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Planning commissions can turn opposition into support by planning ahead
Published on June 19, 2012
Planning commissions can head-off opposition by taking a proactive approach to communications and public involvement surrounding a local planning effort. -
Enjoy the fruits and vegetables of Michigan’s harvest
Published on June 13, 2012
Spring into spring produce – taking advantage of the season’s farmers’ bounty! -
Urban farming is producing food and future leaders in Flint
Published on June 11, 2012
Tour urban farming in Flint and discover that it’s is not only growing food – it’s growing the community! -
Michigan summer berries are off to a fast start: Harvest is early and quality is great!
Published on June 7, 2012
Michigan summer berry season is three weeks early this year. Early spring berry harvest is underway and that means the season will end early as well. -
Demonstrations and taste testing are effective ways to promote products at farmers’ markets
Published on June 6, 2012
Food safety is an important consideration when offering product samples. -
Foreclosure crisis continues to threaten Michigan residents
Published on June 5, 2012
Mortgage troubles? Financial assistance and free housing counseling is available to Michigan homeowners. -
Devastating wildfires sweep across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Published on June 5, 2012
Homeowners need to adopt Firewise practices to help protect their structures in the face of these wildfire events. -
Repurpose project builds on the Ford Family legacy in Detroit
Published on June 5, 2012
The Saint Martha’s Episcopal Church in Detroit is being repurposed by a group of community-based organizations led by the Cody Action Alliance, Presbyterian Villages of Michigan and Canterbury on the Lake. -
Update your community’s Capital Improvement Program
Published on June 5, 2012
Planning commissions should annually prepare a capital improvements program of public structures and improvements. -
Community input will benefit and focus “placemaking” efforts
Published on June 5, 2012
Success with community placemaking efforts includes several key considerations.