest risk for groundwater contamination when preparing site plan reviews, emergency response plans, and risk and resilience assessments, all of which help protect our drinking water at its source! Since its creation in 1999, the Viewer has undergone numerous updates to provide this data and continues to be made available for public use thanks to a combined effort of grant funding, cost sharing, and regional collaboration between Tri-County and member communities of the Groundwater Management Board (GMB) . To utilize the full application, click here . Training Videos Check out the gallery below to view the full collection of training videos about the various features of the Viewer. Please note that these materials were created as part of the latest update to the Viewer in August 2025 and may not reflect changes to layers or capabilities added after that date. If you have further questions or require technical assistance, contact Lauren Schnoebelen, our Environmental Planner, at lschnoebelen@mitcrpc.org . WPV History History of Regional Groundwater Protection & The Wellhead Protection Viewer As a region that relies primarily on groundwater for our drinking water supply, wellhead protection plans play a vital role in our communities’ efforts to ensure our water is safe and clean. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) assists local municipalities through their Wellhead Protection Program by helping them to identify and protect areas that contribute to their water supply and prevent or minimize groundwater contamination to avoid costly cleanup efforts. One of the major focuses of these plans are Potential Contaminant Source Inventories (PCSI): a detailed list of locations that pose a high risk of pollution for our groundwater resources, such as leaking storage tanks, oil and gas spills, septic systems, or abandoned wells, just to name a few. By providing a database for these PCSI locations like the Wellhead Protection Viewer, Tri-County and the GMB are able to offer communities access to this information so they may appropriately plan for projects to reduce the risk of groundwater pollution. To assist with funding for a wide range of these wellhead protection projects – including the maintenance of PSCI data, wellhead delineation studies, outreach and education materials, training opportunities, and more – EGLE’s Wellhead Protection Program provides communities with the opportunity to apply for the Source Water Protection Grant each year. The Wellhead Protection Viewer was created thanks to this grant opportunity in 1999 and has continued to utilize its funding for updates in subsequent years. The latest improvements to the Wellhead Protection Viewer were completed in August 2025, funded in part by the Source Water Protection Grant awarded to the East Lansing Meridian Water Sewer Authority. Thanks to an opportunity presented to Tri-County through our consultants at OHM Advisors, the Wellhead Protection Viewer was updated to include data for the entire tri-county region in addition to the originally included communities of Meridian Township and the City of East Lansing. Distinguishing Between Delineation Layers & When To Use Them There are two categories of groundwater delineation layers included in the Wellhead Protection Viewer: the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission Wellhead Protection Areas (TCRPC WHPA), and the Time of Travel (TOT) Areas. Each of these layers represent slightly different methods of modeling our region’s groundwater systems and it is important to understand the background of their creation when determining which layer will provide you and your community with the most relevant delineations. The first type of delineation layer, the TCRPC WHPA, was created using the Michigan Groundwater Management Tool (MGMT). This tool, developed by faculty at the Michigan State University Civil and Environmental Engineering Department and staff at Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (now the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy [EGLE]), analyzed groundwater flow using available well record data for delineating wellhead protection areas, contaminant migration, and groundwater flow direction from the statewide Wellogic database and inputting it into a 2D groundwater modeling software program. Given a few parameters, such as current groundwater levels, hydraulic conductivity of the pumped aquifer, well locations, and pumping rate, the tool was able to demarcate provisional delineations of the public groundwater supply. Providing this data to local communities offered those without the resources to produce delineations themselves a place to start when creating wellhead protection plans or developing other groundwater protection initiatives. The second type of delineation layer, the TOT Areas, was created using a United States Geologic Survey (USGS) model that utilized MODFLOW-2000 to create a 10-layer, grid-based, 3D model (composed of 3 layers in the glacial package; 6 layers in the Saginaw Formation [of which there are 3 aquifer units and 3 confining units]; and 1 layer to represent the bedrock beneath the Saginaw Formation). The data in these layers covers a select portion of the tri-county region and has undergone various updates over the years. As of August 2020, the TOT data for Michigan State University and Delta Township is from 2007, and the TOT data for Lansing Board of Water and Light and East Lansing Meridian Water Sewer Authority is from 2017. It is important to note that in almost all cases, the MGMT/TCRPC WHPA layers matched the traditional USGS/TOT layers very closely when compared by an EGLE modeler. However, because of the more in-depth modeling method used to create the USGS/TOT delineations, it is recommended that USGS/TOT layers are used wherever they do exist. Where they are not available, the MGMT/TCRPC WHPA layers should be used to provide a baseline delineation to work from. The photo on the left illustrates the two types of layers, with the TOT layers in orange, yellow, and green transparent shapes; and the WHPA layers in red and blue-dotted shapes. Report an Error in the Wellogic Well Records Because individual well records are maintained by the state and not Tri-County, we ask that any identified errors in your well records are reported directly to Wellogic. To report an error in the well log on the Viewer's Wellogic layer, please email Wellogic Help at wellogic@michigan.gov with the Well ID and the reason for the change. For more information about the Wellogic system, check out their FAQ page here.

