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Looking to boost tourism revenue? Start with placemaking
Published on October 10, 2016
In the New Economy, placemaking must be part of an economic development strategy. For the tourism industry, businesses and communities can enhance the tourist experience through placemaking, which serves as a population attraction strategy. -
Legacy costs tough for Michigan local governments: Part one – Introduction to legacy costs
Published on October 10, 2016
Commitments to pensions and other post-employment benefits (OPEBs) have created financial problems for local governments trying to balance budgets with stagnant or falling revenues and rising costs. -
Study up on different ways to use venison
Published on October 7, 2016
Extension has a vast amount of resources available for venison meat lovers. -
The FoodCorps Farm to School Program in Michigan expands this school year
Published on October 7, 2016
The FoodCorps National Service program has expanded in Michigan to support student’s hands-on learning, healthy school meals and a schoolwide culture of health. Together with communities, FoodCorps serves to connect kids to healthy food in school. -
Emergency communications service in Michigan counties: Part Two
Published on October 5, 2016
The “Guide to Michigan County Government” is a great source of detailed information about the structure, function and services provided by counties in Michigan. -
Emergency communications service in Michigan counties: Part One
Published on October 5, 2016
The “Guide to Michigan County Government” is a great source of detailed information about the structure, function and services provided by counties in Michigan. -
One city’s eye sore is one developer’s opportunity
Published on October 5, 2016
State grant program made redevelopment a reality. -
Building Strong Sovereign Nations program to hold annual governance training later this month
Published on October 3, 2016
The BSSN program supports tribal efforts to build strong communities, organizations and governments. -
Is it a violation of Open Meetings Act when a quorum of a board attends another meeting?
Published on October 3, 2016
Michigan attorney general clarifies application of Open Meetings Act when a quorum of a board attends a meeting of another board -
USDA offers share dollars for organic certification
Published on September 30, 2016
Producers who paid for organic certification are eligible for reimbursement through MDARD.