The City of Farmington is pleased to announce that Mayor Joe LaRussa has been appointed to the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) Economic Development Council (EDC) for a two-year term beginning July 1, 2026, and continuing through June 30, 2028.

The Economic Development Council is a standing committee responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of SEMCOG’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for Southeast Michigan. The council provides strategic guidance on regional economic development priorities and promotes collaboration among public, private, educational, workforce and community stakeholders.

In his role, Mayor LaRussa will contribute to discussions on regional economic conditions, emerging opportunities and challenges, economic development initiatives, and strategies to support job growth and shared prosperity throughout Southeast Michigan.

“I’m honored to represent Farmington on SEMCOG’s Economic Development Council,” said Mayor LaRussa. “Economic development is a regional effort, and I look forward to working with communities and partners across Southeast Michigan to identify opportunities that strengthen our local and regional economies.”

The appointment provides Farmington with a voice in regional conversations surrounding economic development, investment, funding opportunities and initiatives that support the long-term vitality of Southeast Michigan.