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MCAG is an association of city and county governments, with members who meet to solve regional problems such as transportation, solid waste, and air quality. This Association of Governments is where the cities and the county come together as equal partners to solve problems that can only be accomplished by working together.
Michael G. Nelson, Chair
MCAG Governing Board
Cooperation and collaboration – these words serve as the foundation for my year as Chairman of the Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG). As a two-term County Supervisor, I fully understand the importance of sound partnerships, as they can drive positive results.
To tackle the difficult issues like transportation and air quality, we must be willing to do things differently and better. We must be open to approaching the issues of transportation, transit, and solid waste from a regional perspective to benefit each and every resident of our County’s six cities and unincorporated areas.
With a genuine and healthy respect for all points of view, we can best serve our residents. By working together and providing regional leadership, we can reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, and improve the quality of life for the 250,000 residents of Merced County.
Merced County, along with the entire Valley, is poised for significant growth in the coming years. It is imperative that our region’s policymakers work cooperatively in order to build a better transportation infrastructure to create jobs and attract businesses.
I look forward to working with the MCAG Governing Board and staff over this next year, and believe that our County can make significant strides in meeting the many challenges we face.
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