MACOG has recently launched a new platform, Go574, that helps the public understand and explore all of their travel options in the MACOG Region (St. Joseph, Elkhart, Marshall & Kosciusko Counties, IN).

ELKHART - Significant achievements in clean air and sustainability were honored Wednesday in Elkhart at Michiana Area Council of Governments’ (MACOG) 2025 Partners for Clean Air Awards Luncheon.

Walkerton Chief of Police Matt Schalliol and MACOG representatives unveiled the region’s first pursuit-capable electric law enforcement vehicle in the region at a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Town of Walkerton’s police department on Tuesday April 15.

MACOG in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), 49 CFR Part 26, hereby announces Fiscal Years 2025, 2026, and 2027 goals of 0 percent (0%) for DBE participation on contracts assisted by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) Community Crossings Matching Grant (CCMG) provides funding to local public agencies for road and bridge preservation projects, as well as specific ADA ramp and sidewalk work.

MACOG has developed the draft State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2026-2030 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for public review and comment from March 5, 2025, to April 4, 2025.

MACOG has released an amendment for the Michiana on The Move: 2050 Transportation Plan and corresponding Transportation Conformity Determination Report for public comment and review.

Christian Zeser was a member of MACOG’s second AmeriCorps cohort serving with MACOG at the Elkhart Environmental Center. Tasks included leading student groups on tours, large-scale invasive species removal, assistance in planning Environmental Center events, and leading events such as a birding walk.

The U.S. Department of Transportation announced that the Michiana Area Council of Governments (MACOG), partnering with St. Joseph County will receive $1 million from the Railroad Crossing Elimination Program for a rail crossing study at Ash Road and other nearby grade-crossings (Apple, Beech, and Cottage Grove) along the Norfolk Southern Railway.

New officers have been elected to serve on the Michiana Area Council of Governments (MACOG) Policy Board, the organizations’ governing board, for calendar year 2025.

As businesses in the area continue to grow and commute costs continue to increase, the Michiana Area Council of Governments (MACOG) is creating improvements to the transit system to attract workers to the area while reducing expenses for commuters.

Mallory Magee was a member of MACOG’s second AmeriCorps cohort serving with MACOG at City of Plymouth. After serving this past summer, Mallory continues her education in college and shares that "My AmeriCorps service with the City of Plymouth has allowed me to pursue my interest in local government and policy.

Heather Smith was a member of MACOG’s second AmeriCorps cohort serving with MACOG at Green Bridge Growers. She brought her long background in farming and was eager to try something new: an aquaponic system.

Megan Shank was a member of MACOG’s second AmeriCorps summer cohort serving with MACOG at Shirley Heinze Land Trust. Megan focused on the education side of what goes into a land trust.

In early November, 223 Indiana cities, towns, and counties received nearly $140 million in state matching funds for local road projects through Community Crossings, a component of the Governor’s Next Level Roads program.

Application Open for Public and Private Entities in the MACOG Region

Ruby Meyer is a member of MACOG’s second AmeriCorps cohort serving with MACOG at Green Bridge Growers. Ruby collaborates with the farm team to grow sustainable vegetable crops that nourish the local community, especially individuals and families facing food insecurity.

Anton Getz is a member of MACOG’s second AmeriCorps cohort serving with MACOG’s Active Transportation department in partnership with the South Bend Bike Garage. He focuses on improving access to and the quality of active transportation in the region. Access to transportation can have a huge impact on a person’s life.

There are over 150 miles of existing trails in the four county region, with new trails being built every year. Knowing the condition of each trail is essential for their maintenance; this is why MACOG is using a “data bike” to collect information regarding each trail’s condition.

MACOG is excited to announce the release of the draft Regional Mobility Plan (RMP). This plan is designed to serve as the region’s Coordinated Public Transit - Human Services Transportation Plan and aims to identify gaps and barriers in transportation services for people with disabilities, older adults, and low-income residents.