MSU Extension Livable Communities

News

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  Be careful what you flush

  Published on April 8, 2024
  Flushing wipes and other items used for disinfection can damage wastewater treatment systems.

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  Virtual Master Composter Course teaches composting

  Published on March 28, 2024
  Take a virtual deep dive into gaining the skills of basics of composting from the comfort of your own home.

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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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  First Impressions Tourism assessment assists communities in understanding assets and unique qualities through first time visitor experiences and perspectives

  Published on January 19, 2024
  Three communities find outside visitors’ perspectives beneficial to strengthening their rural tourism economies and development efforts.

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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.

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  Michigan coastal community recognizes MSU Extension program as a catalyst for community and economic development

  Published on November 14, 2023
  Four years after the City of St. Clair participated in the First Impressions Tourism (FIT) Program through MSU Extension, community leaders recognized the project as catalyst for “Freighter Walk” success.

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  Helping Michigan homeowners stay in their homes after financial hardships from COVID-19

  Published on September 7, 2023
  MSU Extension financial and homeownership educators quickly moved to aid over 300 Michigan homeowners across 21 Michigan counties in applying for the Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund program.

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  Empowering Michigan state and local leaders to address housing affordability and equitable access in their own communities

  Published on September 7, 2023
  MSU Extension educators quickly and collaboratively responded to pressing housing policy needs and developed an extensive attainable housing program tailored to the varying geographies of urban, suburban, and rural communities in Michigan.

• Local government strategies to protect groundwater

  Published on August 3, 2023
  Groundwater can, and in some places has already, become contaminated. Local government is best-suited to prevent contamination from occurring with straightforward planning and zoning tools at their disposal.

• Supreme Court ruling on sign regulation has major implications for all local governments

  Published on August 3, 2023
  The decision means many, if not all, sign regulations in Michigan will need to be reviewed and likely changed if the municipality wants to reduce legal risks.