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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 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. View Here 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 (TIP), and the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (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 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 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 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 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. 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 2025 Certification Letter Previous reports may be viewed below: 2021 Certification Review Report 2017 Certification Review Report Tri-County also self-certifies 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 (signed July 2024; effective April 2024) MDOT & TCRPC MPO Master Agreement(signed June 2023; effective October 2023-September 2026) MDOT & TCRPC MPO Master Agreement – Amendment (Expiration Extension) (signed November 2024; effective October 2024-September 2027) MDOT & TCRPC Regional Master Agreement (signed June 2023; effective October 2023-September 2026) MDOT & TCRPC Travel Demand Modeling Memorandum of Understanding(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. Certification

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Under state law, you may follow formal procedures to request information through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). In compliance with FOIA, all requests must be in writing. HOME > FOIA REQUESTS Freedom of Information Act The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission website houses a vast amount of information and documents. If you are unable to find the information you seek, please contact our office so we can assist you. Under state law, you may also follow formal procedures to request information through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) . In compliance with FOIA, all requests must be in writing. The below FOIA Request Form may be used to submit your request, but it is not required. All written requests and/or forms should be emailed to FOIA@mitcrpc.org with a subject line containing the term "FOIA" or "FOIA Request." Materials being delivered in person or mailed should be addressed as follows: Attn: FOIA Coordinator Tri-County Regional Planning Commission 3135 Pine Tree Road, Suite 2C Lansing, MI 48911 Documents and forms regarding FOIA may be found below: Public Summary of FOIA Procedures and Guidelines Freedom of Information Act Procedures and Guidelines FOIA Request for Public Records Form FOIA Request Detailed Cost Itemization Form Commission Resolution

Tri-County maintains a Tri-County Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan, created to protect the health, safety, and economic interest of residents and businesses and reduce the impact of natural and technological hazards in our region. HOME > PROGRAMS & SERVICES > COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT > PLANNING AREAS > HAZARD MITIGATION All Program Planning Areas Hazard Mitigation (Disaster Preparedness) Community Development Talent & Workforce Development Placemaking & the Arts Urban & Rural Development Housing Recreational Access & Greenspace Hazard Mitigation Economic Resiliency A hazard mitigation plan for the tri-county region is maintained to protect the health, safety, and economic interest of residents and businesses and reduce the impact of natural and technological hazards in our region. The plan provides the process for evaluation of land use development from a hazard mitigation perspective that will protect lives and property. It also provides eligibility for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) programs and grant funding for our local communities, as it meets the requirements of the federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000. The latest update of the Tri-County Hazard Mitigation Plan was completed in 2023 by the Ingham County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. The plan is also housed on th eir website . In 2015, Tri-County created the Tri-County Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan . We worked closely with our region’s emergency management offices, land use development agencies, the Michigan State Police, affected businesses, and interested members of the public to develop a plan that addresses the purposeful use of land during development and provides recommendations to avoid damage from disasters our region may experience. The plan will be updated as needed for local communities to be eligible for Hazard Mitigation and FEMA funding that can be used for projects across the region.

The Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is the region’s four-year capital improvements program for road projects, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, transit, and other transportation enhancements in mid-Michigan’s Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties.  HOME > PROGRAMS & SERVICES > TRANSPORTATION > TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM LEARN MORE What is the TIP? Navigate Current Program Past Programs Past Funded Projects Get Involved! Project Revision Policies More to Know What is the Transportation Improvement Program? Our transportation options and quality of infrastructure impact more than just mobility. They influence how we attract talent, create community places, drive economic development, and prioritize connectivity, safety, and accessibility for all who live, work, and play in the Greater Lansing region. This is why the projects included in our Transportation Improvement Program , or TIP for short, represent more than just an investment into our transportation system – they are an investment in our region’s prosperity and success. They also directly accomplish the goals, objectives, and priorities of the region’s long-range Metropolitan Transportation Plan , which was created with you! The TIP is the region’s short-range capital improvements program for roads, bicycle and pedestrian pathways, public transit, and other transportation enhancements in Greater Lansing's tri-county region. It includes a list of the federally funded projects planned within Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties over the next four years, as well as background information and statutory regulations that guide regional transportation planning across the country. Tri-County adopts a TIP every three years to ensure our communities are eligible to receive state and federal funding for these projects. The TIP is a living document and is regularly revised to reflect the most current transportation projects planned in the region. Significant revisions to projects, called amendments, may include adding new ones, adjusting timelines for construction or engineering, removing projects, and updating costs and other information. These changes, along with minor administrative modifications, are shared throughout the year at meetings of our technical advisory committee – the Capital Area Regional Transportation Study (CARTS) – and approved by the Board of Commissioners . Previous amendments and project changes may be viewed below. What else should you know to better understand the TIP? Watch the video below or learn more here ! Have Questions? Contact our team at info@mitcrpc.org , for information on the TIP. FY 2026-2029 TIP FY 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program Tri-County’s Board of Commissioners adopted the TIP for fiscal years 2026 through 2029 on May 28, 2025. Our fiscal year 2026-2029 TIP, which plans over $390 million of investment from October 2025 through September 2029, includes a variety of maintenance, reconstruction, new construction, capital purchase, and other projects to improve our roads and bridges, non-motorized networks (including bicycle and pedestrian paths and trails), public transit services and buses, system safety and operations, and various urban and rural transportation infrastructure and mobility needs. Navigate the document gallery below to view project details, as well as the TIP document and supporting appendices. To learn more about transportation projects planned throughout Greater Lansing's tri-county area, view the current project list (PDF) or explore the layers of our interactive map. Review projects by year or type, or see the full listing by expanding the arrow at the bottom of the interactive project map. Additional documents in the gallery include background on how projects are scored and prioritized, the schedule for amending projects, policies for revising projects, and other program information. May 2026 TIP Amendments March 2026 TIP Amendments February 2026 TIP Amendments December 2025 TIP Amendments November 2025 TIP Amendments September 2025 TIP Amendments Past Programs Past Projects Annual Listing of Obligated Transportation Projects View annual reports of past projects that have been obligated (received committed funding) in the below document gallery. The reports include projects, such as public transit, road, nonmotorized, and operational improvements, that are funded with federal dollars. Regionally significant projects supported with state funding are also included. Past Transportation Improvement Programs View past Transportation Improvement Programs and past amendments to these programs below. FY 2023-2026 TIP Tri-County's Board of Commissioners adopted the FY 2023-2026 TIP on May 25, 2022. The TIP became effective upon incorporation into the Statewide TIP maintained by MDOT. The TIP includes projects selected from approved calls for project processes held between 2023 and 2026. The FY 2023-2026 TIP included over $350 million of programmed transportation investments, including $280 million for roadways and $70 million for public transit. View the FY 2023-2026 TIP and related materials below: FY 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program Appendix A: Glossary of Terms & Abbreviations Appendix B: Financial Plan Appendix C: Listing of Projects & Maps Appendix E: Project Scoring Criteria & Prioritization Process Appendix G: Public & Stakeholder Engagement Report Transportation Conformity Determination Report Environmental Justice Analysis Report Environmental Mitigation Report FY 2023-2026 TIP Project List FY 2024 TIP Amendment Schedule FY 2025 TIP Amendment Schedule FY 2023-2026 TIP Development Schedule FY 2023-2026 Social Media Toolkit The TIP is a living document and, therefore, may be amended from time to time. Changes to the TIP are made in the form of amendments and modifications, which are regularly completed to ensure transportation project accuracy and funding resources. See the links below for all TIP modifications and amendments: September 2025 TIP Amendments July 2025 TIP Amendments May 2025 TIP Amendments March 2025 TIP Amendments February 2025 TIP Amendments November 2024 TIP Amendments September 2024 TIP Amendments July 2024 TIP Amendments May 2024 TIP Amendments March 2024 TIP Amendments February 2024 TIP Amendments December 2023 