News
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State releases Part 2 of its official Water Strategy
Published on July 27, 2016
Protecting, promoting state’s freshwater resources are key goals. -
A Refresher on Proposal A and Local Property Taxes
Published on July 25, 2016
Proposal A changed education finance in Michigan, but it also changed the local property tax system. -
What is a Headlee Override?
Published on July 25, 2016
What does it mean when a local government unit asks voters to approve a Headlee Override? -
What is the Headlee Amendment and How Does It Affect Local Taxes?
Published on July 25, 2016
This election season, some voters will see the term “Headlee Amendment” in a ballot question. So, what does the Headlee Amendment do? -
Zoning density regulations results in segregation by wealth
Published on July 20, 2016
Zoning regulations on density contributes to segregation of wealthy neighborhoods but not poor neighborhoods. The more complex zoning approval processes contribute to segregation in poor neighborhoods. -
Zoning approvals are limited as to what conditions can be imposed
Published on July 20, 2016
Local government does not have free reign for imposing conditions. An imposed condition should relate back to the zoning ordinance standards for approval. -
Five levels of community partnerships
Published on July 18, 2016
This framework can help a community or organization assess what level of collaboration best meets their needs. -
NIMBY solutions – Part one
Published on July 14, 2016
Four tools with a track record of success -
Facilitative leaders foster a positive environment
Published on July 14, 2016
There are inherent limitations to the practice of traditional autocratic leadership. -
NIMBY solutions – Part two
Published on July 14, 2016
Examples of effective communication tools for risk reduction