News
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Planning commissions' reviews ensure consistency
Published on July 6, 2012
The planning commission plays an important role in reviewing local infrastructure and capital expenditures for consistency with the community’s master plan and the plans of its neighbors. -
Credit tips for entrepreneurs
Published on July 3, 2012
Building a solid credit history is critical when seeking funding from creditors and lenders for your new business venture. -
A marketing plan is necessary for small businesses
Published on June 28, 2012
A marketing plan is the written document that will help you effectively share what is great about your product or service. -
Global manufacturer builds new facility in northern Michigan
Published on June 27, 2012
Global manufacturer invests millions as it opens a new facility in Northwest Michigan and creates local jobs. -
Automotive parts manufacturer expands in Northern Michigan, imports jobs from Japan
Published on June 27, 2012
Northern Michigan auto parts manufacturer growing stronger as evidenced in an $11.5 million expansion. -
Detroit 2012-20013 budget: Correcting the lingering deficit issues
Published on June 22, 2012
Detroit’s 2012-2013 budget will result in significant restructuring to restore the financial stability of the State’s largest city. -
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. -
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. -
Where’s the waste?
Published on June 4, 2012
Michigan waste biomass energy inventory to support renewable energy development.