TIP Amendments October 2023 TIP Amendments September 2023 TIP Amendments July 2023 TIP Amendments May 2023 TIP Amendments March 2023 TIP Amendments February 2023 TIP Amendments November 2022 TIP Amendments September 2022 TIP Amendments FY 2020-2023 TIP Tri-County's Board of Commissioners adopted the FY 2020-2023 TIP on June 26, 2019. The TIP became effective upon incorporation into the Statewide TIP maintained by MDOT. The TIP includes projects selected from approved calls for project processes held between 2019 and 2023. The FY 2020-2023 TIP included approximately $673 million of programmed transportation investments, including $477 million for roadways and $196 million for public transit. View the FY 2020-2023 TIP and related materials below: FY 2020-2023 Transportation Improvement Program FY 2020-2023 TIP Project List FY 2020-2023 TIP Project Maps TIP Quick Reference Guide FY 2020-2023 TIP Revision Policies The TIP is a living document and, therefore, may be amended from time to time. Changes to the TIP are made in the form of amendments and modifications, which are regularly completed to ensure transportation project accuracy and funding resources. See the links below for all TIP modifications and amendments: May 2022 TIP Amendments March 2022 TIP Amendments February 2022 TIP Amendments November 2021 TIP Amendments September 2021 TIP Amendments July 2021 TIP Amendments May 2021 TIP Amendments March 2021 TIP Amendments February 2021 TIP Amendments November 2020 TIP Amendments July 2020 TIP Amendments FY 2017-2020 TIP Tri-County's Board of Commissioners adopted the FY 2017-2020 TIP on June 22, 2016. The TIP became effective upon incorporation into the Statewide TIP maintained by MDOT. The TIP includes projects selected from approved calls for project processes held between 2015 and 2020. The FY 2017-2020 TIP included approximately $545 million of programmed transportation investments, including $190 million for roadways and $355 million for public transit. View the FY 2017-2020 TIP and related materials below: FY 2017-2020 Transportation Improvement Program Air Conformity Analysis Report TIP Project Ranking Criteria TAP Projects Evaluating Criteria Get Involved! GET INVOLVED. MAKE A DIFFERENCE. 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. We always welcome feedback on projects planned in the TIP. Check out ways to stay involved below! ATTEND A MEETING SUBMIT AN ONLINE COMMENT FORM CONTACT US WITH QUESTIONS Things to Know What Else Should I Know? As the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the region, Tri-County channels all federal funding for transportation projects into our local communities. The TIP, which plans for these projects, is developed through a cooperative, collaborative process with area road departments, the region's public transit providers, and local, state, and federal government agencies. The TIP's list of projects is "fiscally constrained," which means that only projects with confirmed funding are listed (it is not a "wish list" of projects). Though funding may come from a variety of sources, the term "obligated" references the federal government's legal commitment to pay their share of a project cost. The TIP is the short-range implementation arm of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan , and each TIP project must work toward achieving the goals and objectives listed in the Plan and meeting performance measures . The TIP is one of the ways we implement the long-term vision of the Plan, in addition to policy priorities and planning initiatives. What Types of Projects are Included in the TIP? Road Improvements Funding is used to improve the condition of the roads and highways. Transit Capital Funding for capital improvements, including public transportation facilities and bus purchases. Bridge Work Funding is used to repair and replace state and local bridges. Safety Improvements Funding is used to contribute to the improved safety of the transportation network by working to reduce fatalities and injuries of both drivers and bicyclists /pedestrians. Non-Motorized Facilities Funding is used to maintain or improve bicycle and pedestrian connections and infrastructure, including trails. Administration and Planning Funding is used for collecting data and coordinating studies for improvements for the transportation system, including reducing congestion, improving access and system connectivity, and other mobility enhancements. Types of Projects in the TIP

Our economy relies on the transportation of goods, and while freight plays a key role in the economic prosperity of our communities, it increases traffic on our highways and railroads. The recently passed FAST Act – Fixing America’s Surface Transportation – has placed emphasis on freight planning. HOME > PROGRAMS & SERVICES > TRANSPORTATION > PLANNING AREAS > FREIGHT All Program Planning Areas 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) Freight (Movement of Goods) Our economy relies on the transportation of goods, and while freight plays a key role in the economic prosperity of our communities, it increases traffic on our highways and railroads. The Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) , also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), has placed emphasis on freight planning with a dedicated source of federal dollars for freight projects. The region's 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan analyzes the effects of freight traffic, including economic impacts, and a Regional Freight and Goods Movement Plan will detail projects that will improve truck routes. Tri-County has identified a multimodal Regional Freight Network and identified physical industrial clusters and corridors that are reliant on existing freight infrastructure for continued economic activity. Tri-County will soon develop a Regional Freight Plan to enhance freight movement in the region. The plan will include all modes of freight transportation and identify significant corridors and geographic areas where freight investment could help resolve freight mobility and congestion and safety issues, as well as enhance economic development opportunities for the region’s residents and business community. That planning process will start with a vision for a desired future, and from the vision, goals and performance measures will be created to help achieve it. Check back for updates!

