The WMRPC, also known as Region 8, is one of Michigan’s 14 regional planning organizations. The WMRPC was organized in 1973 under Michigan’s Regional Planning Act (P.A. 281 of 1945, as amended). The WMRPC serves communities in Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, Mecosta, Montcalm, Osceola, and Ottawa Counties.
The primary focus of the WMRPC includes transportation planning, economic and community development, land use planning, data collection and analysis, and promoting cooperation among communities.
The WMRPC is available to assist communities with their planning and community development requirements. Available resources include the US Census and other demographic information, GIS mapping, plan preparation and identifying funding opportunities.
Membership is available to all local units of government located within the boundaries of Region 8.
Current WMRPC Members:
Allegan County- all cities, townships & villages
Barry County- all cities, townships & villages
City of Big Rapids
City of Cedar Springs
Ionia County- all cities, townships & villages
Mecosta County- all townships & villages
Montcalm County- includes all cities, townships & villages
Osceola County- all cities, townships & villages
City of Wyoming
