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As renewable energy projects expand, MSU Extension offers research-based training for local leaders
Published on July 30, 2026
Choose from seven workshop locations this fall to learn about renewable energy siting, regulation and development. -
Registration open: County Commissioner Midterm Essentials program
Published on July 27, 2026
Join MSU Extension and the Michigan Association of Counties for a new one-day professional development program designed for county officials. -
Communicating Through Conflict: Build skills for tough conversations
Published on July 27, 2026
Learn tools for navigating difficult conversations at work, in your community, and at home through this workshop opportunity. -
Empowering governance: Registration open for Governing Essentials fall webinar series
Published on July 27, 2026
The Governing Essentials Series is designed for local elected and appointed officials looking to sharpen their skills and promote good governance practices. -
MSU Extension offering webinar on short-term rental policy options for local communities this October
Published on July 27, 2026
These webinars will help local governments consider the potential policy options available to them regarding short-term rentals (STRs). -
Registration open for MSU Extension’s 2027 Zoning Administrator Certificate Program
Published on July 8, 2026
This award-winning program returns in 2027 with two location options for participants to choose from. -
Putting planning back into the planning commission
Published on July 2, 2026
The primary role of the planning commission is implementing the master plan; there are several tools to make that job easier. -
Notice requirements in Michigan’s Open Meetings Act
Published on July 2, 2026
Michigan’s Open Meetings Act contains important requirements for the noticing of meetings of public bodies. -
Michigan Sen. Sam Singh on MSU agriculture research, outreach: ‘There’s a need and a want’
Published on May 26, 2026
Singh, who represents the 28th Senate District, touted MSU's work as essential to supporting the state's second-largest industry. -
A planning commission is much more than zoning
Published on May 20, 2026
Planning commissions have an important job that includes coordination, intergovernmental cooperation, master plan preparation, zoning administration, infrastructure review, subdivision review, housing analysis, capital improvements planning and more.
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