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 have a dedicated staff of 11 professionals working to serve our member communities and make the Greater Lansing area more prosperous. HOME > ABOUT > OUR TEAM Tri-County Staff James Snell Executive Director 517-999-8906 jsnell@mitcrpc.org Meet Jim Jim Koenig, AICP, PTP Senior Transportation Planning Manager 517-999-8909 jkoenig@mitcrpc.org Meet Jim Sydney Sheaks Finance Manager 517-899-9489 ssheaks@mitcrpc.org Meet Sydney Nicole Baumer Deputy Director 517-999-8900 nbaumer@mitcrpc.org Meet Nicole Lauren Schnoebelen Environmental Planner 517-999-8912 lschnoebelen@mitcrpc.org Meet Lauren Shanice Tan Data Analyst 517-393-0343 stan@mitcrpc.org Meet Shanice Amanda Hathaway Frattarelli Environmental Planner 517-999-8905 ahathawayfrattarelli@mitcrpc.org Meet Amanda Valonda Sesi Marketing & Community Engagement Manager 517-999-8903 vsesi@mitcrpc.org Meet Valonda Laura Tschirhart Senior Transportation Planner, GIS Coordinator 517-999-8910 Ltschirhart@mitcrpc.org Meet Laura ©

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. 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 for cost information and availability of rooms. Mapping Services Don't see a map you're looking for in our Map Gallery? Request a map 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. 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 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, Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, Tri-County Water Policies & Programs Guide, and Regional Growth: Choices for our Future 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 to make a presentation request or visit our programs page 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 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, Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, and Regional Growth: Choices for our Future policy document. Contact us to submit your plan or request additional information. Asset Management Readiness Assessment In collaboration with the Michigan Infrastructure Council, Tri-County staff will be offering assistance to local agencies impacted by PA 323, 324, and 325 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). 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.

