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Does your Planning Commission prepare its annual report?
Published on December 1, 2017
The Michigan Planning Enabling Act requires Planning Commissions to prepare an annual report to their legislative body that is often overlooked or ignored, but is an important part of a properly functioning local government. -
MSU Extension Key Partner Award honors the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments
Published on November 10, 2017
Regional planning partnership organization's work enhances many different Extension programs. -
Michigan local governments take note: Rules emerge for medical marijuana facilities
Published on October 31, 2017
With rules forthcoming from the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Michigan State University Extension is offering training for local government on next steps in local regulation of medical marijuana facilities. -
Can urban and rural communities be successful without collaboration? - History of planning Part 2
Published on October 30, 2017
Regional cooperation dates back to colonial planning and explains why planning should not occur in a vacuum. -
Who is Cesar Chavez?
Published on October 30, 2017
A story regarding the legacy of prominent union leader and labor organizer Cesar Chavez. -
Well-written policy aligns actions with the mission
Published on October 23, 2017
Good policy will drive successful actions that move organizations to solve long term issues. -
Principles and practices of urban planning: Part 1 colonial planning
Published on October 23, 2017
Colonial plans made significant contributions to urban planning and design. -
Planning with water in mind: Part One
Published on October 20, 2017
Communities can help insure water availability -
Planning with water in mind: Part Two
Published on October 20, 2017
Communities can help insure water availability -
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County
Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917.