Michiana Area Council of Governments

09/06/2026

A quiet drive home can turn loud fast. Skip the sirens, get a sober ride home. 🚨 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

09/04/2026

We will be out of the office on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

We hope you all have a fun and safe weekend. We will be back in the office on Tuesday, September 8.

09/04/2026

What will our transportation landscape look like in 30 years? We are gathering insights for the Michiana on the Move: 2055 Transportation Plan, and early survey results show that 78% of you are prioritizing facilities for vulnerable road users, 65% are focused on the condition of the transportation network, and 60% are concerned about roadway safety.

We need more input to get a complete picture of our region's needs. Please take a moment to share your input and let us know what matters to you! https://engage.macog.com/LRTP/survey

09/03/2026

The September Policy Board meeting is next Wednesday, September 9, at 10:00 am.

Members of the public are invited to attend either:
In-Person: Mishawaka City Hall, 2nd Floor (100 Lincoln Way, Mishawaka, IN 46544)
Online: Via YouTube live-stream

Find the agenda, live stream link, and public comment details on our engagement webpage: https://engage.macog.com/policy-board

09/03/2026

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Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Mini-Grant - Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day honors the living legacy of civil rights activist Ruby Bridges. On November 14th, the day encourages students to walk to school and engage in a day of dialogue about activism, anti-racism, and anti-bullying. If you are interested in hosting a Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day event, please review the grant eligibility guidelines and funding ideas before completing your application. Submissions are due by Friday, September 4, 2026. https://loom.ly/5sqcyOo

Innovative Coordinated Access and Mobility Pilot Program - The Innovative Coordinated Access and Mobility (ICAM) Pilot Program seeks to improve access to public transportation by building partnerships among health, transportation, and other service providers. This program provides competitive funding to support innovative projects for transportation disadvantaged populations that will improve the coordination of transportation services and non-emergency medical transportation services. Applications are due by September 9, 2026. https://loom.ly/z8jYvh8

Indiana DNR Community & Urban Forestry Grant Opportunities - The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for two Community & Urban Forestry grant opportunities that support projects to protect, expand, and improve Indiana's urban tree canopy. The Community & Urban Forestry Assistance (CUFA) Grant provides $1,000–$30,000 for projects such as tree planting, tree inventories, ordinance development, management plans, invasive species replacement, and education. Communities with a population of 10,000 or less may also apply for the Small Town Big Trees Grant, which offers $500–$5,000 for similar community forestry projects, including tree planting, inventories, ordinance updates, management plans, and community engagement. Both grant programs require a 1:1 local match, and applications are due September 11, 2026. https://loom.ly/FSbmIT4

Community Crossing Matching Grant (CCMG) - INDOT Call for projects for the State FY 2027 Community Crossings Program is now open and will close on September 30, 2026, at 5 pm ET. This call is expected to recur every September moving forward. Local Public Agencies that received lane mile distribution funding on June 30, 2026, are eligible to apply only for the difference between that amount and the $1 million cap. Furthermore, all 2024-1 and 2024-2 projects must have been closed out by August 31, 2026, and any owed CCMG funds must be repaid to remain eligible for future funding. You can find complete program information on INDOT’s Local Public Agency Programs website. https://loom.ly/nl84mCc

FY 2027-2033 MACOG Call for Projects - Each year, MACOG is allocated federal transportation funding from the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), to be distributed between the South Bend & Elkhart-Goshen Urbanized Areas. MACOG is currently soliciting project applications from any City, Town, County, or Transit Agency within the urbanized area through October 12. More information related to eligible projects, project evaluation, and application forms will be available at https://loom.ly/cYoCMos

For more details or assistance with an application, feel free to reach out to MACOG!

09/02/2026

Exciting news! The Argos Town Council recently adopted the Argos 2040 Comprehensive Plan!

Over the past year, the Town of Argos and MACOG collaborated to craft this plan that helps develop a long-term vision, address the challenges, and create solutions that provide better options for where and how people live, work, and play. It serves as a roadmap for communities to achieve their vision and aspirations through the creation and implementation of goals and action policies.

Looking ahead, the Town is preparing to organize an Implementation Advisory Committee and establish a recurring meeting schedule to begin putting this plan into action.

https://engage.macog.com/argos-2040

09/02/2026

The September Transportation Technical Advisory Committee (TTAC) meeting is today, Wednesday, September 2, at 9:00 am.

Members of the public are invited to attend either:
In-Person: Mishawaka City Hall, 2nd Floor (100 Lincoln Way, Mishawaka, IN 46544)
Online: Via YouTube live stream https://www.youtube.com/live/igPEdHC2lDU?si=n5ssQ1GLdilWqCaP

Find the agenda, live stream link, and public comment details on our engagement webpage: engage.macog.com/transportation-technical-advisory-committee

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09/01/2026

The EV Display event at South Bend's First Friday is this week, September 4, 2026!
Stop by from 5 - 7:30 pm in downtown South Bend to see a variety of plug-in hybrids and all-electric vehicles and talk to local electric vehicle drivers.

We appreciate all of the local vehicle drivers who volunteer their time to put on this educational event each year!
Please register if you are interested or would like to display your EV. https://driveelectricmonth.org/event-register?eventid=5368&t=educate

09/01/2026

Transpo will have a service update starting September 8. Learn more at https://www.sbtranspo.com/2026/08/route-changes-effective-tuesday-9-8-26/

📣 Important Transpo Service Update 📣

Transpo will implement route and schedule modifications beginning Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

These changes are necessary as Transpo responds to funding challenges resulting from recent state legislation, reductions in funding, and rising operating costs.

📅 Free Fares: September 8–12
To help our riders during this transition, all Transpo rides will be FREE from Tuesday, September 8, through Saturday, September 12, 2026.

📲 Plan your trip:
For a summary of the route and schedule changes, visit our website or scan the QR code below for updated information.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to continue providing safe, reliable and accessible public transportation to our community.

08/31/2026

This Labor Day weekend, law enforcement will be on the lookout for impaired drivers. If you're drinking, don't get behind the wheel. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.