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We ensure that existing and future expenditures for transportation planning projects and programs are based on a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) planning process. Federal funding for transportation projects and programs in the tri-county area are channeled through the Commission. Transportation & Mobility Planning Areas Pavement Condition Safety & Operations Non-Motorized (Bicycle & Pedestrian Paths) Traffic Congestion Public Transit Freight (Movement of Goods) Regional Travel Passenger Air Passenger Rail Bus Services Air Quality (Conformity) Performance Measures Short-Range Planning (TIP) Long-Range Planning (MTP) Quick Links & Resources Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Annual Listings of Obligated Transportation Projects 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Capital Area Regional Transportation Study (CARTS) Tri-County RPC Transportation Planning Projects Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Policies & Procedures Michigan Transportation Planning Association Regional Transportation Data & Maps Interactive Road Condition Map Michigan Traffic Crash Facts Michigan Transportation Asset Management Council (TAMC) Michigan Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration Federal Transit Administration Intelligent Transportation Society of America National Association of Regional Councils About Our Transportation Program 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 (Michigan's tri-county region). We ensure that existing and future expenditures for transportation planning projects and programs are based on a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) planning process. Federal funding for transportation projects and programs in the tri-county area are channeled through the Commission. In accordance with federal regulations, Tri-County is required to carry out metropolitan transportation planning in cooperation with the State and operators of publicly owned transit services. Transportation Improvement Program Our 4-year capital improvements program includes more than $500 million of transportation investment in the region. Learn More Moving Mid-Michigan We're updating the long-range vision for our regional transportation system to improve our mobility, roads, economy, safety, and connectivity! Learn More Map Gallery Explore our gallery to learn about our region's transportation system, accessibility to essential services, and other factors that impact our quality of life. Explore Plans & Documents View plans, projects, tools, technical studies, and operational documents for our transportation programming. Learn More

The potential impacts of a changing climate – from higher temperatures and rising sea levels to changes in seasonal precipitation and the intensity of rain events – are affecting the lifecycle of our transportation infrastructure. These trends, including extreme weather events and flooding, are predicted to intensify, requiring the need to plan for the possibility of events and identify how these environmental impacts can affect our safety, mobility, economy, and roads and bridges. HOME > PROGRAMS & SERVICES > ENVIRONMENT > PLANNING AREAS > INFRASTRUCTURE RESILIENCE All Program Planning Areas Infrastructure Resilience Environment & Natural Resources Water Resources Water Trails Infrastructure Resilience Air Quality Green Infrastructure Energy The potential impacts of a changing climate – from higher temperatures and rising sea levels to changes in seasonal precipitation and the intensity of rain events – are affecting the lifecycle of our transportation infrastructure. These trends, including extreme weather events, are predicted to intensify, requiring the need to plan for the possibility of events and identify how these environmental impacts can affect our safety, mobility, economy, and built infrastructure, like roads and bridges. For example, storm surges and flooding can obstruct access to roads that lead to our homes and businesses, necessitate more emergency evacuations, and require costly, and sometimes recurring, repairs to damaged infrastructure. Inland flooding from unusually heavy downpours can disrupt traffic, damage culverts, and reduce service life. High heat can also degrade the materials of our infrastructure, resulting in shorter replacement cycles and higher maintenance costs. While transportation infrastructure is designed to handle a broad range of impacts based on historic climate, preparing for climate change and extreme weather events like flooding is critical to protecting the integrity and resiliency of the transportation system. Resiliency is defined as the ability to prepare and plan for, absorb, recover from, and more successfully adapt to adverse events. Enhanced resilience allows better anticipation of disasters, better planning to reduce disaster losses, and faster recovery after an event. Our Regional Flooding Assessment Tri-County is conducting an assessment to identify flood-vulnerable transportation infrastructure such as: roads, bridges, culverts, and trails. We are currently in the final phases of the assessment and developing the interactive flood risk dashboard. Once finalized, these project resources will be housed and available on this infrastructure resiliency webpage. Overall, the assessment and flood risk tool will guide local communities’ planning and investment decisions to keep our roadways and nonmotorized network safe, efficient, and resilient. Visit here for the full version of the flood risk dashboard.

