MSU Extension MSU Extension Citizen Planner Program

• Planning commissions can strengthen inclusion with gender neutral policy language

  Published on April 7, 2021
  Are people of all gender identities represented in your planning commission bylaws, policies, and other documents? Many organizations have taken steps to update policies and replace gendered language with gender neutral options.

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  Scenario-based shoreline planning can help improve coastal management

  Published on April 6, 2021
  Using simple, decision-centered, scenario-based planning has helped some Michigan Communities navigate the uncertain and complex task of shoreline planning.

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  Michigan’s 2020 Citizen Science Lake Monitoring Program

  Published on April 15, 2020
  The Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program is on hiatus until 2021, but there are lake monitoring options for 2020.

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  PARK(ing) day: A Placemaking Tool

  Published on January 10, 2020
  Create a temporary public park in your community on parking day.

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  Invasive species self-defense

  Published on January 16, 2018
  Three tools available to communities.

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  Revitalizing Detroit through strategic community partnerships

  Published on October 1, 2017
  Michigan State University Extension has formed several strategic partnerships to ensure that the Motor City continues to thrive.

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  Signed, sealed and delivered

  Published on August 24, 2017
  One seemingly small detail can make a big difference when it comes to investing in infrastructure.

• Ripple effect mapping reveals MSU Extension program impacts

  Published on December 14, 2015
  Program success documented through ripple effecting mapping with the help of MSU Extension educators.

• Creating successful retail streets

  Published on December 2, 2015
  The basic concepts and tools to create a successful retail street.