MSU Extension Civic Engagement

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  Ensuring public participation in meetings takes work and organization

  Published on October 8, 2019
  Meaningful public participation requires some very basic communication skills. Remember the key components of planning effective meetings.

• When to call an attorney for planning and zoning issues

  Published on September 5, 2019
  Land use decision making is not always a do it yourself proposition for local officials; there are times when you really should hire a lawyer.

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  Civic discussions with youth: Graduation requirements

  Published on May 31, 2019
  Who should decide what classes high school students need to take?

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  Civic discussions with youth: The gas tax

  Published on May 30, 2019
  What is a reasonable amount to pay for roads? Who should pay it?

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  Urban & Regional Planning junior Najma Muhammad receives Network for Global Civic Engagement Fellowship

  Published on February 20, 2019
  Najma Muhammad, a junior majoring in urban and regional planning at the MSU School of Planning, Design and Construction, received the Network for Global Civic Engagement Fellowship.

• What good is a lobbyist?

  Published on February 15, 2019
  Many people here the word “lobbyist” and think of dirty deals being made in the halls of Lansing or Washington, D.C. Is that true? Has a lobbyist ever done anything good for you?

• County government as conveners

  Published on February 8, 2019
  Local government strategies for collaboration.

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  Site plan application tips

  Published on January 3, 2019
  Creating a site plan can be challenging, this article provides some general suggestions to consider when preparing a site plan review application.

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  Why care about planning and zoning?

  Published on January 3, 2019
  Being involved in planning and zoning is a great way to help shape the future of your community.

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  Dot voting tips

  Published on January 3, 2019
  An easy and quick way to calculate how many dots to use for best results.