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Protecting your community officials with liability insurance
Published on November 15, 2012
Carrying liability insurance helps protect officials in the event of a lawsuit, but it is important to work with your municipal attorney to review the policy’s scope of coverage to ensure that your community’s coverage needs are met. -
Community planning’s dirty word: Sprawl
Published on October 24, 2012
Managing growth can prevent sprawl and encourage the development of prosperous Michigan cities and countrysides. -
Avoid conflicts of interest as a volunteer board member
Published on September 24, 2012
Board members have a fiduciary responsibility to their organization and members. Decisions they make must be in the best interest of the organization and not to benefit personal, family or business interests. -
Visionary leadership and shared regional assets are critical for small town success
Published on September 3, 2012
Small, rural towns that are distanced from large population centers will experience more sustainable economies through creative and effective strategies for regional collaboration and cooperation. -
Mediate disaster-related financial issues – don’t procrastinate
Published on August 3, 2012
Farmers who have experienced crop losses through drought or freeze may benefit by utilizing mediation services if they cannot meet financial obligations. -
New Extension report examines fiscal conditions in Lansing-East Lansing Metro region
Published on July 10, 2012
Region is compared to four similar regions in U.S. using a series of benchmarks. Results indicate high spending on public safety, low spending on infrastructure and significant fiscal challenges for Lansing. -
Detroit 2012-20013 budget: Correcting the lingering deficit issues
Published on June 22, 2012
Detroit’s 2012-2013 budget will result in significant restructuring to restore the financial stability of the State’s largest city. -
Kale and kids are a cool combination
Published on February 16, 2012
Kale and kids can be a great combination. Give this great tasting and versatile vegetable a try.