News
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Why mingle with trail-makers?
Published on October 3, 2017
Attending multiuse trail planning meetings can benefit you and your community. -
Outdoor recreation is important to Michigan’s communities, economy and future
Published on October 2, 2017
Outdoor Industry Association provides state-by-state reporting on the impact of outdoor recreation on jobs, wages, and tax revenue. -
Deliver programs that are social and attractive: Part 2
Published on October 2, 2017
This article summarizes the findings of a walkability study in Melbourne, Australia that compared programs using the EAST framework: “easy, attractive, social and timely.” -
October is National Planning Month
Published on October 2, 2017
National Community Planning Month is a time to celebrate your community, learn about local planning initiatives, and get involved in making your community even better place to live, work, learn, and play -
Deliver programs that are social and attractive: Part 1
Published on October 2, 2017
This article summarizes the findings of a walkability study in Melbourne, Australia that compared programs using the EAST framework: “easy, attractive, social and timely.” -
Revitalizing Detroit through strategic community partnerships
Published on October 1, 2017
Michigan State University Extension has formed several strategic partnerships to ensure that the Motor City continues to thrive. -
Forming community partnerships to identify economic development opportunities
Published on October 1, 2017
This Michigan State University Extension program is providing the essential leadership and organizational training that will allow communities to come together. -
Too much talking
Published on September 27, 2017
What to do to take control of a meeting with an incessant talker -
How gentle volunteer recruitment efforts can yield astonishing results
Published on September 11, 2017
Employ “paying it forward” in outreach efforts to stimulate organizational growth. -
Cheboygan County road construction loan program
Published on September 8, 2017
First county in Michigan to create newly authorized program to loan money to townships for road construction