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The new economy's impact on legacy cities
Published on September 16, 2016
Legacy Cities can use the New Economy principles to create shared economic prosperity at both the local and regional levels. -
Leaders can learn to engage youth
Published on December 11, 2018
There are many resources available to leaders to assist them in having meaningful engagement with youth. -
Protecting your community officials with liability insurance
Published on November 15, 2012
Carrying liability insurance helps protect officials in the event of a lawsuit, but it is important to work with your municipal attorney to review the policy’s scope of coverage to ensure that your community’s coverage needs are met. -
Do not mow Japanese Knotweed
Published on November 2, 2015
Japanese Knotweed, a destructive invader, will proliferate if mowed. -
What are community capitals?
Published on December 20, 2013
Community capitals are resources and characteristics identified with successful and sustainable communities. -
The one question every municipality should ask itself before adopting an ordinance
Published on October 11, 2016
There are many considerations when developing and adopting a new ordinance, but perhaps the most important of all is determining whether the municipality has the will to enforce the new zoning regulations. -
Happy Birthday: 100th Anniversary of Smith-Lever Act and MSU Extension
Published on February 20, 2014
In 1914 the Smith-Lever Act was signed into federal law by President Woodrow Wilson. That created a national Extension system. -
Can urban and rural communities be successful without collaboration? - History of planning Part 2
Published on October 30, 2017
Regional cooperation dates back to colonial planning and explains why planning should not occur in a vacuum. -
Infill housing in Michigan can meet a “back to the city” demand
Published on January 9, 2013
Michigan communities are uniquely positioned to supply needed infill housing as demand shifts to more housing types that compliment walkable neighborhoods. -
Building Strong Sovereign Nations program to hold annual governance training later this month
Published on October 3, 2016
The BSSN program supports tribal efforts to build strong communities, organizations and governments. -
Economic impacts of COVID-19 on travel and tourism, specifically in the Great Lakes States
Published on June 3, 2021
U.S. Travel Association publishes details of the startling decline in U.S. travel and tourism. -
Making the most of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in your community
Published on December 31, 2013
A quality municipal GIS system provides substantial benefits to a community beyond parcel mapping. GIS can provide comprehensive services to a variety of departments, dramatically increasing efficiency and reducing costs. -
President Obama declares November “Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month”
Published on November 21, 2013
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recommends actions that all Americans take to assist in protecting our infrastructure from disasters and other hazards. -
Proper preparation and a positive approach can help you lead a “good meeting”
Published on November 30, 2012
Effective meetings follow a basic structure which includes having a clear purpose, shared discussion and support for decisions from all participants. -
Voting procedures: Part 2
Published on December 4, 2015
Voting methods defined for better understanding of parliamentary procedure. -
Facilitated discussion adds value to conference learning experience
Published on October 30, 2013
Talking with other participants about educational content while the material is still fresh in mind helps develop later application of that content to the participant’s work. -
James Bond movies and effective meetings share something
Published on November 25, 2015
Both can create action, expectations and results! -
Streamlining the zoning ordinance: Part 2
Published on October 27, 2014
Zoning can be confusing and hard to understand. There are several zoning streamlining techniques to make zoning easier to understand and use. -
MSU Native American Institute great source of information
Published on December 11, 2018
The Native American Institute can be a helpful resource to learn more about American Indians and resources connected to working with American Indians. -
Getting a resolution of support passed in your community
Published on December 31, 2013
Many individuals, groups and organizations would like to obtain a resolution of support from their municipality supporting their project, program or effort. However, the process to achieve this goal can often seem like a daunting and overwhelming task.