Resources
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To-do list for what a community should do for economic development in Michigan
Published on September 20, 2018
There are over-riding principles for economic development and community development in a new/global economy. There are four principles that should be the foundation and background for each item on the to-do list.
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Why Detroit Matters
Published on September 11, 2018
Series of articles by Dr. Adesoji "Soji" O. Adelaja, Hannah Distinguished Professor in Land Use Policy on Detroit and its importance to the economic health of all of Michigan.
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Service Solvency: Ability of Michigan Cities to Provide an Adequate Level of Public Services
Published on June 19, 2017
Using audit reports and F-65 reports from the Department of Treasury, this report identifies Michigan cities that may be service insolvent, or on the verge of being unable to provide fundamental services to their residents.
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Summary of Planning and Zoning Court Decisions, 2017
Published on May 22, 2017
A policy brief on planning and zoning court decisions, attorney general opinions for May 2016 to April 2017 by Kurt H. Schindler.
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A Review of Michigan's Local Financial Emergency Law
Published on May 10, 2017
This white paper details the Michigan emergency manager law, the experiences of local officials and outlines possible adjustments that could be made to the existing law.
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Sample Ordinances Regulating Medical Marijuana Facilities
Published on April 21, 2017
This bulletin provides a sample police power ordinance for authorizing one or more types of medical marijuana facilities in a municipality under the Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act, MCL 333.27101, et seq.
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County Revenue Options
Published on December 1, 2016
This paper outlines various revenue options for counties and what taxes and fees various states collect.
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First Impressions: Assessing Your Community for Tourism Application
Published on November 1, 2016
Background info and application for the First Impressions: Assessing Your Community for Tourism Program.
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Comprendiendo la Conducta de los Incendios Forestales en Michigan (E2882SP)
Published on September 22, 2016
This is the Spanish counterpart for the English bulletin 2882, Understanding Wildfire Behavior in Michigan.
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Wildfire Series: Understanding Wildfire Behavior in Michigan (E2882)
Published on September 22, 2016