Metropolitan Transportation Plans (MTPs) establish a long-range vision for improvements in our transportation system. They consider and incorporate everything from road construction and traffic congestion, to public transit and biking and pedestrian paths (non-motorized). HOME > PROJECTS & DOCUMENTS > TRANSPORTATION > METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN Document Library Metropolitan Transportation Plan Learn More View the Plan Background Media & Materials Participate Metropolitan Transportation Plans (MTPs) - also known as a Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) or Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) - establish a long-range vision for improvements in our transportation system. They consider and incorporate everything from road construction and traffic congestion, to public transit and biking and pedestrian paths (non-motorized facilities). FORECASTING OUR FUTURE Our region's long-range Metropolitan Transportation Plan , titled Moving Mid-Michigan , is a 25-year outlook on the Greater Lansing area's future transportation needs. As our region continues to grow, the plan plays a critical role in identifying projects and strategies that will improve and maintain roads and other transportation infrastructure — and our mobility, connectivity, and safety — while enriching the economy and environment in Mid-Michigan. Everyone has the opportunity to be heard , get involved in the planning process , and be a part of the future . Visit MovingMidMichigan.org/participate to learn how! Join the conversation on Facebook and X: #MovingMidMI MTP Background BACKGROUND Since the 1962 Federal-aid Highway Act, federal legislation has required metropolitan area transportation plans to be developed through a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) planning process. This plan serves to satisfy federal regulations outlined in 23 CFR 450 and ensures that MDOT, transit agencies, and local governments are eligible to use federal transportation funds to construct or implement improvements to roadways and transit routes. The MTP represents the collective transportation goals of city and county governments, transit agencies, and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). Its purpose is to prioritize and identify how federal federal funds will be invested to improve mobility across Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties. As the designated MPO for the region, we are required by federal law to update the regional transportation plan every five years to account for changes in transportation needs that result from shifts in regional economic conditions, real estate development trends, funding availability, and public policies. Tri-County prepares the plan on behalf of our member jurisdictions. MTPs METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN: MOVING MID-MICHIGAN THE 2050 LONG-RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN Tri-County's 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan, Moving Mid-Michigan , was adopted by the Board of Commissioners on December 18, 2025. Visit MovingMidMichigan.org to learn more. THE 2045 LONG-RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN Tri-County's 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan, Moving Mid-Michigan , was adopted by the Board of Commissioners on December 17, 2020. Visit MovingMidMichigan.org to learn more. Please click here for a printer-friendly copy. THE 2040 LONG-RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN Tri-County's long-range 2040 Regional Transportation Plan was adopted by the Board of Commissioners on July 29, 2015. Contact us to request a printed copy. Participate SHARE YOUR VOICE Transportation planning affects all of us. It influences the roads that are repaired, the systems that are implemented, and even the goods, services, and businesses that come into the area. The latest edition of Moving Mid-Michigan is now available! But we still welcome comments and questions. Below are some easy ways you can get involved and share your thoughts. ATTEND A MEETING SUMBIT A COMMENT FORM CONTACT US WITH QUESTIONS

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. HOME > ABOUT > MEET OUR COMMISSIONERS Our 2026 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. Learn More Irene Cahill Chair Ingham County Board of Commissioners Michael Frederick Vice Chair Clinton County Road Commission Keith Barber Treasurer Eaton County Board of Commissioners Nathan Triplett Secretary City of Lansing Capital Area Transportation Authority John Andrews Clinton County Board of Commissioners Adam Hussain City of Lansing Council Deyanira Nevárez Martínez City of Lansing Council Chris Swope City of Lansing Council Elizabeth Bowen Eaton County Delta Charter Township Ronald Kelly Eaton County Road Commission Craig Newell Michigan Department of Transportation Dwight Washington Clinton County Board of Commissioners Scott Hansen Eaton County Board of Commissioners Nickolas Lentz Ingham County Meridian Charter Township Robert Peña Ingham County Board of Commissioners, Road Dept. Rachel Willis Ingham County Board of Commissioners Brandon Haskell Eaton County Board of Commissioners Clara Martinez City of Lansing Council Kerry Singh Ingham County City of East Lansing Ex Officio Andy Schor Mayor, City of Lansing Bruce Delong Chair, Clinton County Board of Commissioners Jim Mott Chair, Eaton County Board of Commissioners Ryan Sebolt Chair, Ingham County Board of Commissioners

