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New tool helps chart areas available to expand broadband infrastructure

Published on December 19, 2019
Broadband interactive map
Nonconformities in zoning is the source of much confusion

Published on December 13, 2019
Zoning cannot be retroactive and has to grandfather existing land uses. Those are called nonconformities which take on many characteristics and are different than zoning violations.
Innovative budget process used by Muskegon county

Published on December 3, 2019
In 2012, Muskegon county utilized an innovative, collaborative budget process to solve revenue shortfalls and build teamwork that has proven to be successful over the past few years.
Wood chip heat

Published on November 12, 2019
As older boilers reach replacement age, it’s well worth considering systems that burn renewable and cost-competitive wood chips. Michigan is well-poised to expand this very environmentally-friendly heating fuel.
The case for data literacy in public sector organizations

Published on November 8, 2019
Why public sector organizations need to become more data literate.
Connecting Yooper flavor to the broader state at Making it in Michigan

Published on October 18, 2019
Rozie’s Foods has quickly moved from a conceptual startup to regionally distributed food business. Rose credits her rapid growth to a great product, strong team and personal touch.
Meijer supports communities, entrepreneurs in several ways at Making It In Michigan

Published on October 10, 2019
Meijer is the primary corporate partner of the educational conference and trade show and will have buyers on hand looking for products to put on store shelves
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.
Embarking on planning and zoning for the first time? Think it through!

Published on September 10, 2019
Local units of government without zoning, or townships subject to county zoning that might be considering adopting their own zoning ordinance, should think the process and requirements through carefully.
The Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility launches first-ever farmers market

Published on August 29, 2019
Local food project empowers students, promotes healthy, sustainable living, and encourages relationships through education.