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Planning and zoning for solar in Michigan

Published on May 30, 2025
Renewable energy siting laws in Michigan limit the role of local government while expanding the role of the state. A new guide helps communities prepare.
MSU students partner with Michigan communities to improve trail access

Published on May 30, 2025
Trail Building, Law and Policy course connects student projects to community development
What is, or is not, a charrette?

Published on April 25, 2025
Charrette is a very specific type of public involvement system for design and planning projects. Do not be fooled by people calling every public participation event a charrette.
Category 4 sites under the Right to Farm Act Site Selection GAAMP

Published on April 25, 2025
Site Selection GAAMP provides local authority to permit livestock keeping in primarily residential areas
Leadership, democracy, and the lessons we can learn from nature

Published on March 19, 2025
Bees, baboons, and ballots can all teach us a thing or two about leadership.
Advanced Facilitative Leadership workshop announced for June 2025

Published on March 19, 2025
Advanced Facilitative Leadership helps increase confidence and competence in facilitating and managing situations when conflict arises.
Make your voice heard: A simple guide to contacting your legislators

Published on March 17, 2025
Learn easy ways to find, contact, and influence your elected officials.
Great Lakes Leadership Academy celebrates 2025 graduating cohort and honors statewide alumni of the Leadership Advancement Program

Published on March 6, 2025
The Leadership Advancement Program is a rigorous, year-long experience for leaders dedicated to empowering their communities and organizations for the common good.
First time visitor perspectives still in high demand for Michigan communities

Published on February 19, 2025
Demand for MSU Extension’s First Impressions Tourism assessment program reaches pre-pandemic levels by assisting five communities in understanding assets and unique qualities through first time visitor experiences and perspectives.
Farmer shares experience about grazing livestock in solar projects

Published on February 12, 2025
Farmers who raise sheep and cattle and local planning and zoning board members are invited to learn about solar grazing opportunities.