MSU Extension Government

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  What’s in a planning commission’s annual report?

  Published on November 6, 2020
  The annual report is a requirement of all local government planning commissions and is an opportunity to provide the community and elected officials with a review of planning commission activities and achievements.

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  Planning for all generations

  Published on October 23, 2020
  Generational trends are leading to changing demographics in many communities and presenting new challenges. Having strategies to bring all generations into a planning process can help communities meet these challenges.

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  Understanding Michigan’s elected University governing boards – Part 2

  Published on October 19, 2020
  Explore the responsibilities of these boards and how the public can become involved and attend the meetings.

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  Understanding Michigan’s elected University governing boards

  Published on October 19, 2020
  Michigan is an outlier in its election of University Board Members.

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  Understanding Michigan’s elected University governing boards – Part 3

  Published on October 19, 2020
  Obtain a copy of your ballot and be prepared before you vote.

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  2020 Michigan Ballot Proposals

  Published on October 8, 2020
  All the information you need to make an informed decision on the two constitutional amendments on your ballot.

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  New Commissioner School 2020

  Published on October 7, 2020
  Same great content, new, COVID-19 safe, virtual format.

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  "Due Process" is often a source of lost court cases in local government

  Published on September 30, 2020
  In planning and zoning due process is simple to do, but maybe because it is so simple it is often overlooked. Yet many times it is one of the most important things to get right.

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  Legislative body involvement in zoning administrative decisions can raise important questions

  Published on September 11, 2020
  Michigan zoning is set up to mimic the three branches of federal government with separation of powers. But it is not done perfectly, and requires some careful consideration when thinking about how things are done in your community.

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  Being “SepticSmart” ensures the health of your family, lake and waterfront investment

  Published on September 11, 2020
  Learn how being septicsmart can bring important safeguards to you and the environment.