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Fiscal Management
MSU Extension works to provide training to local elected leaders in Michigan’s 1,858 townships, villages, cities and counties; 608 school districts, 456 special purpose authorities, 14 multi-county regions, and 12 federally recognized tribal nations.
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Jun 9
June 9: 4-H Teen Tuesday: Making money at home this summer
June 9, 2020 4:00PM – 5:00PM
Intended as a place for current 4-H members to connect with their peers across the state while learning about a wide array of 4-H project areas.
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Apr 22
Current Issues Affecting Michigan Local Governments: Chronic Wasting Disease - A Statewide Issue With Local Solutions
April 22, 2020 10:00AM – 11:00AM
This webinar is part of MSU Extension’s webinar series focused on current issues affecting local governments in Michigan.
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Mark Skidmore
Professor and Morris Chair in State and Local Government Finance and Policy
mskidmor@msu.edu
517-353-9172
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Eric Scorsone
Director of MSU Extension Center for Local Government Finance and Policy
scorsone@msu.edu
517-353-9460
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Eric Walcott
State Specialist
walcott3@msu.edu
517-353-9106
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Eric Walcott
State Specialist
walcott3@msu.edu
517-353-9106
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Eric Walcott
State Specialist
walcott3@msu.edu
517-353-9106
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Beth Waitrovich
Food Safety Extension Educator
waitrovi@msu.edu
906-302-3253
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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. -
The Lansing-East Lansing Metro Region Fiscal Scorecard
Published on May 9, 2012
This report analyzes the efficiency of the local governments in the Lansing-East Lansing metro region by comparing them to the governments in other similar metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) throughout the United States. -
Pennsylvania Offers A Curious Case To Explore Alternatives To Early Warning Systems And State Intervention: Can Michigan Keep Its Horses From Wandering Off?
Published on May 5, 2020
The purpose of this report is to apply the Early Warning System (EWS) used by Pennsylvania with Michigan local government financial and socioeconomic data, as a way to assess potential fiscal distress that cities, townships, and counties may experience. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Chapter 9 Bankruptcy: Simulation Exercise
Published on December 12, 2016
While not a cure for fiscal stress, Chapter 9 is a tool that a municipality may use to reset its financial course when all other methods fail. This paper identifies several lessons learned through a simulation exercise using live case data. -
Municipality Legacy Costs
Published on March 13, 2013
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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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Knowledgeable Navigation to Avoid the Iceberg: Considerations in Proactively Addressing School District Fiscal Stress in Michigan
Published on June 20, 2015
This paper proposes a proactive, evidence-based financial health indicator system that may prevent many school districts from severe fiscal crisis. Fifty-seven Michigan school districts ended 2014 with a deficit or projected deficit. -
County Revenue Options
Published on December 1, 2016
Michigan counties have very limited revenue options other than the property tax. Additional revenue options provided to counties include general sales tax, motor fuel tax, alcohol, and tobacco tax.
