Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission

07/11/2023

Recycle Tip Tuesday! Genesee County supports healthy, livable, and safe communities through the recycling resources available at http://gcmpc.org/environmental/

03/11/2023

ATTENTION! The Genesee County Metropolitan Alliance meeting on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. will be held in the Human Resources (HR) Training Room (G51) on the ground floor/basement of the Genesee County Administration Building, 1101 Beach Street, Flint, MI 48502.

ATTENTION! The Genesee County Metropolitan Alliance meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 15th, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Human Resources (HR) Training Room (G51) on the ground floor/basement of the Genesee County Administration Building. This public meeting is an opportunity for you to review...

30/10/2023

GCMPC is looking for contractors to join our Home Improvement Program bidders list. Please join us on November 8th from 12:30PM-3:30PM at the Mt Morris Library to discuss contractor opportunities. This supports Genesee County's goal of community growth.

30/10/2023

Every time we hit the road, we leave behind more than just tire tracks. Vehicle emissions are a major contributor to air pollution, impacting our air quality and environment. On average, a typical passenger vehicle emits about 4.6 metric tons, or over 10,000 pounds, of carbon dioxide per year.

Let’s make a conscious effort to reduce our carbon footprint – carpool, use public transportation, or opt for eco-friendly vehicles. Small changes can make a big difference! By using environmentally friendly modes of transportation, you can help Genesee County reach its goal of healthy, livable, and safe communities through environmental stewardship.

27/10/2023

Law enforcement agencies from across Michigan and throughout the nation are helping residents dispose of unwanted medications responsibly during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Click the link and type in your zip code to find locations in Genesee County that will be accepting medications for proper disposal.

The drug overdose epidemic in the United States is a clear and present public health, public safety, and national security threat. DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day reflects DEA’s commitment to Americans’ safety and health, encouraging the public to remove unneeded medications fro...

25/10/2023

Are your air aware? Let’s raise awareness for cleaner air and a healthier planet. By doing your part to improve air quality, you help Genesee County to meet its priority of a healthy, livable, and safe community.

20/10/2023

Learn more about Genesee County's program! This program promotes Genesee County's goal of community growth.

06/10/2023

ATTENTION! The Genesee County Metropolitan Alliance meeting on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. will be held in the Human Resources (HR) Training Room (G51) on the ground floor/basement of the Genesee County Administration Building, 1101 Beach Street, Flint, MI 48502.

ATTENTION! The Genesee County Metropolitan Alliance meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 18th, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Human Resources (HR) Training Room (G51) on the ground floor/basement of the Genesee County Administration Building. This public meeting is an opportunity for you to review....

02/10/2023

In order to promote Genesee County’s goal of healthy, livable, and safe communities, GCMPC will be holding a free Tire Recycling Event on October 14th from 9AM to 1PM at Environmental Rubber Recycling's location, 6515 N Dort Highway, Flint, MI 48505.

25/09/2023

Learn more about Genesee County's program!

20/09/2023

Check out our air quality awareness page at www.gcmpc.org/air-quality-awareness for newly added resources to help kids learn about the importance of keeping our air clean (see under educational links). These resources, like the children’s book “Why Is Coco Orange?”, help support Genesee County’s priority of healthy, livable, and safe communities through environmental stewardship.

19/09/2023

Recycle Tip Tuesday !

15/09/2023

We would like to congratulate and recognize the recently re-elected officers of the Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission!
Alan Himelhoch, Chairperson
Mike LaPointe, Vice-Chairperson
Gloria Nealy, Secretary

Thank you for your service and dedication to the Planning Commission and Genesee County. We appreciate you!

15/09/2023

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13/09/2023

Ridesharing can benefit your commute in more ways than one. Visit http://gcmpc.org/rideshare/ for more details.

08/09/2023

ATTENTION! The Genesee County Metropolitan Alliance meeting on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. will be held in the Human Resources (HR) Training Room (G51) on the ground floor/basement of the Genesee County Administration Building , 1101 Beach Street, Flint, MI 48502.

ATTENTION! The Genesee County Metropolitan Alliance meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 20th, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Human Resources (HR) Training Room (G51) on the ground floor/basement of the Genesee County Administration Building. This public meeting is an opportunity for you to revie...

