MSU ExtensionFiscal Management

MSU Extension works to provide training to local elected leaders in Michigan’s 1,858 townships, villages, cities and counties; 608 school districts, 456 special purpose authorities, 14 multi-county regions, and 12 federally recognized tribal nations.

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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.

Qualifications-based selection, not bidding, is best to contract with professional services

Published on October 8, 2019

Many believe governments should bid for jobs over a certain dollar amount. But bids are not always the best selection system. When hiring professional services Qualifications-Based Selection is the better system to use.

Governing the municipal budget process

Published on August 22, 2019

This article's purpose is to provide a government equation that fosters a positive experience with the fiscal equation that promotes a long-term view for local municipalities.

New Commissioner Schools - 2018

Published on November 15, 2018

Celebrating 50 years of New County Commissioner education with a new format. Register now.

Learn more about good governance: Fiscal sustainability and more

Published on October 2, 2018

Here in part two, we focus on finance and facilitation programs in general, and the full range of programs for sovereign tribal nations.