Resources
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A closer look at legacy costs and local actions in Michigan in the wake of PA 202
Published on October 1, 2019
Legacy costs have imposed challenges on local governments in Michigan. The lack of funding for retirement benefits, including pension and other postemployment benefits (OPEB) such as healthcare, affects the wellbeing of public employees.
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Marquette Area Climate and Health Adaptation Guidebook - Volume III: Prioritizing and Implementing Recommendations
Published on September 19, 2019
This volume of the Marquette Area Climate and Health Adaptation Guidebook outlines action steps and further stakeholder engagement options.
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Restrictions on Zoning Authority
Published on May 7, 2019
This pamphlet is a summary of the limitations placed on zoning in Michigan. There are certain land uses which are exempt from zoning, others which might be subject to regulation but can not be prohibited.
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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.
