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Public Policy
Through education of newly elected and incumbent officials, MSU Extension helps Michigan’s 1,858 municipalities, 14 multi-county regions, 12 federally recognized tribal nations and state agencies with information that informs public policy decision-making.
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Jun 16
Elections and Covid-19
June 16, 2020 1:30PM – 2:30PM Zoom Webinar
This webinar is part of MSU Extension’s webinar series focused on current issues affecting local governments in Michigan.
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Sample Land Division Review Worksheet
Published on March 24, 2020
Sample land division review worksheet for use by the official responsible for approving or rejecting proposed land divisions. -
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. -
Michigan K-12 Education Policy Brief for the Incoming 2019 Gubernatorial Administration
Published on August 1, 2018
This brief is, at best, a 30,000-feet-fly-over of the significant structural and contextual components of that system, including how schools are organized, funded, and governed, and current issues and trends that impact their success. -
Infrastructure Investment and Financing for the Incoming 2019 Gubernatorial Administration
Published on November 1, 2018
This white paper, part of the Michigan at a Crossroads policy guide, analyzes the importance of infrastructure investment, a history of infrastructure in the state of Michigan, and policy options for infrastructure investment. -
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. -
Potential for Economic Regulation of Michigan's Water Sector
Published on November 7, 2018
Part of the Michigan at a Crossroads policy guide, this is a policy brief for the incoming 2019 Michigan gubernatorial administration on issues related to water regulation. -
Reasons and Risks: Pension Obligation Bonding in Michigan
Published on November 1, 2017
This policy brief explores pension obligation bonding in the United States as well as in Michigan specifically. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Michigan Tax Policy for the Incoming 2019 Gubernatorial Administration
Published on March 7, 2018
This is paper one in the ongoing Michigan at a Crossroad Series. The purpose of this policy brief is to provide a concise summary of some of the most important features of the tax system in Michigan, along with a brief guide to some policy proposals. -
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. -
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. -
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.
