News
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New online program available: Foundations of Effective County Administration
Published on October 9, 2024
This new, self-paced online program builds knowledge, skills, and capacity of new and aspiring county administrative officials to navigate the complexities of county governance with confidence. -
Registration and online course content is now available for the 2024 New Commissioner School
Published on September 17, 2024
New Commissioner School prepares new and veteran county leaders for their role in county government. -
Community discussions around housing: Tax increment financing (TIF) for housing
Published on August 13, 2024
The Brownfield Redevelopment Finance Act now allows for TIF to be used for qualified housing projects. -
MSU Extension Center for Local Government Finance and Policy names Mark Skidmore interim director
Published on April 4, 2024
Skidmore will serve in this interim role while a nationwide search for a new director is underway. -
Registration now open for Governing Essentials webinar series
Published on January 26, 2024
The Governing Essentials Series is designed for local elected and appointed officials looking to sharpen their skills and promote good governance practices. -
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. -
The Open Meetings Act and remote participation in public meetings
Published on November 9, 2023
What does Michigan’s Open Meetings Act say about remote participation in public meetings? -
Difference between a zoning ordinance and a master plan
Published on November 3, 2023
The zoning ordinance is a law with penalties and consequence for not following it. A master plan is a policy document that expresses intent. It is not an enforceable document and is not law. -
Why care about planning and zoning?
Published on September 15, 2023
Being involved in planning and zoning is a great way to help shape the future of your community. -
Zoning and police power ordinances are not the same, and should not be mixed together
Published on September 15, 2023
There are three types of ordinances local government might adopt. Important to focus on the difference between police power ordinances and zoning ordinances.