Resources

  • Upper Peninsula Michigan Gardening Calendar

    Published on April 1, 2026
    A practical, Upper Peninsula Michigan‑specific calendar offering frost dates, planting recommendations, and key garden activities to support healthier, more productive gardens.

  • Lower Peninsula Michigan Garden Calendar

    Published on March 31, 2026
    A practical, Lower Peninsula Michigan‑specific calendar offering frost dates, planting recommendations, and key garden activities to support healthier, more productive gardens.

  • Impact of the War in Iran on the Agri-Food System

    Published on March 25, 2026
    This brief paper outlines the impact of the war on agricultural and input markets, particularly fertilizers, diesel, and interest rates.

  • Data Center Resources

    Published on February 12, 2026
    This at-a-glance document provides an overview of data centers and highlights resources available to communities and local leaders as they navigate a complex landscape.

  • More Resilient Michigan Event Materials: October 2025

    Published on October 31, 2025
    This document collects the different resources and presentations featured as part of the More Resilient Michigan workshop hosted by the MSU Extension Center for Local Government Finance and Policy.

  • Net Flow of Federal Funds to States and Counties

    Published on October 30, 2025
    As part of the More Resilient Michigan event hosted by the MSU Extension Center for Local Government Finance and Policy, this presentation explores the net flow of federal funds to states and counties.

  • Water System Finance in Michigan Municipalities

    Published on October 30, 2025
    As part of the More Resilient Michigan event hosted by the MSU Extension Center for Local Government Finance and Policy, this presentation shares key information related to public water system finance in Michigan.

  • State Banks and Public Infrastructure Investment

    Published on October 30, 2025
    As part of the More Resilient Michigan event hosted by the MSU Extension Center for Local Government Finance and Policy, this presentation shares insight on state-level banking and public sector finance options.

  • Federal Reconciliation and the State of Michigan

    Published on October 30, 2025
    As part of the More Resilient Michigan event hosted by the MSU Extension Center for Local Government Finance and Policy, this presentation shares information on the federal reconciliation process for the 2026 budget and the state of Michigan.

  • Housing Shortages and Short-Term Rentals

    Published on October 30, 2025
    As part of the More Resilient Michigan event hosted by the MSU Extension Center for Local Government Finance and Policy, this presentation shares key information related to housing and short-term rentals in Michigan.