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SEMCOG awards Canton $900,000 TAP grant for sidewalks, to fill gaps near schools
Summary
SEMCOG presented Canton Township a $900,000 Transportation Alternatives Program award to fund nearly two miles of sidewalks and connections to several schools; the award recognizes local traffic‑safety advocacy and required county coordination because townships do not own roads.
The Southeastern Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) presented Canton Township with a Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) award and a $900,000 check at the July 22 Board of Trustees meeting.
Amy O’Leary, executive director of SEMCOG, said the regional agency evaluated projects submitted by local governments and selected Canton’s application for its emphasis on safety for…
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