News

Our Planning Commission has a vacancy, now what?

Published on September 1, 2021
The correct way to address a vacancy of a position on the board is through the bylaws.
CSUS alumnus spotlight: Ted Alter

Published on August 30, 2021
“Lead in whatever you’re doing by making it possible for others to lead.” Ted reflects on his experiences as an interdisciplinary researcher, educator, and academic administrator at Penn State University for over 45 years.
Before settling for a public hearing, consider the continuum of public involvement

Published on August 6, 2021
Referring to the continuum of public involvement before the next big community decision will help your local government design the most effective method for engaging the public.
Planning commissions and zoning board of appeals are required to have governing bylaws

Published on July 23, 2021
There is a minimum content for bylaws, but normally there is much more, including specifying which parliamentary authority is used.
MSU leaders share new diversity directions in higher education and Extension

Published on July 20, 2021
Jabbar R. Bennett, Ph.D., and Quentin Tyler, Ph.D., were recently interviewed about the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion across Michigan State University.
The importance of Appreciative Leadership

Published on June 3, 2021
Showing genuine appreciation is a strength that all leaders need to practice to bring out the best in themselves and others.
How are county commissioner districts created?

Published on June 2, 2021
The county apportionment process takes place every 10 years following the census, to draw county commission districts.
Who should be on our community leadership team?

Published on May 20, 2021
After several years, strategies and suggestions develop for building leadership teams to address community-driven tourism and development.
Begin the journey towards parliamentary procedure certification

Published on April 3, 2021
Obtaining credentials as a parliamentarian.
Incompatible office: what does it mean and how does it differ from a conflict of interest?

Published on March 18, 2021
Conflict of Interest and Incompatible Office are not the same thing. There are unique responses to each situation.