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What’s all this talk about joint planning?
Published on January 21, 2013
Joint planning allows multiple municipalities in Michigan to collectively, more effectively and more efficiently plan for their community’s future. -
Indigenous Law and Policy Center of MSU: Educating non-Natives
Published on January 21, 2013
Michigan State University houses the Indigenous Law and Policy Center, learn more about the center and what it offers to Michigan citizens and others across the nation. -
Is there such a thing as rural placemaking?
Published on January 18, 2013
Placemaking principles are most commonly applied in urban areas, but rural townships are vital to a region’s identity. Emerging rural placemaking strategies can add increased vitality and economic development opportunities in those areas. -
“Idle No More” grassroots movement unites Tribal Nations
Published on January 17, 2013
This movement was initiated to increase the voice of indigenous people in Canada and in the regions that border it. -
Infill housing in Michigan can meet a “back to the city” demand
Published on January 9, 2013
Michigan communities are uniquely positioned to supply needed infill housing as demand shifts to more housing types that compliment walkable neighborhoods. -
The charrette is the ticket for those problematic development sites
Published on January 3, 2013
For tricky, undeveloped sites, the charrette can likely produce the best results with broad community support, a feasible project plan and a shortened timeline to project implementation. -
What is the National Congress of the American Indian?
Published on January 2, 2013
NCAI is the oldest, largest and most representative American Indian and Alaska Native organization serving the broad interests of tribal governments and communities. -
Native American law resources available online
Published on January 2, 2013
The National Indian Law Library (NILL) located in Colorado is a public law library devoted to federal Indian and tribal law. -
Electronic meetings: Establishing meeting rules
Published on December 31, 2012
Boards should adopt special rules before holding an electronic meeting to maintain an orderly meeting. -
Design charrette helps Alpena move ahead with plaza project
Published on December 31, 2012
Design Charrettes are an excellent tool for engaging stakeholders to address development challenges. Alpena is an example of a Michigan city using this process to design a new downtown plaza.