MSU Extension Government

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  New online program available: Foundations of Effective County Administration

  Published on October 9, 2024
  This new, self-paced online program builds knowledge, skills, and capacity of new and aspiring county administrative officials to navigate the complexities of county governance with confidence.

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  Registration and online course content is now available for the 2024 New Commissioner School

  Published on September 17, 2024
  New Commissioner School prepares new and veteran county leaders for their role in county government.

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  Community discussions around housing: Tax increment financing (TIF) for housing

  Published on August 13, 2024
  The Brownfield Redevelopment Finance Act now allows for TIF to be used for qualified housing projects.

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  Citizen education resources support voices of residents

  Published on August 12, 2024
  MSU Extension citizen education resources are helpful tools to inform community residents on the nature of local government planning and zoning decisions.

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  Annual state entrepreneurship conference continues to showcase small town charm and success in Cadillac

  Published on July 22, 2024
  The Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities conference returned in 2024 hosted by the City of Cadillac, welcoming more than 100 participants from across Michigan.

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  Registration now open for the 2025 Zoning Administrator Certificate Program in Mt. Pleasant

  Published on June 17, 2024
  Since 2009, the MSU Extension Zoning Administrator Certificate Program has served as Michigan's only zoning administration program focused on techniques that reduce legal risks to the zoning administrator and their community.

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  MSU Extension Center for Local Government Finance and Policy names Mark Skidmore interim director

  Published on April 4, 2024
  Skidmore will serve in this interim role while a nationwide search for a new director is underway.

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  City of Allegan strives to be more welcoming after capturing first-time visitor perspectives

  Published on March 5, 2024
  The First Impressions Tourism assessment supports community economic development by facilitating growth of local and regional tourism economies.

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  Registration now open for Governing Essentials webinar series

  Published on January 26, 2024
  The Governing Essentials Series is designed for local elected and appointed officials looking to sharpen their skills and promote good governance practices.

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  Zoning related to adult foster care (AFC) homes

  Published on December 15, 2023
  Zoning for adult foster care facilities requires a detailed review of state residential facility licensing types, similar dwelling types, density, and zoning districts.