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Ecological footprints in the Blue Water Area: Part 2
Published on March 5, 2014
Port Huron’s Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce identifies steps to reduce their ecological footprint. -
If you want to hear or be heard, check the acoustics
Published on March 5, 2014
“I love hearing my audience breathe.” - Adele -
Ecological footprints in the Blue Water Area: Part 1
Published on March 5, 2014
Port Huron’s Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce begins looking at their ecological footprint. -
How sweet the taste of Michigan maple syrup from Alcona County
Published on March 4, 2014
Alcona County FFA Sugar Shack project produces some of the highest-quality products during Michigan Maple Syrup Month: maple syrup and youth leadership. -
Outdoor recreation is a key component of placemaking
Published on March 3, 2014
Public outdoor recreation grants available for communities. -
Including master plans in the budget process
Published on March 2, 2014
A community’s master plan is a good document to identify community priorities. Well-written plans have strong public participation components and a longer term perspective. -
Restoring trust in the workplace
Published on February 26, 2014
“Trust is like the air we breathe. When it’s present, nobody really notices. But when it’s absent, everybody notices.” -Warren Buffet -
Getting a clear picture on façade transparency
Published on February 24, 2014
Communities can create welcoming places by setting clear transparency standards that are easy to understand. -
Rethinking local budget processes
Published on February 24, 2014
The budgeting process as defined by the state of Michigan describes the procedures that local communities must follow. However, stagnant revenues and increasing costs challenge communities to be more creative in balancing annual budgets. -
Balancing one year’s government budget is just the start to long-term fiscal sustainability
Published on February 20, 2014
Often when red ink appears in government budgets the reaction is to make cuts and balance that year’s budget. But there are also strategies to incorporate for long-term fiscal sustainability – so future year budgets are also balanced.