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Sequence of government permits is important
Published on September 14, 2018
There is best order to obtain permits for development. The order is dictated by statute and influenced by best practices. -
Planning and Zoning for solar developments training partnership between MSU Extension, Michigan Energy Office
Published on September 5, 2018
As prices continue to fall more and more people are interested in the economics of solar power. -
What’s the best way to give raises?
Published on July 16, 2018
The short answer… there is no “best way”, rather several alternatives that may or may not fit your farm, business, or industry. -
Practical measures to de-stress a contentious public hearing
Published on July 16, 2018
Providing clear expectations and small, personal gestures can help diffuse a tense public hearing and ease nerves for participants. -
FREE Data Diamond in the Rough
Published on June 20, 2018
Find wealth of site selections and demographic data with Real Estate Database tool -
Is community growth a good or bad thing?
Published on June 4, 2018
Like people, communities are either green and growing or ripe and rotting. -
Local government budget decision making
Published on June 4, 2018
The governance equation can help in budget creation. -
2017-2018 planning and zoning court case summaries now ready
Published on May 22, 2018
The annual May 2018 summary of land use court cases is prepared and available to the public. -
2018 Citizen Planner Advanced Academy
Published on May 7, 2018
Planning for the good, the bad and the ugly of land use. -
Detroit River discharge
Published on February 28, 2018
How much water flows through the Detroit River?