22/08/2023

Did you know that using public transportation and carpooling can help improve air quality and save you money? Visit www.gcmpc.org/rideshare/ for more info.

17/08/2023

The Rideshare program provides a guaranteed ride home to all registered participants if an issue arises with your rideshare group. Learn more at http://gcmpc.org/rideshare/.

16/08/2023

Do you need home repairs, but can’t afford them? You may be eligible for a no interest loan through the Genesee County Home Improvement Program. Call our office for more information at (810) 257-3010.

Eligibility requirements and the on-line application are also available on our website at http://gcmpc.org/need-housing-repairs/.

01/08/2023

Did you know that properly inflated tires can keep you safe, save you money, and improve air quality? Visit gcmpc.org/air-quality-awareness/ for more info.

26/07/2023

All appointments for August 8th have been booked. Please visit the Drop Off Center Directory on our webpage at: http://gcmpc.org/drop-off-center-directory/ to find other locations to drop off your hard to recycle items.

25/07/2023

An Air Action! Day has been declared for Genesee County on Tuesday, July 25th. This means that the air quality in our area falls under the “orange” Air Quality Index category and may be unhealthy for sensitive groups such as those who have asthma. For those who are in this group, reduce your exposure by limiting your strenuous outdoor activity if possible. For more info, visit: https://www.airnow.gov/?city=Flint&state=MI&country=USA

Also remember to make clean air choices such as deferring the use of gas-powered engines; walk, bike, carpool, or use transit; and link errands in one trip.

18/07/2023

Notice: Cancellation of the August 22, 2023, Recycle Day Event

The Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission (GCMPC) provides free and accessible household hazardous waste (HHW) disposal opportunities for Genesee County residents. During 2023, Recycle Day collection events have been in high demand and an unprecedented amount of waste quantities per vehicle have been dropped-off. In 2022, an average of 150 pounds per vehicle were dropped-off at events compared to an average of 210 pounds per vehicle so far in 2023. Due to these unexpected high waste quantities, GCMPC is projected to exceed the existing budget to carry out all the 2023 events and as such, will be cancelling the August 22nd Recycle Day event. Please be aware that the Recycle Day events scheduled for July 25, 2023, and August 8, 2023, will still occur as scheduled.

Increasing demand for HHW disposal combined with rising costs to pay for collection and disposal has prompted GCMPC to explore other potential options for HHW collection. To give context for rising costs, in 2019 GCMPC spent $63 per vehicle that attended Recycle Day events compared to a cost of $181 per vehicle in 2023.

GCMPC has identified a site and is working toward a goal to establish a permanent recycling drop-off facility, replacing the current event format. The facility will provide convenience to residents by being open on a more consistent basis while supporting financial efficiencies for the collection of hard-to-dispose materials. By canceling the August 22nd Recycle Day event, additional funding will be saved to reach the goal of establishing this proposed facility.

If you are looking for other locations to dispose of your materials, visit the drop off center directory on GCMPC’s website at: http://gcmpc.org/drop-off-center-directory/.

If you have any further questions, please contact the Recycle Email address at [email protected].

Drop-Off Center Directory   Genesee County Special Waste Drop-off Locations Not sure where to recycle a particular item? This list provides locations and accepted materials. Cell Phone Recycling See what options are available for you to recycle your cell phone or other electronic device. Best Buy B...

14/07/2023

Do you know about the Genesee County Latex Paint Recycling Program? Through this program, residents can drop-off used latex paint for free at Genesee County Habitat for Humanity in Flint during their regular business hours. See the flyer below for details and be sure to check out this list of items that are not accepted through this program:http://gcmpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Latex-Paint-Recycling-Program-Items-Not-Accepted.pdf

13/07/2023

By properly burning wood in your campfire or wood-burning appliance, you can save money and improve local air quality. Check out the tips below on how to burn wood the right way. Visit https://www.epa.gov/burnwise for more info.

05/07/2023

Interested in receiving information about Genesee County’s environmental programs? To stay up to date on Recycle Day events, air quality issues, ridesharing, and other local environmental topics, please provide your full name and email address to [email protected]. By providing your contact info, you will be added to our environmental programs email distribution list.

03/07/2023

July is vehicle theft prevention month!