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Opportunity Zone trainings for local community leaders offered by MSU Extension

Published on April 16, 2019
Opportunity Zones are being billed as a potential major community investment vehicle, and these trainings explain the fundamentals for local governments.
County government as conveners

Published on February 8, 2019
Local government strategies for collaboration.
Why care about planning and zoning?

Published on January 3, 2019
Being involved in planning and zoning is a great way to help shape the future of your community.
Site plan application tips

Published on January 3, 2019
Creating a site plan can be challenging, this article provides some general suggestions to consider when preparing a site plan review application.
Strategic plan still sitting on the shelf?

Published on December 6, 2018
Get to work on your strategic plan with strategic doing.
The Community Development Block Grant program

Published on December 6, 2018
Strengthen infrastructure and environment in your downtown by learning more about the Community Development Block Grant program.
Accessory dwelling units could alleviate housing shortage

Published on December 6, 2018
Add additional housing capacity in your community in the form of accessory dwelling units.
Michigan general election ballot proposals

Published on October 12, 2018
The Michigan General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Voters will decide on local, state, and federal elected positions including state and US Representative, state and US Senate, county commissioners, school board and, others.
Choose planning professionals who have AICP credentials

Published on October 10, 2018
Not all planning professionals are equal. A very good way to select higher quality is to insist on AICP credentials when selecting a planning consultant or hiring an employee.
MSUE in Detroit Series Part One: Civic Outreach Field Guide

Published on October 10, 2018
Civic Outreach: Providing a Voice for all Community Members and Stakeholders