MSU ExtensionLivable Communities

MSU Extension fosters livable communities through programming that reflects a sense of place, which is the visual, emotional, memorable and satisfaction of any community. Extension aligns communities with 21st-century global awareness and standards.

Zoning in on millennials

Published on January 10, 2020

Changing community codes to attract talented youth is one economic development strategy.

PARK(ing) day: A Placemaking Tool

Published on January 10, 2020

Create a temporary public park in your community on parking day.

Direct development with Corridor Improvement Authorities

Published on December 19, 2019

Develop outside the traditional downtown

New tool helps chart areas available to expand broadband infrastructure

Published on December 19, 2019

Broadband interactive map

Michigan Open Meetings Act: Understanding closed sessions

Published on December 18, 2019

Michigan’s Open Meetings Act was written to ensure that the governmental decision-making process would be accessible to Michigan residents.