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There are multiple ways to style a zoning ordinance
Published on July 21, 2014
Zoning can be written, or prepared, several different ways. Most common is to think of zoning as traditional, conventional, performance-based, form-based or a mix of each of these. -
Serving up local from the county fair
Published on July 21, 2014
County fair animal auctions provide opportunities for chefs to purchase local beef, chicken, rabbit, pork and lamb while supporting youth. -
Voluntourism
Published on July 18, 2014
What do you get when you combine service with travel and volunteering with tourism? -
Michigan begins embracing “voluntourism” initiatives in efforts to restore communities.
Published on July 18, 2014
Voluntourism can be general described as a combination of service, adventure, professional development and networking typically matched with your passion. -
Existing livestock farms in ‘primary residential’ areas can continue
Published on July 18, 2014
Recent changes to the Site Selection GAAMP do not likely affect existing livestock facilities in primarily residential areas. Considered nonconforming land uses, such livestock facilities are probably allowed to continue under zoning. -
Energy, water and land use: How do they affect each other in a changing climate?
Published on July 18, 2014
Water supply, land use and energy production are all impacted by climate change. How these three sectors interact complicate climate change mitigation and adaptation decisions. -
Communities provide support resources for entrepreneurs
Published on July 18, 2014
Communities have several opportunities to provide support resources for entrepreneurs to grow their local economy. -
Economic development is driven by desirability
Published on July 18, 2014
Being an attractive community is the first step in attracting new business. It is important to enhance and promote your attributes. -
What to buy the graduate or birthday boy or girl: Farmers market edition
Published on July 18, 2014
Hectic summer schedules can leave Michiganders scrambling to find gifts during a season known for graduations and family gatherings - local farmers markets can help! -
Showcasing crop potential in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Published on July 18, 2014
A recently-awarded grant from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development seeks to determine the agronomic potential in the U.P.