The Groundwater Management Board (GMB) is composed of representatives from Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties who work together to educate the public about groundwater protection, exchange knowledge about best practices, and assist local governments to keep our water resources clean. Events | Meeting Materials | Resources for Residents & Public Officials | News Updates Groundwater Management Board ABOUT RESOURCES HOT TOPICS GET INVOLVED What is Groundwater? What is Groundwater? Every day we turn on our faucets, showers, dishwashers, laundry machines, and countless other water-dependent conveniences without stopping to consider: where does all that water come from? For the tri-county region of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties, 100% of our water comes from below ground. Through a private well or a public utility, we all rely heavily on groundwater. This is the water that soaks into the ground as rain, melting snow, sprinkler spray, or from any other outlet. Thanks to gravity, water seeps through the different layers of soil and rock until it reaches a layer it can no longer pass through. From there, it will begin to pool and grow in size until it becomes an aquifer. An aquifer is an underground layer where all space between rocks and soil is filled by water. The top of the aquifer, where the water only fills some space between rocks and soil, is referred to as the water table. The water table level can change throughout the year, or over the course of many years, depending on a variety of things like the demand for water pumped from wells, droughts, heavy rainfall, flooding events, or warm winters, just to name a few. If all this water is underground, how do we access it? In nature, cracks in rocks can cause water to rise to the surface due to variances in pressure, which may then result in the formation of a natural spring. In other cases, the water table can reach a high enough level so that it feeds into streams, rivers, or lakes. Luckily for us, we have designed technology to drill wells into these underground resources so that we can access them directly in our homes. Many homeowners have at least one or two wells that pump groundwater automatically – all they have to do is turn on the faucet. LEARN MORE How Do You Get Your Water? Urban Drinking Water People live closer together in urban environments, which means they require a unique design to ensure enough resources, like water, can be shared amongst all who live there. In most urban communities, public water utilities and municipalities are created to help clean and supply drinking water to households and businesses throughout a specific area. In the tri-county region, these public utility companies use their wells to pump groundwater through an intense filtration and treatment process that complies with federal regulations. Then, they send the newly filtered water back underground via a pipe network that connects directly to the water pipes in your home or place of business. The water you receive from your faucet goes through many steps to reach the clean, drinkable quality it has when you turn on the t ap. If you have any concerns about the water you’re receiving, check out the annual Consumer Co nfidence Report for your utility or municipality. If you have any further questions, always reach out to them directly. Public water utilities and municipalities work hard to give you clean water and want you to feel as confident about its quality as they do. FIND YOUR WATER PROVIDER Rural Drinking Water In less densely populated and more rural areas, most communities use a combination of approaches to supply residents with drinking water. Some towns and villages supply treated drinking water for the majority of their population, while some may still rely on private well water. Because of this split, homeowners might not know where their water actually comes from. A property may have originally gotten its water from a private well but could have transitioned to a public water supply as it changed hands from owner to owner. Over time and throughout the growth of a community, this heightens the risk of groundwater pollution as a result of improper care for forgotten or otherwise unprotected wells. Even if you are certain your water comes from a public utility company, there is a chance your property could be home to an improperly abandoned well. Wells that are not properly sealed when abandoned pose a high risk of pollution by giving contaminants direct access to groundwater reserves and, in turn, the drinking water you bring into your home. Common household chemicals such as fertilizers, oil, and road salt are among the most likely pollutants to enter groundwater through improperly abandoned wells. To find out if there are any abandoned wells on your property, check any historical property documents you may own, search your property on Michigan Wellogic, or reach out to your local Health and Human Services Department for additional information and assistance. LEARN MORE About The GMB: Protecting our Resources With Michigan leading the country in number of private household wells, it’s important to know how you get your water so you can properly protect the groundwater we all depend on. Though the different layers of rock and soil help to filter the water entering our aquifers, there are many things that can pollute this resource. Landfills, septic tanks, overuse of fertilizers and pesticides, and large quantities of salt can all contaminate our water – because groundwater is hard to access, it’s also hard to clean if it becomes polluted. That's where we come in! Founded in 1982, the Groundwater Management Board (GMB) is composed of representatives from Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties who work together to educate the public about the importance of groundwater protection, exchange knowledge about best practices, and assist local governments to keep our water resources clean. We are managed by the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission and designated by the State of Michigan as the regional Large Water Users Group for the coordination of groundwater management and related water disputes. Get Involved Learn more about our meetings, events, and how you can get involved with the Groundwater Management Board! GET INVOLVED Past Projects Read more about the history, past projects, and creation of the Groundwater Management Board. LEARN MORE Bylaws & Delegates Visit the GMB Committee page to learn more about our guiding documents and delegates from our member communities! VIEW HERE Hot Topics Hot Topics & Announcements 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

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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

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HousingDrives is a housing assessment of urban, rural, and suburban communities throughout our region. The project’s goal is to identify the diverse housing needs of current and future Greater Lansing residents, and then learn what the region can do to address those challenges and opportunities to ultimately create housing that is attainable for all walks of life. a Housing Assessment for the Greater Lansing Region LEARN MORE THE PROJECT Learn More HousingDrives is an effort to identify the diverse housing needs of current and future Greater Lansing residents using data and community feedback. HOUSING DRIVES EVERYTHING Learn More Housing drives so many aspects of our daily lives, including equity, health, our economy, stability, transportation, general quality of life, and more. HOUSING TERMS & WHAT THEY MEAN Learn More Whether you rent or own, housing can mean different things to everyone! Check out these commonly used terms to understand the differences between types of housing - including what it means to be "attainable." Learn More LEARN ABOUT MY COMMUNITY View Data Book Curious how your area is doing with housing? Check our our data book to view key metrics, trends, and needs for each community! What is HousingDrives What is HousingDrives ? HousingDrives is a housing assessment of urban, rural, and suburban communities throughout our region. The project’s goal is to identify the diverse housing needs of current and future Greater Lansing residents and learn what the region can do to address those challenges and opportunities to ultimately create housing that is attainable for all walks of life. We have heard from our community – residents, businesses, community leaders, and more – that our region does not have the attainable housing that existing and potential residents desire. Yet, we do not know what these specific needs are. The intent of this study is to define those diverse needs and identify what local communities, private and nonprofit organizations, and other leaders can do to address them. Specifically, the study will: Provide a data-driven assessment of the housing market, housing stock, and housing needs of communities throughout Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties in detail; Quantify housing needs/demand across various price points and types; Engage the community in dialogue about their housing experiences, policy options, and their priorities for the future; and, Create a strategy, with specific policies that address the region’s housing needs. Watch these short videos to learn more about HousingDrives ! Data Overview What Does the Data Say? Review our HousingDrives report and Data Book for a summary of key metrics, data trends, and major needs for communities in our region. Download the report and learn more about the list of communities we analyzed below! DeWitt Charter Township City of DeWitt Bath Charter Township City of St. John’s Delta Charter Township City of Grand Ledge City of Charlotte City of Lansing City of East Lansing Lansing Charter Township Meridian Charter Township Delhi Charter Township City of Mason City of Williamston DOWNLOAD THE DATA BOOK PROJECT FACT SHEET VIEW THE FINAL REPORT VIEW THE REPORT DATA SUMMARY PACKET KEY TRENDS PRESENTATION FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What Comes Next? While this study was under development , the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) published Michigan’s first Statewide Housing Plan and established the Michigan Statewide Housing Partnership, which called for the creation of regional housing consortiums. MSHDA has since identified 15 Regional Housing Partnerships (RHPs) tasked with developing action plans tailored to each region that support implementation of the plan. Tri-County Regional Planning Commission (Tri-County), in partnership with the Capital Area Housing Partnership (CAHP), will lead the facilitation of this RHP effort for the tri-county region, serving Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties. This RHP will bring stakeholders from across the region together to develop a five-year housing action plan that addresses local and regional housing needs, builds on the region’s existing networks and housing ecosystem, and aligns with the priorities, goals, and strategies identified in both the Statewide Housing Plan and HousingDrives assessment. Learn More and Stay Updated Housing Drives Everything Housing drives so many aspects of our daily lives in the Greater Lansing tri-county region: our quality of life, our financial health, our economy, and the well-being of our families and neighbors. Take a few minutes to explore some facts associated with each of these aspects below. Housing Drives Everything Housing Effects Did You Know? Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions What is HousingDrives? HousingDrives is a regional housing assessment of urban, rural, and suburban communities in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties. The project’s goal is to identify the diverse housing needs of current and future Greater Lansing residents, and then learn what the region can do to address those challenges and opportunities. Ultimately, we want to help our communities and decision makers better understand the existing trends and barriers of the housing market throughout the Greater Lansing region so, together, we can create housing that is attainable for all walks of life and types of communities. We will assess data at the neighborhood, city, and regional scale about the housing market and available stock to geographically visualize where our region lacks and thrives in housing types and conditions. We will also work to identify development policies and community priorities that encourage meaningful planning of and investment into housing developments. Using this data collection and public and stakeholder feedback, HousingDrives will recommend strategies and best approaches to fill these gaps in our housing needs while considering the unique qualities offered by each of our different communities. What is “attainable” housing? Attainable housing is an umbrella term that reflects the aspects of a home which make it suitable for a household. If a home is considered attainable housing, it’s appropriate in size, type, quality, affordability, tenure, and location for a household in that geographic area. Learn more about other types of housing and housing terms with this glossary. Who is the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission? The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission is a public planning agency established in 1956, serving Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties in Mid-Michigan. Tri-County makes our region a more prosperous community by planning for a strong economy, reliable transportation, and sustainable infrastructure and natural resources. We connect local organizations and governments to funding, technical assistance, data resources, and opportunities to discuss trends and challenges affecting the Greater Lansing area. Learn more about Tri-County’s current projects at mitcrpc.org/currentprojects. Who is involved with HousingDrives? HousingDrives is supported by a 16-member steering committee whose members have a broad range of perspectives and experience spanning across housing development, advocacy, real estate, higher education, finance, and workforce development. Tri-County has partnered with Development Strategies, a St. Louis-based planning firm, to analyze housing data, conditions, and policies to make recommendations for regional strategies that will improve housing quality and availability. Piper & Gold, a public relations firm located in Lansing, will also be supporting HousingDrives by coordinating engagement opportunities with local communities and partner organizations. HousingDrives also relies on community participation, primarily through a housing survey. Residents of the region will be invited to share their housing needs, preferences, experiences, and challenges, which will complement what is learned through secondary data sources. What will we do with this study? Tri-County will provide the results of HousingDrives to our partners—local governments, housing and real estate developers, and community organizations—to support them in making informed decisions about planning for and investing in suitable housing for all residents. Why should I care about HousingDrives? Housing drives so many aspects of our daily lives in the tri-county region — from our financial health and economy to our quality of life and the well-being of our families and neighbors. Housing affects all of us! The data and results of this study will assist local governments, housing and real estate developers, and community organizations in making informed decisions about planning for and investing in suitable housing for all residents. The possibilities are endless! How can I get involved? Housing is a topic that affects us all! We have asked for feedback and input from the community throughout the development of this study to better understand what housing options residents would like to see in our region. This months-long planning process provided several opportunities for Greater Lansing residents and regional stakeholders to participate through potential virtual roundtables, community workshops, surveys, and more. Complete a brief survey here and tell us about your housing needs, preferences, experiences, and challenges. A Virtual Town Hall was held on June 30th for residents to discuss housing in our region with fellow community members and the project team! Unable to attend or have additional information you'd like to share? Fill out this feedback form with questions or comments and view the presentation and discussion topics here. Contact our team if you have questions! CONTACT THE TEAM & VIEW PROJECT SCHEDULE Contact Us & View Schedule 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 What is HousingDrives Data Overview Housing Drives Everything Frequently Asked Questions Contact Us & View Schedule

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