Through the Region 10 Regional Planning Affiliation (RPA), ECICOG works closely with local jurisdictions in the planning and programming of federally-funded transportation projects and improvements.

ECICOG is also responsible for the administration, coordination, and planning functions of the regional transit system.  Public transit services are available to all persons residing in the ECICOG region through the East Central Iowa Transit System. The regional system is comprised of six public transit providers operating within their counties respective boundaries: Benton County Transportation; Iowa County Transportation; Johnson County SEATS; Jones County JETS; Linn County LIFTS; and Washington County Mini Bus.