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In disputes over zoning authority, follow the legislative intent test
Published on February 20, 2014
Absent an overarching statute exempting state owned land and buildings from zoning regulations, Michigan courts follow a test to determine legislative intent. In short, if there is no sign of legislative intent, local zoning prevails. -
9-1-1 is designated as the universal emergency number for the entire United States
Published on February 20, 2014
If an ambulance or immediate assistance from the fire department or law enforcement is needed, call 9-1-1. Never use this number for prank calls or to obtain non-emergency information. -
Happy Birthday: 100th Anniversary of Smith-Lever Act and MSU Extension
Published on February 20, 2014
In 1914 the Smith-Lever Act was signed into federal law by President Woodrow Wilson. That created a national Extension system. -
Michigan County government revenues and spending since the Great Recession
Published on February 14, 2014
In response to financial challenges, county governments have adjusted spending and tried to maintain both critical public services and a reasonable level of reserves. -
Extension will be key partner in USDA climate hubs
Published on February 14, 2014
Hubs will provide education, assistance to landowners by centralizing regional climate information. -
LEED credit for growing food: Part 1
Published on February 11, 2014
The first LEED credit for food production currently in the pilot phase. -
Call 2-1-1 for information and referrals to health, human and social service organizations
Published on February 11, 2014
Referral specialists at a local or regional 2-1-1 calling center will answer your call and access databases of resources for individuals and families in need of assistance. -
Open streets: Placemaking with physical activity in mind
Published on February 3, 2014
Around the nation, communities are turning streets over to pedestrians, cyclists and other non-motorized users for the purposes of building social capital, promoting physical activity and accessing local businesses in new ways. -
Michigan city government revenues and spending since the Great Recession
Published on January 27, 2014
Michigan City governments have experienced significant revenue shortfalls since 2008. In response, they have cut spending in areas such as city council offices and other general government functions while sparing public safety from the harshest cuts. -
Boyne City uses design charrette to help reimagine a public facility
Published on January 24, 2014
Design charrettes are an excellent way to engage community members in a design challenge, even one involving a single community structure.