News
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Making the most of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in your community
Published on December 31, 2013
A quality municipal GIS system provides substantial benefits to a community beyond parcel mapping. GIS can provide comprehensive services to a variety of departments, dramatically increasing efficiency and reducing costs. -
Getting a resolution of support passed in your community
Published on December 31, 2013
Many individuals, groups and organizations would like to obtain a resolution of support from their municipality supporting their project, program or effort. However, the process to achieve this goal can often seem like a daunting and overwhelming task. -
Code of conduct for your planning commission or zoning board of appeals
Published on December 31, 2013
Adopting a code of conduct provides guidance and expectations for appointed officials in their respective roles as public officials. -
Honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a national day of service
Published on December 31, 2013
Find out how you can contribute in your community on January 20, 2014. -
The usefulness of feasibility studies
Published on December 31, 2013
Feasibility studies can be very helpful for guiding a community’s decision-making process. They can provide neutral, third party professional analysis including cost-benefit analysis, alternative options and verification. -
What is the status of my zoning board of appeals?
Published on December 31, 2013
For many rural townships in Michigan, the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) may see sparse and irregular action, often with a year or more between meetings. -
The newly-established White House Council on Native American Affairs
Published on December 30, 2013
What is the Council’s role and function? -
Steps to building a successful team: Part 5
Published on December 30, 2013
The fifth step: inattention to results. -
What are nonprofit bylaws?
Published on December 30, 2013
They define essential elements including board size, officer and directors’ roles, basic rules, policies and procedures and other matters of corporate governance. -
How can the HEARTH Act assist Tribal governments?
Published on December 30, 2013
An overview of the Helping Expedite and Advance Responsible Tribal Homeownership Act.