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Reviewing the origins of property rights tension in American society
Published on September 24, 2013
The struggle between private property rights and the good of the community is nothing new; it is older than our nation. -
Suttons Bay Charrette kickstarts rural form-based code
Published on September 18, 2013
The Suttons Bay Charrette provides a strong starting point for a rural form based zoning ordinance. MSU Extension conducting applied research on the applicability of form based zoning in rural areas. -
Suttons Bay Charrette focuses on undeveloped subdivisions
Published on September 18, 2013
Many subdivisions and site-condo remain with empty lots in Suttons Bay Township – the same as in many parts of Michigan. This reflects a change in tastes for the type of housing and neighborhoods many now want. -
Michigan Main Street seeks applicants for 2014
Published on September 10, 2013
The Main Street Four-Point Approach® helps traditional downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts leverage assets, adapt to a changing economy, celebrate public space, and organize for success. -
Financial leadership for government and non-profit boards: Part 1
Published on August 29, 2013
When it comes to governing boards and financial oversight, we often focus too much on the details and legalities, and totally miss the board’s more important responsibility to provide real leadership for the organization’s financial matters. -
Financial leadership for government and non-profit boards: Part 2
Published on August 29, 2013
Real financial leadership by governing boards requires connecting the money to the mission and clear delineation of board and staff roles. -
Substantive Due Process places limits on government regulation
Published on August 21, 2013
In planning and zoning, substantive due process is about the substance (topic) of regulation, that the regulation is directly related to its purpose, and is the least amount of regulation to do the job. -
What materials should I consult to develop a Master Plan for our municipality?
Published on August 20, 2013
MSU Extension often receives the question “what materials should I consult to develop a Master Plan for our municipality?” The answer provides a long list of resources for local government officials. This article reviews some of those materials. -
Contents of a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)
Published on August 9, 2013
A CWPP helps protect communities from loss caused by wildfire. This article is part two of a two part series. In this article, we will address the contents that go into a CWPP. -
Participating in your Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)
Published on August 7, 2013
A CWPP helps protect communities from loss caused by wildfire. This article is part one of a two part series. The second article discusses the content of a CWPP.