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Critical training for Zoning Board of Appeals members
Published on March 17, 2023
Acting properly, a community's Zoning Board of Appeals protects the interests of all parties and upholds due process, but when poorly trained, the board can be a serious legal risk to the community. -
Administrative decisions require careful application to ordinance standards: Part 2
Published on March 21, 2023
Base decisions only on explicit standards in the ordinance to avoid a challenge of being unreasonable, arbitrary or capricious. -
Administrative decisions require careful application to ordinance standards: Part 1
Published on March 21, 2023
Base decisions only on explicit standards in the ordinance to avoid a challenge of being unreasonable, arbitrary or capricious. -
Accessory dwelling units – Coming to a neighborhood near you?
Published on September 9, 2022
With interest in urban living on the rise, more communities are considering amending local regulations to allow accessory dwelling units in traditional neighborhoods. -
The importance of your Zoning Board of Appeals
Published on March 17, 2023
Maintaining a properly organized and functioning Zoning Board of Appeals is critical to ensure the integrity of the board’s decisions and to avoid potentially serious and costly legal issues. -
Preparation, deliberation and documentation are key to effective government meetings
Published on November 6, 2019
Public planning and zoning meetings go better when each member actively engages in preparation, deliberation, and documentation. These activities occur before the meeting starts and continue for the duration of the meeting. -
Not all public participation events are charrettes
Published on November 6, 2019
Charrette is a very specific type of public involvement system for design and planning projects. Do not be fooled by people calling every public participation event a charrette. -
What’s the best way to give raises?
Published on July 16, 2018
The short answer… there is no “best way”, rather several alternatives that may or may not fit your farm, business, or industry. -
World Food Prize inspires youth to join next generation of global hunger fighters
Published on February 25, 2016
World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute engages youth in decreasing hunger, malnutrition and human suffering around the world. -
Real Colors personality temperament tool – Part 3: Green
Published on September 23, 2015
This third article in a series on the Real Colors personality temperament tool explores the Real Color Green and what it means to be dominant in that color. -
Financial resources for extraordinary governance: Part 2
Published on December 8, 2014
While financial resources are critical for governments and nonprofits to accomplish their mission, aligning the resources with the mission and strategic goals is essential to achieving those goals. -
Five levels of community partnerships
Published on July 18, 2016
This framework can help a community or organization assess what level of collaboration best meets their needs. -
Focus Groups Generate Valuable Information: Part 1
Published on June 17, 2013
A closer look at the dynamics of focus group processes. -
Is it a conflict of interest for a board member of an organization to serve as a volunteer: Part 2
Published on November 24, 2015
Boards of nonprofits and public bodies occasionally have questions about how to handle individuals serving in two roles, here are some thoughts -
MSU Extension and Aquinas College partner to build community leadership
Published on February 21, 2012
Internships for community-based work make an impact on students, state -
Listen up! – Part 2
Published on March 17, 2013
Four tips to help youth and adults become better listeners. -
Two steps forward for nature and wildlife
Published on October 18, 2016
Sixty new Michigan Conservation Stewards Program participants display their projects on October 18, 19 and 20. How will they improve Michigan’s natural environment? -
True 4-H science teen leaders: St. Joseph County
Published on April 10, 2017
St. Joseph County has three True 4-H Science Teen Leaders in robotics. -
Do 1 Thing
Published on December 3, 2014
The national program Do 1 Thing gives you easy to follow suggestions and tips on preparing now for a possible emergency or disaster. -
Increased citizen participation in government: Fad or new reality? Part Four
Published on December 30, 2013
Increased citizen participation in both nonprofits and government seems to parallel the rise of the new economy. Can we harness the interest to both improve governance and satisfy citizens?