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Building strong connections between tribal nations and county government: Part 2 - History
Published on December 24, 2014
County commissioners from 18 northern Michigan counties learn about Michigan tribal sovereignty, history and cooperative efforts with counties. -
Building strong connections between tribal nations and county government: Part 3 – Improve relations
Published on December 24, 2014
County commissioners from 18 northern Michigan counties learn about Michigan tribal sovereignty, history and cooperative efforts with counties. -
County government administrative structure, administration today -- Part 2
Published on December 23, 2014
Michigan county Government was organized around the idea that electing laypeople was the best form of local government. Later, needs started to shift toward a more central and professional public administration model. -
Extraordinary governance and a culture of integrity: Part Two
Published on December 23, 2014
The culture demonstrated by the board has a tremendous impact on the culture of the organization, and accountability, transparency and integrity are crucial elements of the culture of a successful organization. -
County government administrative structure, history -- Part 1
Published on December 23, 2014
Michigan county government was organized around the idea that popularly elected laypeople were the best form of local government. Later, needs started to shift toward a more central and professional public administration model. -
Extraordinary governance and a culture of integrity: Part One
Published on December 23, 2014
The culture demonstrated by the board has a tremendous impact on the culture of the organization, and accountability, transparency and integrity are crucial elements of the culture of a successful organization. -
Extraordinary governance: The board as a body-Part Two
Published on December 22, 2014
Boards that functions as one, with a shared plan for revitalization, improving their skills, and working through differences, are the most successful. -
How to identify and approach private funders
Published on December 22, 2014
When developing large scale community projects, often it is necessary to secure significant funds from corporate, community or private family foundations. Knowing how to identify and prepare for the first meeting with potential funders is critical. -
Decision Matrix can help your group decide: Part 2
Published on December 22, 2014
Decision Matrix uses data to help groups come to consensus. -
Extraordinary governance: The board as a body-Part One
Published on December 22, 2014
Boards that functions as one, with a shared plan for revitalization, improving their skills, and working through differences, are the most successful.