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 maintains an interactive map gallery to help planners, decision-makers, and the public visualize real-world trends happening in the Greater Lansing region. Maps help tell the story of our region and its needs by using a variety of both static and interactive maps and applications. HOME > PROGRAMS & SERVICES > DATA & MAPPING > MAPPING & INTERACTIVE DATA Data & Mapping Request a Map Data & Tools Technical Services Mapping & Interactive Data Tri-County maintains an interactive map gallery to help planners, decision-makers, and the public visualize real-world trends happening in the Greater Lansing region. Maps help tell the story of our region and its needs by using a variety of both static and interactive maps, applications, story maps, and mapping and forecasting tools. Explore our gallery below to learn about topics impacting our region, including our transportation system performance and infrastructure, accessibility to essential services and recreational facilities, and our natural resources. 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. Mapping Request Don't see a map you're looking for? Request one using the form below. Type of Map Submit Map Request Form

We maintain a variety of data that tell the story of our region. Check out datasets, dashboards, and our map gallery for more information! DATA & MAPPING Mapping & Interactive Data Maps provide a key method of visually communicating our plans and regional trends to policy makers, the public, and our local communities. Tri-County maintains a map gallery of both static and interactive maps, applications, story maps, and mapping and forecasting tools to help tell the story of our region and its transportation options, accessibility to essential services, and other factors that impact our quality of life. View Our Map Gallery Databases & Dashboards We provide a variety of data analysis, forecasting, and data-centric information to help citizens, businesses, and municipalities make informed decisions about living, working, and doing business in the Greater Lansing area. Our databases, tools, and dashboards provide up-to-date information on demographics and socioeconomic trends, land use, economic key indicators, environmental considerations, and transportation-related data. View Our Data & Tools 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. Local governments, community partners, and other regional organizations are eligible to participate in our variety of technical services offered by staff. Learn More Databases & Dashboards Databases & Dashboards 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. 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. To access the full Viewer application directly, click here. Tri-County Virtual Trail Explorer Embark on a virtual exploration of over 140 miles of regional trails with our 360° tour of the tri-county area's trail system! Similar to Google Maps' "Street View," the full Tri-County Virtual Trail Explorer offers a panoramic view of several regional trails, including the Middle Grand River Water Trail, the Lansing River Trail, the Clinton County portion of the Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Trail, and other local hiking and biking trails. The Middle Grand River Water Trail is an 87-mile inland paddling trail with 33 well-established launch sites accessible to both beginners and experienced paddlers, connecting tourists and residents alike to the beauty and history of Michigan's longest river. Jump directly to the Middle Grand River Water Trail explorer here. The Greater Lansing Region is home to a variety of hiking and biking trails open to the public. To view the greenways currently available on our trail explorer, click here. Middle Grand River Water Trail Navigation Tool The Middle Grand River Water Trail is an officially designated MDNR water trail beginning in Eaton Rapids, MI and ending in Lyons, MI. The following map has been created to help users find access points and amenities, locate river hazards, and share information about Middle Grand communities. View the interactive Google Map here. No map can alert you to every hazard or anticipate the limitations of the trail user. Therefore, the descriptions of the trail on this website are not representations that a particular excursion or place will be safe for your party. When you follow the trail, you assume responsibility for your own safety. Pay attention to traffic, water, road, and trail conditions, weather, terrain, the capabilities of your party, and other factors. Keeping informed on the current conditions and exercising common sense are the keys to a safe, enjoyable outing. Safe paddling requires preparation, proper equipment, and experience. Canoeing and kayaking can be dangerous. Traffic Count Database System Tri-County's innovative Traffic Count Database System (TCDS) is a regional depository and an interactive map tool for current and historical traffic count data. Under "TOOLS" are GIS layers depicting TIP Projects (2009-2013) as well as 2035 modeled traffic trend deficiencies for AM and PM rush hours. View TCDS quick links below: MDOT | Clinton County | Eaton County | Ingham County | City of Lansing City of East Lansing | Delta Township | Michigan State University Interactive Map: 2050 Population & Employment Data Tri-County staff has completed analysis and disaggregation of future 2050 population, household, and employment data throughout the 1,139 Traffic Analysis Zones (TAZ) within the region. View the interactive map here. This future socioeconomic (SE) dataset is a byproduct of the report, "The Economic and Demographic Outlook for Michigan Through 2050," prepared for the Michigan Department of Transportation, generally every four years, by the University of Michigan's Institute for Research on Labor, Employment and the Economy. Michigan Traffic Crash Facts The Michigan Traffic Crash Facts (MTCF) website provides users with annual official Michigan crash data. There are two sections to the website: the Publications section that contains crash data statistics dating back to 1952; and the Data Query Tool, which allows users to perform advanced searches. Tri-County Population, Number of Households, & Employment Census 2020 This data table shows the total population, number of households, and retail and non-retail employees by county and minor civil division geography levels. Source: 2020 Census Decennial Tri-County Demographics, US Census 2020 This data table provides an overall demographic snapshot of the Tri-County Region in terms of population, income, education and housing. Source: US Decennial Census 2020, US Census American Community Survey 2016-2020 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.