Resources
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Developing an Early Warning System for Michigan's Schools
Published on January 21, 2015
This paper examines district deficit and predictors of distress in the proposed early warning system, finding a weak correlation. It suggests alternative fiscal measurements with stronger correlation. -
Parliamentary procedure resources
Published on April 11, 2013
The productivity of meetings can be improved when members have an understanding of parliamentary procedure. -
F65 Fiscal Data Portal
Published on April 9, 2013
F65 Fiscal Data Portal -
Frequently Asked Questions About the New Michigan Local Financial Emergency Law [Public Act 436 of 2012]
Published on January 30, 2013
When Michigan voters struck down Public Act 4 (commonly known as the "Emergency Manager Law"), the Michigan legislature passed a new law concerning cities and school districts in fiscal crises. -
Detroit Consent Agreement and Emergency Manager Laws
Published on August 20, 2012
Detroit Consent Agreement and Emergency Manager Laws -
City of Detroit: City Employment Terms
Published on August 14, 2012
This FAQ outlines the events leading to the CET, discusses the implications, and lays out further questions to consider as the city continues to address its financial crisis. -
The Suspension of the Emergency Manager Law and its Implications
Published on August 14, 2012
This FAQ document will outline many of the questions, identify some sources of guidance during this period of confusion, and will serve as a platform for better understanding the challenges in addressing local government financial crises. -
City of Detroit: FY 2013 Budget
Published on June 12, 2012
This FAQ explores issues related to the City of Detroit's Fiscal Year 2013 budget, including those issues that directly affect residents and taxpayers. -
The City of Detroit's New Revenue Forecasting Process and Multi-Year Budget
Published on June 12, 2012
This FAQ outlines the City of Detroit's decision to adopt multi-year budgeting, which also serves as the city's official deficit-elimination plan. -
City of Detroit Financial Stability Agreement
Published on May 19, 2012
This FAQ outlines the Detroit Consent Agreement including what a consent agreement is, Public Act 4, the Financial Advisory Board, the revenue conference, and compares Detroit’s with New York City and Philadelphia.