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  Livable Communities

  MSU Extension fosters livable communities through programming that reflects a sense of place, which is the visual, emotional, memorable and satisfaction of any community. Extension aligns communities with 21st-century global awareness and standards.

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• Celebrate National Trails Day® with a hike, bike, paddle or other trail activity

  Published on May 29, 2013
  June 1st is National Trails Day®. State agencies and trail groups throughout Michigan are offering a variety of trail related events for trail users of all ages and skill levels.

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  New bike lanes make international news and set the stage

  Published on August 14, 2015
  As Michigan recognizes cycling and the importance of trails for our communities what can we learn from our international neighbors on both sides going forward.

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  Cooler damp summer season can still lead to a threat to structures from wildland fire

  Published on October 1, 2014
  Moderate growing temperatures along with adequate rain help to encourage plant development and growth. This enhanced growth can add to fuel loads and pose an additional threat to structures should a fire get started.

• “Federal Resources for Sustainable Rural Communities” released

  Published on August 14, 2012
  The partnership between four federal agencies seeks to align spending, policies and programs to support rural communities’ efforts to be vibrant, thriving places.

• Vague or subjective ordinance standards: In the court’s opinion they stink! Part 1

  Published on April 14, 2016
  A recent Court of Appeals case reinforces that government regulations must be clear and specific. Previous cases provide principles helpful in reviewing an ordinance for vagueness.

• Ecological footprints in the Blue Water Area: Part 1

  Published on March 6, 2014
  Port Huron’s Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce begins looking at their ecological footprint.

• Tactical placemaking builds sense of place and economic activity

  Published on March 2, 2012
  Small scale changes can lead to large impacts in communities and improve community prosperity.

• Sample Wildfire Hazard Zoning helps communities protect against property and life loss

  Published on May 15, 2013
  Wildfires are common in Michigan, and individuals and local governments both play roles in addressing wildfire mitigation and protection to make communities safer.

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  Climate change and local government: Zoning for small wind energy, Part 1

  Published on April 14, 2014
  As more local governments explore their roles and responsibilities in climate change adaptation and mitigation, allowing and encouraging small alternative energy conversion systems is one way to address both strategies simultaneously.

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  Land Division Act basics for landowners

  Published on March 24, 2020
  Current and prospective owners of land in Michigan will benefit from understanding some basics of the Land Division Act.

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  Watch for birds on a winter walk in the woods at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary

  Published on January 8, 2018
  The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary hosts Birds & Coffee Walks year-round on the second Wednesday of each month.

• Toxins in Toledo’s drinking water supply

  Published on August 8, 2014
  Thousands of residents of the city of Toledo, along with parts of southeast Michigan, recently experienced a loss of water supply. The taps are back on now, but could it happen again?

• Participating in your Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)

  Published on August 7, 2013
  A CWPP helps protect communities from loss caused by wildfire. This article is part one of a two part series. The second article discusses the content of a CWPP.

• Is historic preservation un-American?

  Published on July 7, 2016
  Preservationists are Un-American because they oppose the conventional American idea of consuming ever more, and are reversing the “use it up and move on” mentality.

• This is the time of the year to protect your camps and cottages from wildfire

  Published on November 13, 2014
  Is your cottage prepared for wildfires?

• International partners in tourism fund e-toolkit to reduce energy consumption in hotel industry

  Published on August 3, 2016
  European tourism sector addresses climate change through nearly-Zero Energy initiative using 16 hotels across the EU as leading examples.

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  What to do when the big box store locates near your town

  Published on August 17, 2016
  There are strategies a business community and individual store owners can and should do to remain successful with the new competition.

• Firewise program helps save lives and reduce property loss

  Published on February 4, 2012
  Michigan State University Extension’s Michigan Firewise Communities Project is part of a national effort to educate homeowners and local officials about the risk of wildfires and steps they can take to protect lives and property.

• Climate change may be putting your home at risk

  Published on May 14, 2012
  Warming temperature patterns driven by climate change will grow wildfire risks dramatically.

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  Planning and zoning for solar in Michigan

  Published on October 9, 2017
  The economics of solar have never been better and individuals, businesses, utilities and cooperatives are planning projects all over Michigan. Is your community ready?