News
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Why mingle with trail-makers?
Published on October 3, 2017
Attending multiuse trail planning meetings can benefit you and your community. -
Forming community partnerships to identify economic development opportunities
Published on October 1, 2017
This Michigan State University Extension program is providing the essential leadership and organizational training that will allow communities to come together. -
Too much talking
Published on September 27, 2017
What to do to take control of a meeting with an incessant talker -
Engaging the public in local government decisions: Empower
Published on September 18, 2017
How can local and county governments better engage the public in decision-making processes? -
How gentle volunteer recruitment efforts can yield astonishing results
Published on September 11, 2017
Employ “paying it forward” in outreach efforts to stimulate organizational growth. -
Engaging the public in local government decisions: Collaborate
Published on September 5, 2017
How can government better engage the public in decision-making processes? -
What did you say? - The Importance of being an active listener
Published on August 29, 2017
Tools to increase your active listening skills. -
Otsego County Community and Economic Development Network
Published on August 24, 2017
Several Otsego County organizations start network to work together for strategic growth and quality of life -
Engaging the public in local government decisions: Involve
Published on August 21, 2017
How can government better engage the public in decision-making processes? -
Public comment at open meetings is frustrating the public
Published on August 14, 2017
Is there a better way?