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Qualified agricultural property exemption not necessarily tied to property classification
Published on March 7, 2013
By the first Monday in March each year, local assessors are required to classify all real property in each unit of government and agricultural property is no exception. -
What is sustainability?
Published on March 7, 2013
While many people equate sustainability with the “green” movement, sustainability involves much more than just environmental protection. -
Community gardens can be anti-crime agents
Published on March 7, 2013
Positive garden activity creates safer communities. -
How do I learn more about the Michigan Indian Tuition Wavier?
Published on March 7, 2013
The MITW is a program enacted by Public Act 174 of 1976, which waives the tuition costs for eligible Native Americans in public community colleges or universities within Michigan. -
Successfully involving volunteers
Published on March 4, 2013
Volunteers are vital to the success of many organizations. Quality of volunteer experience is more important than quantity of hours volunteered. -
Michigan Lake and Stream Leaders Institute builds local stewardship statewide
Published on March 4, 2013
Applications due March 30 for the 2013 Michigan Lake and Stream Leaders Institute. -
Plan for the future of an organization by understanding the present
Published on March 3, 2013
Past actions can be responsible for current conditions both inside and outside an organization. Understanding the capabilities and environment in which it operates is a starting point for developing future strategies. -
Putting place into planning: Placemaking and the master plan
Published on March 1, 2013
A focus on placemaking in master plans allows communities to attract talent and improve quality of life. -
Suburbs are not the future for Michigan
Published on March 1, 2013
Suburbs are unsustainable and not the focus of future housing demand. The next generation is looking for walkable places. -
Collaboration key to providing efficient community services
Published on February 28, 2013
Collaboration between local governments, organizations and agencies can save valuable local financial resources and help leverage outside financial resources without duplication of services.