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  Center for Local Government Finance & Policy

  We help Michigan “thrive local” by working with communities using data and tools that support efficient delivery of the critical public services that safeguard the health, safety and welfare of Michigan residents.

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  Brad Neumann, AICP

  Advanced/Specialized Land Use
  neuman36@msu.edu
  

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  Brad Neumann, AICP

  Advanced/Specialized Land Use
  neuman36@msu.edu
  

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  Brad Neumann, AICP

  Advanced/Specialized Land Use
  neuman36@msu.edu
  

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  Brad Neumann, AICP

  Advanced/Specialized Land Use
  neuman36@msu.edu
  

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  Headlee and Proposal A Explained for Michigan Counties

  Published on November 1, 2017
  This report provides the Michigan Constitution language and stated purpose of the Headlee and Proposal A amendments. The 2016 revenue loss due to both provisions is presented for each county.

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  Michigan Budget Policy for the Incoming 2019 Gubernatorial Administration

  Published on April 1, 2018
  This paper is intended to provide a general overview of key budgetary issues that incoming elected officials can expect to and should be prepared to tackle in the coming years.

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  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.

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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.

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  A Review of Michigan's Local Financial Emergency Law

  Published on May 10, 2017
  The paper outlines the four versions of local emergency manager law, and discusses pros and cons of PA 436 of 2012. It outlines four major alternatives to the way Michigan addresses local financial emergencies.

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  Guide to Michigan County Government 5th Edition (E3209)

  Revised and updated by public policy experts with Michigan State University Extension

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  Proposal A and Headlee Rollback Talking Points

  Proposal A and the Headlee Rollback provisions explained. These talking points highlight issues of concern with each provision and offers solutions for consideration.

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  Michigan Cities and Michigan Cannot Thrive Without Major Changes in Our System of Financing Local Governments

  Published on May 25, 2018
  Local government finances are primarily driven by property value growth and state revenue payments. Cities with TV per capita below $20,000 are likely to experience financial problems, particularly in a recession.

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  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.

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  Michigan's Post-Recession Spending

  Published on September 1, 2018
  Over the past eight years, the state’s economy has seen significant improvements. Even with these increases, there remain significant concerns regarding funding for key public policy priorities in the state.

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  Flint Fiscal Playbook: An Assessment of the Emergency Manager Years (2011-2015)

  Published on November 11, 2015
  This case study seeks to understand the economic and fiscal trends that led to state receivership and analyzes the impacts of the emergency manager policy on the city’s fiscal health. It updates trends presented in a previous case study.

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  A closer look at legacy costs and local actions in Michigan in the wake of PA 202

  Published on January 1, 2020
  Legacy costs have imposed challenges on local governments in Michigan. The lack of funding for retirement benefits, including pension and other postemployment benefits (OPEB) such as healthcare, affects the wellbeing of public employees.

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  Workforce and Labor Market Information Briefing for the New Governor

  Published on November 6, 2018
  This white paper, part of the Michigan at a Crossroads policy guide, puts Michigan's labor market in context, comparing current conditions to recent laws and pre-recessionary peaks.

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  A new approach to evaluating the fiscal health of Michigan local governments: Comparing fiscal performance relative to available resources

  Published on June 1, 2018
  The purpose of this report is to develop a scoring system for Michigan local governments that accurately reflects their fiscal condition.

• Lansing-East Lansing Metro Region Fiscal Scorecard

  Published on July 9, 2012
  The Lansing-East Lansing metro region is home to 77 general-purpose local governments including cities, townships, villages and counties.

• Emergency Changes to the Open Meetings Act (PowerPoint Slides)

  Published on April 13, 2020
  Download the slides for the Emergency Changes to the Open Meetings Act webinar.